Issues Manager
Government of Alberta
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Edmonton • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$93,348 - CA$133,694 per year
About the role
- Report directly to the Assistant Deputy Minister/Senior Financial Officer
- Anticipate and identify strategically significant issues
- Develop and coordinate plans and strategies for issue responses
- Manage urgent requests from Deputy Minister and Minister’s offices
- Oversee divisional issues management processes
- Lead preparation of briefing materials for senior executives
- Establish and maintain relationships with divisional branches and stakeholders
- Provide guidance to the Issues Coordinator
Requirements
- University graduation in a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience
- Equivalent education or experience considered
- Knowledge of department organizational structures and mandates
- Strong understanding of strategic and operational planning processes
- Expertise in developing written communication materials for diverse audiences
- Familiarity with policy development
- Knowledge of research and evaluation methods
Benefits
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
- Leadership and mentorship programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
strategic planningoperational planningwritten communicationpolicy developmentresearch methodsevaluation methods
Soft skills
relationship managementissue managementguidanceanticipationcoordination