POL SIH 27R - Senior Policy Analyst

The Strategic Innovation Division is located on the beautiful and traditional territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən People, in particular the Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations. Members of division are grateful to live, work, and be in relation with people from across many traditional and unceded territories, covering all regions of British Columbia. We are honoured to live on this land and are committed to reconciliation, decolonization, and building relationships in our communities.

The Team
The Climate Resilience Unit within the Health System Transformation Branch leads the charge in building a more climate-resilient health sector for British Columbia. Established in 2022, the Climate Resilience Unit includes a director, two senior policy analysts, and a specialist, all dedicated to promoting health actions under the Provincial Climate Preparedness and Adaptation Strategy. Working closely with health authorities, provincial and federal agencies, Indigenous partners, and academic organizations, the team’s work contributes to a healthier and more sustainable future for British Columbia. This is a group of forward-thinking leaders who are passionate about integrating climate resilience into health policy and practice.

The Role
As the Senior Policy Analyst, you will lead strategic policy and projects aimed at strengthening health system climate resilience and improving the health of British Columbians in response to climate change. As part of the first dedicated climate team within a provincial Ministry of Health in Canada, this is an exciting opportunity to work in an innovative and rapidly growing field. This position plays a key role in supporting health system transformation, contributing to a broader approach to building a healthy, sustainable, and climate-resilient future for British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in public administration, health sciences, environmental sciences, social sciences or a related field and 2 years of related experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, health sciences, environmental sciences, social sciences or a related field and 3 years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in public administration, health sciences, environmental sciences, social sciences or a related field and 4 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in public administration, health sciences, environmental sciences, social sciences or a related field and 5 years related experience.

* Recent related experience must include:

• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content

Preference may be given to candidates with the following experience:

• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation and policy.
• Experience working in climate adaptation/preparedness
• Experience working in climate mitigation and/or sustainability.
• Experience working in the health sector.
• Experience with Indigenous and partner engagement.
• Experience working with relevant legislation and/or regulatory frameworks in B.C., e.g., Climate Change Accountability Act, Emergency and Disaster Management Act.

Preference will be given to applicants who self identify as Indigenous (e.g., First Nations, Métis or Inuit).

• In recognitions of the critical importance to this role of a lived understanding of Indigenous communities, history, values and cultural competencies, the above preference statement will be applied in the final ranked order for those who self-identify as Indigenous throughout the hiring process.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mary.Cameron@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 12/31/2025. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary or permanent positions.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
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.

Join one of Canada’s top 100 employers and you’ll find an amazing combination of benefits, support, and opportunities.

• Health benefits and pension
• Paid time off and flexible work options
• Career mobility and professional development
• Scholarships and BC student loan forgiveness

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: 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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