Federal-Provincial/Territorial (Fpt) Relations Analyst (Research & Stat Officer 3)

About Us

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is dedicated to working with municipalities to build healthy, vibrant, and safe communities throughout Nova Scotia. Municipal Affairs provides programs, grants, and funding opportunities for municipalities and community groups. The Department also provides services and guidance to municipalities in many areas including land use planning, budget planning and finance, infrastructure development, policy and program development.

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is also responsible for ensuring the availability of safe, suitable, and affordable housing for all Nova Scotians. Our work involves making strategic investments, leveraging new funding, and building on critical partnerships to help further position ourselves to meet current and future housing challenges.

About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Housing Federal-Provincial / Territorial (FPT) Relations, the FPT Relations Analyst works in the Housing Strategy & Analytics division, providing specialized and complex research and program analysis supporting the development of strategic advice and recommendations regarding FPT relations on housing issues. This will involve collaboration and information-sharing with other Departments and governments to support policy analysis and advance effective intergovernmental collaboration and negotiations; supporting the Department's participation in the FPT Housing Forum; and advising and supporting leadership on matters related to intergovernmental housing agreements.

Primary Accountabilities

As the FPT Relations Analyst, your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing analysis of policy options and presenting summaries, recommendations and reports on a variety of complex FPT issues. This includes determining data and information requirements and designing appropriate data collection methods.
• Effective and timely communication on current FPT housing priorities, initiatives, and positions to inform policy and program recommendations
• Organizing and synthesizing high volumes of information and identifying relevant trends to support strategic advice.
• Contributing to development of provincial negotiating priorities and supporting the Department's participation in the FPT Housing Forum and other intergovernmental initiatives, including drafting effective reports, presentations and briefing materials, and making strategic recommendations.
• Participating in working groups and supporting collaboration within and among governments on housing-related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

You have completed a related bachelor's degree in a related field and have five (5) years of related experience. You have demonstrated success in data analytics along with project management abilities.

You have proven experience maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders and staff. You exercise sound judgement and a high degree of professionalism when providing technical advice. You communicate for maximum results, consistently maintain a courteous disposition, and hold a high standard for client and customer service. You are a self-motivated individual who works both independently with minimal supervision and participates fully as an effective team player.

You are a self-starter and an innovative thinker who is solutions oriented. You analyze and present information in a clear and concise manner. You have well developed planning and organizational skills, coupled with the ability to multi-task and adapt in this fast-paced environment with competing priorities and strict deadlines. You pay attention to detail and effectively interpret and apply policy and process.

You must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite and demonstrate a good understanding of computer technologies. A working knowledge of services and programs offered by the Department along with government policies, procedures, and procurement processes is ideal.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

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

• A related master's degree and three (3) years of related experience
• A related two-year diploma and seven (7) years of related experience
• 9 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

Work is primarily based in an office environment with a requirement to travel to worksite locations. Work is performed in an office environment where a stressful working environment may be present.

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.