Senior Policy Analyst improving Nova Scotia health navigation and virtual care policy. Leading research, legislation, consultations, and implementation across the provincial health system.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and manage large projects from strategic planning and policy development through implementation and monitoring
Lead identified division functions, such as research and policy
Develop and evaluate policy options and related background material
Lead aspects of the legislative process, including preparing submissions to Executive Council
Prepare reports, briefing books, and responses relating to health services navigation, virtual care, and related health system issues in Nova Scotia
Lead and/or participate in working groups on specific policy issues
Coordinate interest holder consultations and other public meetings within a team
Prepare briefing notes and correspondence for senior departmental staff
Provide subject matter expertise and advisory services on Health Services Navigation and virtual care
Work with senior department staff on major policy, research, and procedural matters
Work directly with provincial and inter-governmental health care interest holders
Represent the department on inter-departmental initiatives
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a health-related field plus 6 years of progressive experience in a related health care field, or an acceptable equivalent of training and experience
Progressive policy analyst experience, including conducting, leading, and/or participating in research and analysis projects
Experience participating in development of service-specific policy or program frameworks
Experience preparing business cases and briefing materials
Ability to prepare and present complex research analyses, detailed policy frameworks, speeches, briefing papers, and other products
Knowledge of policy and research tools, performance management methodologies, and metrics
Excellent writing and communication skills
Experience monitoring and developing program policies and programs
Experience understanding data and trends to make recommendations for policy or program changes and improvements
Program evaluation training and/or experience
Project management and facilitation skills
Experience in project planning and leadership on health policy development projects
Strong leadership and relationship management skills
Proven ability to build collaborative working relationships with internal colleagues and external partners
Active listening and ability to communicate clearly
Strong independent judgment and initiative
Ability to manage and conduct complex and specialized research and policy analysis
Ability to manage change and competing priorities and undertake high-level work under tight deadlines
Ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure
Ability to work cohesively in a team environment
Ability to undertake complex assignments without supervision
Successful completion of applicable background checks and credential confirmation
Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life Insurance
General illness coverage
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
Career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training
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