Do you thrive working in a dynamic environment? Are you looking for opportunities to advance complex files while building relationships across the GoA and with federal, provincial, and territorial governments? Do you have a high tolerance for ambiguity and thrive in navigating the unknown? Are you interested in advancing Alberta’s intergovernmental priorities across government? If you said yes, consider joining our team!
The Economic and Resource Policy Branch of Intergovernmental Relations Division works with a portfolio of ministries with an economic, environmental, and resource focus and offers an opportunity for an individual with strong negotiation and leadership skills, a thorough understanding of the federal and provincial systems of government, and a strong background in public policy.
As Associate Director, Economic and Resource Policy, you will monitor political, program and service developments in the context of intergovernmental policy, provide strategic advice and policy analysis, disseminate information, and work with other Alberta government Ministries and the entire Intergovernmental Relations Division to deliver a coordinated and consistent approach to advancing Alberta’s intergovernmental agenda and priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing intergovernmental liaison in support of the areas of strategic advice, policy analysis, and information analysis and dissemination.
- Supporting client departments with intergovernmental issues and negotiations, agreements, and federal-provincial-territorial meetings.
- Assisting with the coordination of Alberta’s participation in intergovernmental meetings and conferences, including Council of the Federation meetings, the Western Premiers’ Conference, First Ministers’ Meetings and Federal-Provincial-Territorial meetings.
- Participating in the Ministry’s business planning activities to develop policy recommendations and strategies with regard to intergovernmental policy and emerging issues.
