About this role
Senior Policy AdvisorDepartment of Environment and Local Government Pay Band 61-year Contract / Secondment (with possibility of extension)(In-service) FrederictonInterested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB! Who we are?The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home. The Environmental Science and Climate Change Division is responsible for the environmental review of major projects, monitoring the air and water resources of New Brunswick, addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation, policy direction and legislative agenda development for the department. It provides scientific assessment and environmental protection advice and reports on the state of the environment, leads initiatives promoting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the adaptation to impacts of climate change, develops programs and policies, and provides technical, scientific and engineering support. This includes interpreting, evaluating and maintaining awareness of research and developments in environmental health and climate issues and initiatives on behalf of the department. The division consists of the following branches: Climate Change and Sciences, Environmental Impact Assessment, Healthy Environments, Policy, and Strategic Policy Initiatives.The Department of Environment and Local Government provides leadership in environmental management and addressing climate change while supporting strong local governance and vibrant communities throughout New Brunswick.Our vision: Working together for a healthy environment and vibrant communities.Our mission statement: We are dedicated to safeguarding and enhancing the environment while fostering vibrant, sustainable and resilient communities through environmental stewardship, evidence-based approaches and supporting effective local governance.For more information, please go to our website: Department of Environment and Local Government - gnb.ca.What will you do? As a member of the Strategic Initiatives Branch, you will support, and sometimes lead, departmental initiatives which include project management, engagement, and legislative components. Your primary responsibilities will include:Developing sound public policy;Formulating new concepts in legislation,Conducting senior level research, analysis, and cross-jurisdictional reviews,Conducting inter-departmental and stakeholder engagement,Developing and presenting proposals and briefings to various levels of government and stakeholders,Leading, or representing the Department on, working groups supporting departmental or governmental priorities,Coordinating and tracking project work, andLiaising with government agencies and stakeholders.Who you are?You are open to new challenges, solution-oriented and able to work within a team. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team working towards common goals. You are concerned for the safety and wellbeing of New Brunswickers. Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:Essential qualificationsA Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Science, Environmental Studies, Social Sciences, Community Planning, or a related field and a minimum of six (6) years of related work experience, including direct policy development experience.ORA Law degree and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience, including direct policy development experience.An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language