ADMN O 24R - Policy Analyst

The Team
The Child and Youth Health Services Team within the Provincial Services Branch collaborates with provincial partners to enhance health services for children and youth. This established team consists of a Director, a Senior Policy Analyst, and two Policy Analysts, all dedicated to making a meaningful impact. Together, we focus on important projects, such as reducing autism assessment wait times and improving pediatric palliative care, while ensuring that all voices are heard and represented. Our engaged and committed team values diversity and inclusion, creating a supportive environment for everyone involved in this crucial work.

The Role
The Project Support Specialist will support provincial and cross-ministry projects aimed at improving health services for children and youth throughout the province. Your main responsibilities will include drafting briefing materials, engaging with partners, and serving as a subject matter expert. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people. If you are passionate about driving positive change and enhancing health outcomes, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, or Health Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field and a minimum of 1 year of recent related experience; OR
• Degree in Business or Public administration, or Health Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field and a minimum of 2 years recent related experience; OR
• Diploma in Business or Public administration, or Health Sciences, Social Sciences or a related field and a minimum of 4 years recent related experience; OR
• Secondary School Graduation or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years recent related experience
• Recent, related experience must include all of the following:
  • Experience researching and analyzing information and providing advice and recommendations on a broad range of policy, program, and service issues.
  • Experience managing projects and/or project components.
  • Experience providing policy and issues-management advice and preparing briefing materials to senior executive.
  • Experience working with and managing external organization interests.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in the health care sector

For questions regarding this position, please contact stephanie.babic@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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