Policy Administrator

Job title: Policy Administrator

Company:

Job description: SARM is the independent association that represents rural municipal government in Saskatchewan and is the principal advocate in representing them before senior governments. The SARM office is located east Regina.

Employees enjoy competitive salaries and a full benefits package.

Position Summary

The Policy Administrator will assist with administration of advocacy efforts at the provincial and federal levels on a wide range of policy issues.

Essential Duties

Research, analyze, and report on municipal and agriculture related policy

Draft policy related correspondence, information papers, and background/briefing materials;

Manage the Resolution and Policy Tracking databases, including the addition of resolutions, responses, and actions;

Provide support services (recorder, secretarial, research) for Internal Committees

Assist with other administration duties at conventions and meetings as required.
Communications

Coordinate submissions and Weekly Policy Bulletin updates

Coordinate posting of relevant policy related website materials;

Prepare briefing materials as directed.

Research answers and respond to incoming
telephone, e-mail, and other correspondence inquiries

Follow up on action items stemming from Standing Committee and Board meetings

Provide written summary of discussions stemming from meetings, conferences, and/or consultations to relevant policy staff;

Skills and Knowledge:

Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, as well as strong organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and within a team environment.
Strong attention to detail and a desire for continuous learning.

Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills
– Reading text
– Document use
– Writing
– Oral communication
– Working with others
– Problem solving
– Critical thinking
– Job task planning and organizing
– Computer use
– Continuous learning
Specific Skills
– Establish work priorities
– Ensure procedures are followed
– Ensure deadlines are met
– Co-ordinate and plan for office services such as accommodation, relocation, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets and parking
– Carry out administrative activities of establishment
– Administer policies and procedures related to the release of records in processing requests under government access to information and privacy legislation
– Assemble data
– Prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
– Review, evaluate and implement new administrative procedures
– Oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures
Work Setting
– Not-for-profit organization
Security and Safety
– Basic security clearance
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
– Windows
– Word processing software
– Spreadsheet software
– Database software
– Presentation software
– Web site creation and management software
– Desktop publishing software
– General office equipment
– Data analysis software
– Accounting software
– Internet browser
– Electronic mail

Expected salary:

Location: Regina, SK

Job date: Fri, 14 May 2021 07:27:46 GMT