• Job Description

  Req#: 10636813

  The Crown Agencies Secretariat (CAS) is a central agency of the B.C. government that supports public sector organizations to operate effectively, in the public interest, and aligned with government’s strategic direction and priorities. The Crown Agencies and Board Resourcing Office (CABRO) oversees the recruitment and recommendation of candidates for appointments to all Crown corporations, agencies, boards and commissions and provides oversight of governance and corporate accountability across all public sector organizations.

  Reporting to the Director, the Advisor leads cross-ministry projects and manages cross-government policy initiatives supporting best practices in Board recruitment and appointments and broad public sector governance. The Advisor makes recommendations to improve transparency and accountability of PSOs through enhanced policy direction, advice and/or through the development of guidelines. This work includes engaging stakeholders to review CABRO products and services and identifying opportunities for improvement. The Advisor is a key policy and management role that fulfils a development and succession pathway to the Senior Advisor position at CABRO.

  For questions regarding this position, please contact Lianna.Olson@gov.bc.ca

  Job Requirements:

  • Minimum two years’ experience undertaking research, project/program coordination, and one or more of policy, financial, business or program analysis
  • Experience gathering, researching, synthesizing data or other information
  • University degree or diploma in related field, or equivalent combination of relation experience, education and/or training
  • Experience in policy research and inquiry skills, including the ability to review and critically analyze and synthesize policy issues and documents.
  • Experience working within government decision-making processes and with executive documents, such as briefing notes, Cabinet submissions, and/or business and strategic plans
  • Experience in stakeholder relations and working with multiple government branches
  • Experience dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
  • Experience working in a high-paced, deadline driven work unit
  • Experience providing oral briefings and recommendations to senior management and senior officials, and experience in a policy and/or central agency environment would be assets

  About this Position:
  This is a temporary opportunity until June 28, 2024.
  A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
  An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
  Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
  This position is excluded from union membership.
  Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
  
  Working for the BC Public Service:
  The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
  
  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.
  
  How to Apply:
  Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

  Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

  Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

  Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
  
  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.

• About the company

  The provincial government of British Columbia is the body responsible for the administration of the Canadian province of British Columbia.

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