Analyst, Health Policy and Governmental Affairs

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.#LI-HYBRID #LI-TM1 #LI-ONTARIO ​Job category: LegalJob posting ID: 5776 ​Employment status: Regular full-timeClassification: PTS/MGT/IT BSalary/Rate of pay: $68,206 to $80,931 Application deadline: 2024-05-06 Application requirements: Your up-to-date resume. Job specific cover letter. We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process. Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the . Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others. Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference. We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play. About the roleCanadian Blood Services is looking for a regular full-time Analyst to join our dynamic Health Policy and Governmental Affairs team. The Health Policy and Governmental Affairs team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by engaging with federal, provincial, and territorial health ministries, particularly corporate members, and their representatives, and with other elected officials across the country. This team also plays a critical role in issues resolution within health policy and government environments. In this role, you will report to the Lead, Health Policy, but will also work closely with the Lead, Official Engagement, and the department Director. You will be responsible for delivering or contributing to environmental scans, briefing binders, government committee submissions, and other internal and public facing documents, often under the auspices of senior executives and board members. You will provide a wide range of information related to government, legislative/parliamentary, and health policy environments relative to Canadian Blood Services’ strategic priorities. In addition to general health policy monitoring and reporting, a key responsibility will be supporting the Lead, Official Engagement, and the Director in their development of relationships within the governmental and policy sectors. You will also act as a coordinator/department hub on budgeting and expense reports, booking/planning meetings, and events, and coordinating internal corporate reporting, as required. It is expected that approximately 75 per cent of your time will be spent on analyst activities with the remaining 25 per cent allotted to departmental coordination work. Formula for successThe successful candidate is an effective communicator, has a ‘pulse’ for politics, and is willing to go the extra mile to deliver high-quality work on time. Harnessing your strong investigative and organizational skills, you will conduct legislative/government and policy-driven research, information gathering and social media monitoring (focusing on political and policy discussions of interest, cabinet shuffles, key dynamics within provincial legislatures and Parliament, standing committee activity, federal/provincial/territorial discussions, etc.) Non-partisan interpretation is required. Drawing on your strong interpersonal and communication skills, and leveraging stakeholder management software, you will support relationship development with various elected officials from diverse communities and backgrounds across the country, ensure departmental knowledge of key governmental and policy stakeholders is current and accurate, and help guide internal public-facing staff with elected official engagement. Using your attention to detail and ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines, you will deliver accurate and complete electronic briefing binders and other briefing documents supporting executive and board level meetings with elected officials. Leveraging your demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize and manage complex, multiple deliverables simultaneously, you will lead departmental budgeting in collaboration with team members and financial management colleagues, as well as other reporting and logistical duties as required. Desired education and skills Completion of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution, preferably political science, Canadian government, communications, economics, other social sciences, health, or public administration. At least three years of relevant work experience in health policy, government, agency, or research setting, preferably within the public sector Knowledge of Canadian healthcare and government landscapes (federal and provincial). Experience preparing briefing material/notes in a public sector or other related setting. Experience with departmental or similar budget management. Experience with stakeholder management software. Experience with social media monitoring. Effective written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, etc. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. What we offer you 4 weeks' vacation Annual performance award up to 6% Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family Defined benefit pension plan Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources What you can expect This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time, 2 days of the week. You may be required to travel once per year, or as required. Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute. Canadian Blood Services requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (COVID 19 vaccine doses as approved by Health Canada), subject to any medical or other human rights considerations. Persons who have been vaccinated outside of Canada must contact their local Public Health Unit in order to obtain a vaccine equivalency certificate. If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.