Senior Policy Analyst (Program Admin Officer 4)

About Us

The Nova Scotia Department of Energy supports the use and development of energy resources to help increase energy security, create jobs, grow the economy, and create social benefits. We help develop local, renewable energy and clean energy solutions to create new economic opportunities, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and save people money on their energy bills.

About Our Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to join the Marine Renewables Division. This is a key position in the Department responsible for providing project leadership on a variety of files that support the Province’s efforts to develop offshore wind and tidal stream energy to help reduce Nova Scotia's greenhouse gas emissions, grow the economy, create jobs, and transition to a low-carbon economy.

The Senior Policy Analyst will develop and advise on complex strategies, regulations, policies, programs, and major initiatives related to marine renewable energy. This position plays a lead role in managing partnerships and collaborating with government, First Nations, industry, and stakeholders to advance marine renewable energy initiatives. The Senior Policy Analyst manages the competing interests of various departmental, governmental, and non-governmental interests, consulting with industry, academia, first nations, and local communities. This position also provides substantive support in broader areas of research and development.

Primary Accountabilities

As the Senior Policy Analyst, you will be responsible for leading policy development, coordinating research and analyses, and strategic planning on marine renewable energy. You will use your ability to analyze, synthesize, and provide sound recommendations. You can expect to: 

• Provide expertise and guidance on the development of offshore wind and tidal stream, energy development, and the green economy.
• Manage and deliver required outcomes for one or more programs offered directly by the Department or indirectly through various organizations throughout the Province, while reporting to senior colleagues.
• Identify and design programs to assist with the evaluation and planning for the future direction of programs and policies.
• Identify shortcomings, suggest improvements to existing processes, systems, and procedures, and deliver plans for elements of a change management program in collaboration with senior colleagues and the project team.
• Deliver the established project outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with clients, contract service providers, and teams while working within an established contract management plan.
• Develop a strong network of contacts with key analysts, advisors, and decision-makers in the field of energy policy and program development within the government.
• Represent the Department on interdepartmental, intergovernmental, and/or tripartite committees.
• Provide leadership, project management, and liaison support to project teams and departmental committees.
• Coordinate and prepare clear, accurate, and timely briefing materials, presentations, and correspondence.
• Provide insightful policy advice on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a bachelor's degree along with six years of related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

You will demonstrate knowledge of marine renewable energy and the Province's energy, efficiency, and climate change mitigation strategies and funding programs. You will have strong skills in program design and evaluation, stakeholder relations, public engagement, and consultation. Relevant work experience (e.g., policy, economic analysis, regulatory review, etc.) related to the marine environment, offshore renewable energy, innovation, or natural resources would be an asset.

As the ideal candidate, you have previous experience managing projects and/or programs within the desired cost, time, and quality parameters; focusing on assessing, measuring, and improving performance; analyzing data from multiple sources to draw appropriate conclusions and make suitable recommendations; and using your extensive contacts and working relationships within your organization to facilitate the integration of analysis into program development, legislation, policy, and planning. You work with a high degree of independent judgement and initiative, with the ability to develop concepts and communicate effectively (written and verbally) with industry, government, and the community. You thrive on engaging with others, getting buy-in to deliver results, and skillfully influencing to build results.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience will be considered. Equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:  

• A completed master's degree and 4 years of related experience.

 Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. 

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.  For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

Some travel within Nova Scotia and occasionally out-of-province travel may be required.

Additional Information

This is a permanent, full-time position based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.