The Department of Justice and Public Safety is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

The Justice and Public Safety Policy Analyst is responsible for providing leadership and support to the Minister, Deputy Minister, Director and senior management of the Department of Justice and Public Safety in the areas of justice, public safety and human rights policy research and supports policy and program development, interdepartmental initiatives, program evaluation, analysis of key public policy issues, and other strategic special projects. The position is expected to provide comprehensive advice, supported by a review of public policy, legislation, research evidence, review of service delivery, budgetary and human resources considerations. The Policy Analyst is expected to represent the department on a number of internal and external forums related to policy, planning and inter-governmental matters. The Policy Analyst reports to the Director of Policy, Planning, and FPT Relations. Services.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive and evidenced based advice and assistance on policy matters and decisions to the Minister, Deputy Minister, Director and departmental Directors;
• Conduct research and analysis of issues/trends of relevance to the department, including monitoring legal decisions and legislative change, media sources, federal/provincial announcements, and other public information;
• Analyze and evaluate the impact of federal/provincial policy and funding priorities and options in relation to PEI, including the development of recommendations for the GPEI position and implementation processes;
• Provide planning and project management support to initiate, plan, and implement programs and services consistent with strategic and legislative priorities, with a particular focus on mandate priorities, inter-divisional, and inter-departmental initiatives;
• Assist with procurement processes and engage subject matter experts and consultants to support evaluation and planning (RFPs, RFQs, etc);
• Lead and coordinate the development and compilation of the departmental Annual Report and such other annual provincial reporting requirements that implicate the department (MMIWG, TRC, CRIA, Equality Report Card);
• Lead and coordinate work planning for elements of the departmental strategic plan or mandate priorities, monitoring progress and activities;
• Translate high level strategic initiatives into time bound work plans with deliverables and accountabilities;
• Review and facilitate alignment of departmental activities and initiatives with GPEI and Government of Canada strategic and mandate priorities that implicate the department and are areas of shared federal-provincial jurisdiction;
• Attend and actively participate Federal/Provincial/Territorial committees and working groups on justice and public safety, falling under the responsibility of the division or as required to support the strategic work of the department;
• Other duties may required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Masters degree in Criminology, justice related studies, public administration or a related field or a university degree in criminology, justice related studies, or related field with considerable experience.
• Experience in the area of criminal/ or civil justice.
• Considerable experience conducting research, analysis, and devising policy options and recommendations.
• Experience developing and/ or monitoring strategic plans in a complex organization.
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence while also being able collaborate effectively, managing competing and conflicting interests

Other Qualifications:

• Training and/ or experience in project management are considered an asset.

• Advanced training in research methods.

• Demonstrated facilitation, decision-making, problem solving and analytical skills.

• Strong oral, written, presentation, and computer skills.

• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Bilingualism would be considered an asset.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca**. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.**

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