Role Responsibilities Shape policy that makes a difference.

Bring your strategic thinking, analytical skills and cooperative approach to help advance priorities across the Status of Women and Inclusion branch.

This competition will support work across gender equity, women’s economic participation and security, gender-based violence, multiculturalism, anti-racism and inclusion.

As a Senior Policy Advisor, you will lead complex policy and research initiatives, analyze data and emerging trends, build strategic relationships with external partners, and support government advisory councils in bringing community-informed perspectives and advice to government.

Key responsibilities include: Lead strategic policy analysis and development, identifying emerging issues, assessing policy and legislative options, considering impacts and risks, and developing practical recommendations for senior leadership.

Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and evidence from multiple sources to identify trends, gaps, disparities and emerging issues.

Assess the strengths and limitations of available evidence and translate findings into clear policy advice and recommendations.

Lead strategic support for government advisory councils, including working with council members and leadership, developing forward agendas and work plans, identifying issues for consideration, supporting the development of advice and recommendations, and coordinating government follow-up.





Build and sustain strategic relationships with external stakeholders, including community and multicultural organizations, women-serving organizations, Indigenous partners, industry, other orders of government and other partners to understand emerging issues and community perspectives.

Plan and lead meaningful stakeholder engagement, bringing together various perspectives and translating community and stakeholder input into policy options, advice and government responses.

Lead cross-ministry and intergovernmental work on complex policy issues, navigating different mandates and perspectives, building consensus, and coordinating collaborative approaches.

Monitor the external environment and assess demographic, social, economic, legislative and policy developments to identify emerging risks, opportunities and potential impacts for Alberta’s varied communities.

Provide strategic advice on complex and sensitive issues, considering policy, operational, stakeholder and reputational implications and recommending approaches to manage risks and advance government priorities.

Prepare high-quality decision and briefing materials, including briefing notes, reports, presentations, policy options and recommendations for senior and executive leaders.

Lead and coordinate complex projects and initiatives, managing competing priorities, timelines, partners and deliverables in a dynamic environment.

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📌 Senior Policy Advisor (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton