Job Description

Competition # : 43216Department: AgricultureLocation: BIBLE HILLType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b04-Jul-24 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsAt the Department of Agriculture, our vision is to create a Nova Scotia agriculture and agri-food industry that is diversified, market-focused and profitable. We work to support the development of competitive, sustainable, and profitable agriculture and agri-business industries that contribute to the economic, environmental, and social prosperity of Nova Scotia.The Policy section supports the entire Department of Agriculture with planning, policy and legislation development, monitoring, and reporting to ensure alignment with Departmental priorities and Government objectives.About Our OpportunityReporting to the Manager of Policy, the Policy Analyst plays a key role in Departmental planning, policy research, analysis, and evaluation. You will use formal tools and processes to develop and analyze policy options and make recommendations on a board range of agriculture and agri-food topics to inform Department decision making.Please note, this posting is also filling a two (2) year term role that will support accountability and reporting requirements of the Department under the Sustainable Canadian Agriculture Partnership.Primary AccountabilitiesMain roles for this position will include:

• Conducting policy research and statistical and economic analyses
• Preparing briefing materials
• Preparing submissions to Executive Council and Finance and Treasury Board (e.g. memorandums to Executive Council, Reports and recommendations to Executive Council, requests for Legislation)
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders and developing consultation plans
• Supporting accountability and reporting requirements of the Department by collecting information and preparing reports and documents
• Working closely with other Departments and levels of Government and participating in working groups

Qualifications and ExperienceA Bachelor\'s Degree in a related field (such as public administration, business, law, etc.) is required as well as six (6) years\' relevant experience; or an equivalent combination.As the successful candidate, you will have experience in and knowledge of policy, program measurement and evaluation, and legislative development in a government environment. You will deal with complex processes, ideally through application of formal project management tools, as well as possess excellent interpersonal skills, which includes strong client service orientation and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Experience working with the agriculture industry would be an asset.Candidates must be able to communicate complex topics effectively in both written and oral forms;. This role will require you to be fully proficient in a Microsoft Office environment, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools. Key skills utilized in this position include thinking analytically; a client focus mindset; the ability to adapt and be flexible; effective communication and a drive for results.We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .Additional InformationThis posting will be used to fill one (1) Permanent and one (1) Term employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of two (2) years from the start date. The appointment status (\'term\', \'temporary\' or \'casual\') is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: PR 15Salary Range: $2,760.42 - $3,364.90 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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