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The purpose of this position is to provide high quality advice and assistance regarding regional and provincial rural development policy matters. This position will provide leadership in measurement, reporting, analysis, planning and research on issues and trends pertinent to rural development and apply project management skills to special projects in both the development and implementation phases.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Facilitating the development of specific community development initiatives which respond to local needs;
• Developing practical and responsive initiatives and recommendations to support the community development of rural PEI;
• Applying qualitative and quantitative research skills to collect evidence for policy making;
• Collecting and analyzing key data from sectors that effect rural quality of life;
• Developing and implementing effective consultation mechanisms to gather information and ascertain the views of stakeholder groups to ensure the practicality of program design and delivery practices;
• Contributing to meeting departmental performance measures by proactively linking activities to community development outcomes;
• Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with rural development clients, such as rural communities, rural leaders, and other agencies in government;
• Providing strategic advice and recommendations to the Director and the Deputy Minister;
• Providing high quality support to the Minister, Deputy Minister and Director by assisting in the preparation of Treasury Board and Executive Council Memorandum, correspondence, briefing notes, speaking notes, communiques, presentations, policy reports and other materials as requested;
• Developing and delivering department programs and services that respond to rural priorities;
• Identifying emerging issues and areas of concern/potential problems noted in on-going program delivery;
• Communicating to policy and program staff of other agencies regarding the issues facing the needs of the client group in the area/region;
• Performing a leadership role in visioning, planning, and advising the structure of the Rural Community Council. This involves networking, dialogue, and communication with stakeholder’s organizations, provincial/federal government departments, and non-governmental organizations; and
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field (ie. public policy, public administration, business, economics, etc.) and experience in program development or program evaluation OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with extensive experience in program development or program evaluation;
• Considerable experience in policy research, communications or project management and be team project oriented;
• Experience in leading teams;
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered.
• Excellent interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills;
• Valid driver's license;
• Individuals should be able to :
  • Undertake research and analysis using a variety of resources and tools
  • Work comfortably in a complex and changing environment
  • Undertake high quality research on complex issues using a variety of resources and tools
  • Organize, plan and think strategically
  • Demonstrate ability to write official documents such as Treasury Board and Executive Council memoranda
  • Work as an integral and contributing member of a professional team
  • Understand and value diverse workplaces

Other Qualifications:

• Experience in rural community development is considered an asset;
• Project management designation is considered an asset;
• Program evaluation designation is considered an asset;
• Change management designation is considered an asset;
• University coursework completed in public policy and/or public administration 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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