Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager of Policy and Accreditation, the Research and Program Analyst provides a broad range of analytical and policy support to the sector, comprised of management, professional and administrative support staff. The analyst supports the development, evaluation, and implementation of departmental and cross-ministry policies, regulations, and procedures. The role includes research tasks, including jurisdictional scans and the collection and synthesis of information from internal and external sources, to support evidence-based decision-making, strategic planning, and accountability processes. The position also provides project management support by coordinating workflows, monitoring progress, and managing multiple timelines and priorities across branch initiatives.

The Research and Program Analyst will be responsible for:

• Research and Analysis: Conducting research and environmental scans to identify emerging issues, trends, risks, and opportunities related to accreditation and education supports.
• Policy and Program Development: Analyzing legislation, policies, procedures, data, and stakeholder feedback to support program planning, policy development, and operational decision-making.
• Strategic Advice and Decision Support: Synthesizing information and providing evidence-based recommendations, options, and advice to support decision-makers.
• Briefings and Communications: Preparing briefing notes, reports, correspondence, presentations, decision documents, and other materials for stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Project Coordination Support: Providing project management support by planning activities, tracking progress, identifying and monitoring risks, and coordinating resources and deliverables.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Supporting consultation and engagement activities within the sector, with ministry partners, and other stakeholders by gathering input, summarizing feedback, and identifying key themes.
• Issue Management: Monitoring emerging issues and responding to inquiries and information requests by providing timely, accurate, and professional advice.

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position. 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Build Collaborative Environments: The Research and Program Analyst works collaboratively with internal teams, ministry partners, and other stakeholders to support shared objectives, resolve issues, and promote effective program delivery.
• Develop Networks: This role builds and maintains respectful working relationships across the ministry and education system to exchange information, support consultation, and strengthen coordination on policy and accreditation matters.
• Agility: The position adapts to changing priorities, emerging issues, and shifting timelines while maintaining accuracy, sound judgment, and a strong focus on deliverables and outcomes.
• Develop Self and Others: The Analyst seeks opportunities to build knowledge, apply feedback, share information, and support a learning-focused environment that contributes to sector and ministry success.

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: 

Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
  
  

Required Skills for the role

• Experience conducting research, analysis, and environmental scans to support policy, program, or operational decision-making.
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies, procedures, data, and stakeholder input to identify issues, options, and recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefing notes, reports, correspondence, summaries, and decision materials for a variety of audiences.
• Strong project management skills, such as planning activities, tracking progress and ensuring timely deliverables that support program monitoring and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate tasks, manage competing priorities, track deliverables, and meet timelines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with internal teams, ministry partners, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and provide timely, professional responses to inquiries and information requests.

Assets for the role

• Experience working in a policy, strategic planning, or public-sector related environment.
• Knowledge of Alberta’s education system, school authority operations, or accreditation processes.
• Experience supporting policy or program implementation projects involving multiple stakeholders or cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, to support analysis, documentation, coordination, and reporting.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

This is one Permanent position, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in office.

This position is based in Edmonton. We require you to attach a Cover Letter and Resume with your application explaining your qualification and suitability for this role

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)  
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.