Government of Alberta

Director, Intergovernmental Policy – Strategic Initiatives

Government of Alberta

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Edmonton • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$108,763 - CA$148,399 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Drive Policy Leadership: Develop and implement legislation, regulations, and policies that align with Alberta’s priorities.
  • Strategic Initiatives: Oversee high-impact projects and mandate items, ensuring timely and integrated delivery.
  • Modernizing Policy Analysis: Use AI-enabled tools to provide actionable insights and strengthen evidence-based decision-making.
  • Building Partnerships: Collaborate with senior leaders, other ministries, and federal/provincial/territorial partners to advance shared goals.
  • Leading Teams: Provide strategic direction and mentorship to policy professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Requirements

  • University graduation in Political Science or a related field.
  • Minimum six years of progressively responsible experience in policy development and intergovernmental relations.
  • Strong understanding of Canadian federalism, political institutions, and intergovernmental dynamics.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary research and provide strategic advice.
  • Equivalencies will be considered (e.g., related diploma plus experience).
Benefits
  • Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
  • Leadership and mentorship programs

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
policy developmentlegislationregulationspolicy analysisevidence-based decision-makingstrategic advicemultidisciplinary research
Soft skills
communicationnegotiationrelationship-buildingleadershipmentorshipinnovationexcellence