BAND 2 - Core Policy Advisor

The Team
The Financial Management Branch (FMB) is a well-established team of dedicated professionals working primarily out of Victoria and Vancouver. This collaborative team is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining government procurement policies across the Province of British Columbia. FMB partners with a wide range of groups, including other ministries, Crown agencies, and the procurement and financial communities, to ensure procurement activities are conducted transparently and fairly. With a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the FMB’s work plays a vital role in promoting fair and effective procurement practices, helping create a sustainable impact on government’s financial control framework.

The Role
The Core Policy Advisor provides essential procurement and financial expertise, analysis, and guidance to senior management, executive leaders, and cross-government agencies. They lead initiatives to shape, develop, and implement policies that drive impactful change across government procurement and financial practices. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to build collaborative relationships and support the management of key policies, including the Core Policy and Procedures Manual, ensuring that diverse perspectives and equitable practices are integrated into procurement and financial processes.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in:
  • Procurement and/or financial practice.
  • Policy development, analysis and interpretation in procurement and/or the financial field.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• A professional designation in procurement or accounting.
• Experience in public procurement practice, procurement law, trade agreements, or public procurement policy research and analysis.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tanyann.Belaney@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based out of Victoria or Vancouver.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future 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.
This position is excluded from union membership..

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.

In addition to this exciting opportunity, the BC Public Service is an award-winning employer in British Columbia, including such accolades as being one of BC's Top Employers for 2017, one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2017 and one of Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers in 2017. The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You.

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: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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