Policy Analyst
(PB4, PB5, PB6 or PB7 based on experience)
Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
Open Competition
Flexible Work Location
WHO WE ARE
The Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour is responsible for establishing a new Accessibility Office. The Accessibility Office is responsible for raising awareness and building capacity around accessibility, developing accessibility standards in collaboration with an advisory body and standard development committees, and supporting the development of accessibility plans by providing guided templates and training. The Accessibility Office will act as a central government mechanism to ensure that the concerns of persons with disabilities are advanced and considered by government.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
We are seeking two individuals to join the Policy Research and Labour Market Analysis branch as Policy Analysts. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a major legislative initiative and contribute to an "all-of-government approach." You will be responsible for:
- Supporting the implementation of new provincial accessibility legislation that aims to prevent, identify, and eliminate barriers to participation and opportunity for all New Brunswickers.
- Work closely with the PETL policy team on strategic planning, establishing an interdepartmental committee and developing guidelines for government implementation plans.
- Conducting extensive research and analysis on the topic of accessibility.
- Preparing briefing and consultation materials.
- Supporting the planning of and preparation for consultations.
- Supporting the development of reports.
- Any other duties assigned.
WHO YOU ARE
- You are a team player with good team building, research and writing skills.
- You enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced, and intensive environment.
- You are dependable, organized and a good communicator.
- You build respectful relationships and are committed to contribute to a positive and respectful working environment.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- A university degree.
- Several years experience in research and policy in broad, cross-cutting humanitarian and/or socio-economic issues, including lived experience with navigating accessibility challenges.
- Experience in project management, planning and facilitating public consultations and preparation of reports; and demonstrated interpersonal skills.
- An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
One position requires written and spoken competence in English and French. The other will require written and spoken competence in English only. Please state your language capability.
WAGE
Pay-band 4: from $2,140 to $2,993 bi-weekly
Pay-band 5: from $2,450 to 3,422 bi-weekly
Pay-band 6: from $2,846 to 3,786 bi-weekly
Pay-band 7: from $3,412 to 4,128 bi-weekly
WHAT CAN GNB OFFER YOU
- Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
- 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
- Various paid leave (vacation, sick, family etc.)
HOW TO APPLY
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at Open Competitions (gnb.ca) by July 3, 2024, indicating competition number: 24-6200-001. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Post-Secondary Education,
Training and Labour
Human Resource Services
500 Beaverbrook Court, Suite 100,
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-453-8231
[email protected]
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous individuals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups.