Apply your expertise in program and policy analysis to support exceptional service delivery

The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions leads the Province of British Columbia in efforts to improve the mental well-being and reduce substance use-related harms for all British Columbians. The ministry has overall responsibility for the development of a coherent, accessible, and culturally safe mental health and addictions system that is effective for individuals and families across the lifespan throughout the province. The Indigenous Partnerships and Wellness team is responsible for working collaboratively with Indigenous partners to support Indigenous-led solutions to mental health and substance use services; working with partners in the First Nations health governance structure; strengthening the health and wellness partnership with Métis Nation BC; providing advice across the ministry on engaging Indigenous Peoples; and leading the implementation of the United Nations of Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action, the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act and government’s Declaration Act Action Plan.

The Policy Analyst role independently manages assigned policy development projects focused on the review and revision of existing ministry programs or legislation.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in business or public administration, or health sciences, social sciences, or related field and a minimum 2 years of progressive and recent related* experience. (If master’s degree is obtained, then a minimum 1 year of progressive and recent related* experience is required); OR
• Diploma in business or public administration, or health sciences, social sciences, or related field and a minimum 4 years of progressive and recent related* experience; OR
• No degree and a minimum 6 years of progressive and recent, related* experience.

*Progressive and recent related experience must include:

• Researching policy issues and conducting policy analysis related to child and youth mental health and substance use, health care/promotion, public health and/or other social service policies, programs or initiatives targeted to children and youth and/or Indigenous Peoples.
• Preparing and providing advice and recommendations on policy and programs in the child and youth mental health and substance use sector or that support Indigenous-led solutions.
• Managing projects and/or project components.
• Building collaborative relationships with multiple partners to develop and support implementation of policies, programs and initiative; experience working with Indigenous partners an asset.

Preference may be given to candidates:

• With experience working with Indigenous organizations and communities.
• With lived or living experience of, or experience working with populations with, complex health and social challenges.
• Who self-identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Nicole.Fyfe@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There are multiple vacancies available.

Remote work is allowed. This position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia as per the Telework Agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.