Indigenous Connections and Culture Analyst – Government of Alberta

Title of the Job: Indigenous Connections and Culture Analyst

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Indigenous Connections and Culture Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 63425
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Edmonton(Other locations in Alberta will be considered)
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: October 16,2024
Classification: Program Services 2
Salary: $2,345.14 to $3,076.28 bi-weekly ($61,208 – $80,290/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:The Ministry of Children and Family Services works to foster a society in which families are safe and resilient, individuals have sustainable employment, vulnerable Albertans have the supports they require, and no one is left behind. Children and Family Services mission is to assist Albertans in creating the conditions for safe and supportive homes, communities, and workplaces so they have opportunities to realize their full potential. Its core business is to work collaboratively with community partners to deliver citizen-centered programs and services that improve quality of life for Albertans. The ministry deals with topics that vary widely and addresses many of the issues people face across their life span.To learn more about our Ministry’s work, please visit:Role ResponsibilitiesThe Indigenous Connections and Culture Analyst coordinates the logistics for the Indigenous Cultural Understanding Framework (ICUF), which includes overseeing the registration of participants, ensuring meeting materials are provided to participants, and transfers/adds data to the Learning Environment Online (LEO) Database to enable the Ministry to efficiently pull data related to course completion, required for legislatively mandated documents (e.g. Annual Report, Business Plan, Committee of Supply).The key responsibilities of the position are:1. Coordinate the logistics for the cultural understanding workshops and training to ensure cultural understanding deliverables are developed and delivered in a timely manner and to the higher standard.

• Provide support to cultural training, including reviewing proposals and assisting with project planning activities (e.g. defining project scope, determining activities and resources, developing risk management strategies).
• Monitor and report on the status of cultural understanding training to the manager, including timelines, cost, issues, etc.
• Oversee the logistics for the ICUF training and ad hoc events; ensure registration lists are up to date, information and meeting materials are provided to participants, troubleshoot issues with participants as needed.

2. Provide information, analysis and advice that will assist in the planning and development of advanced education policies and programs that support divisional and ministry goals.

• Transfer data for more than 3,500 Children and Family Services staff from an excel spreadsheet to the Learning Environment database to ensure data is consistent and can be addressed efficiently.
• Analyze and evaluate data and other information on advanced education issues drawn from a diverse range of sources, including statistical databases, legislation, policy documents, technical reports, and
• administrative and academic journals.
• Interpret and apply findings by developing recommendations and identifying alternate courses of actions and their implications for advanced education programs and policies.
• Prepare action requests and briefing notes in response to DM/ADM requests.

3. Provide support to the Indigenous and Community Connections(ICC)

• Support engagement logistics for Indigenous Connections and Community Engagement as required (e.g. support in-person engagements, assists with logistics, etc.).

4. Modernize data storage for ICC.

• Transfer ICC data from M drive to SharePoint to ensure accessibility of data remotely for Branch staff

APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

• Agility – Demonstrated ability to manage and adapt to change. Ability to manage human, financial, and physical resources within an operating environment.
• Drive for Results – Leadership skills, including demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making responsibilities, coaching and teaching, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others.
• Develop Self and Others – Proven ability to foster partnerships and to achieve organizational goals within an organization.
• Build Collaborative Environments – Strong track record in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop Networks – Ability to foster a climate of cooperation amongst, and build solid relationships with public agencies, government, committees and other partners.
• Systems Thinking – Effective leadership abilities combined with a strong commitment to operating within a team environment and the ability to motivate and inspire other to achieve common goals.
• Creative Problem Solving – Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

QualificationsEducation:

• University degree in a related field (BA Political Science, BA Native Studies, BA History, BA Anthropology, BA Psychology, BA Sociology, Bachelor of Social Work or a related field); no experience required; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalencies: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Note: For professional work related to Communications (e.g. Public Affairs Officer), a directly related diploma is considered equivalent to university graduation in a related field.Assets:

• Experience working with Indigenous Communities and/or organizations.
• Completed Indigenous Cultural Understanding Training(ICUF) as follows:

o Indigenous Introductory Training (IIT)
o Metis Cultural Awareness Training: Metis Nation of Alberta (MNA)
o Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC)
o What Was Lost: Reflections from the 60s Scoop, Sixties Scoop Indigenous Society of Alberta (SSISA)
o 7 Sacred Teachings
o Omanitew: Working with Indigenous Services
o Allying with Indigenous Peoples: Cultural Solutions
o Maskwacis Cultural College
o Joining the Circle – Blue Quill University
o Reconciliation

• Experience with facilitation and organizing the logistics for stakeholder engagements.
• Experience with evaluating programs and services.
• Experience with data management
• Preparing A/Rs and other Ministry Reports.
• Preparing monthly budget forecasts(including grants and contract forecasting).

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Refer toNotesHours of Work:Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week (full-time).
(Working after-hours or outside of regular business hours may be required).Location:Edmonton, AB (other locations in Alberta will be considered).Application Requirements:

• A cover letter outlining how your education and experience relates directly to this role is required.
• In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example: January 15, 2006 – June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs shifts/week).
• Complete all pre-screening questions.
• If you have completed your ICUF Training please attach the proof of completion as an attachment to your career profile.

Please be advised your current supervisor and manager will be contacted as references.Successful Candidate for this position will undergo a multi-panel interview, academic credential check, professional and/or academic reference check, and will be required to obtain and provide Criminal Record Check results.Role Requirements:

• You carry a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.
• It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) ( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ). It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment services as part of their application.

Travel:

• Occasional travel will be required in the role in Alberta and out of province if the need arises.
• Employee may also be required to use their own vehicles when government fleet vehicles are not available. Appropriate insurance is required.

Notes Cont’dOther Information:Relocation expenses will not be provided.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Please see below for additional links on the GoA has to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dawn Bradbury at .

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