Corporate Planning and Reporting Analyst

Job Information
Job Title: Corporate Planning and Reporting Analyst 
Job Requisition ID: 84920
Ministry: Arts, Culture and Status of Women
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 1, 2026
Classification: Program Services 3
Salary: ​$ 2,935.39 to $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 - $ 100,492 /year) 

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.
The Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women works to improve Albertans’ quality of life through support of cultural development, historical preservation and increased gender equality.
Within Arts, Culture and Status of Women (ACSW), the Business and Operational Planning area supports ministry decision-making through the provision of planning, reporting, business continuity and enterprise risk management (ERM) services, and others.
To learn more about the Ministry of Arts, Culture and Status of Women, please visit this link: Arts, Culture and Status of Women | Alberta.ca.

Role Responsibilities

Are you a strategic thinker with strong analytical and reporting skills? Join our team and help drive organizational excellence through corporate planning, performance measurement, and data-informed decision-making.

Under the supervision of the Manager, the Corporate Planning and Reporting Analyst provides project management expertise, technical and analytical support, and advice and recommendations to ministry staff to facilitate the timely and efficient production and implementation of business planning and reporting processes to meet legislated requirements.

The Corporate Planning & Reporting Analyst will provide coordination, consultation, quality control, and project management to support the ministry’s strategic, business, and operational planning, reporting, executive performance agreements, and enterprise risk management. Deliverables include ministry business and operational plans, ministry annual report, risk reports, executive performance agreements, briefings and binders. The Corporate Planning & Reporting Analyst solicits and coordinates input from throughout the ministry and edits it to make sure it is ready for internal and external publication. This work is required to meet the government's public accountability requirements under the Fiscal Planning and Transparency Act, with guidance and direction from Treasury Board and Finance, Executive Council and the Office of the Auditor General.

To be effective in this role, the incumbent will need to be a strong communicator (verbally and in writing) and able to build relationships throughout the ministry to influence and support outcomes. Political acumen, agility, and the ability to approach politically sensitive matters in a confidential, proactive, and positive manner are necessary. A working knowledge of the software tools used to carry out job responsibilities (primarily Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, AI Tools (Co-Pilot, Gemini Etc.) and Adobe Acrobat), project management skills, and the ability to consistently meet hard deadlines are essential.

Responsibilities include:

1. Business Planning
2. Ministry Strategic Planning
3. Operational Planning and Reporting
4. Ministry Annual Reporting
5. Executive Performance Reporting
6. Assisting the Committee of Supply and Public Accounts process
7. Enterprise Risk Management process
8. Internal Engagement

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position

APS Competencies

Competencies 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.
Systems Thinking - The role requires a holistic long-term view of the issues the ministry faces.
Agility - To be successful, the individual must be resourceful in marshaling the resources needed (e.g., information from TBF), adapting to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., urgent requests from the Minister's Office), researching and proposing alternate solutions (e.g., proposing changes for the operational planning processes), providing guidance and training to other employees (e.g., related to SharePoint use), and displaying a positive attitude toward the work and teammates.
Drive for Results - As a member of a results-driven team, the individual must demonstrate the motivation and accountability to manage and complete projects (such as ministry-level operational reports and business plans), with a focus on continuous improvement.
Develop Networks - Initiates, develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with coworkers, other program areas (through formal committees and informal engagements), and partnering ministries.

Qualifications

• Minimum Recruitment Standard:

University graduation in a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below. Equivalency: 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.

Preference will be given to candidates with university graduation in Political Science, Public Administration, Business, Project Management, Policy Analysis, and Communications.

In addition to the required qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following assets:

Knowledge

• In-depth understanding of the Government of Alberta's business planning and reporting cycle and processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the ministry's business plan, strategic priorities, mandates, programs and other business area functions.
• Awareness of branch, divisional, ministry and government objectives and priorities in decision-making.
• Awareness of government strategic directions and priorities as they relate to the ministry mandate and initiatives.
• Knowledge of relevant government legislation and regulations (e.g., Alberta's Fiscal Planning and Transparency Act, Alberta Foundation for the Arts Act, Financial Administration Act, and Legislative Assembly Act).
• Understanding of the client and stakeholder communities impacted by the ministry mandate and operations, including relevant organizations, committees, advisory groups and representatives.
• Strong understanding of executive level decision-makers' information needs.
• Knowledge of the political environment within which the ministry operates and the decision-making processes of the ministry Executive Team, Executive Council, Legislative Assembly and Treasury Board and Finance.
• Understanding of and experience with project management techniques.

Skills

• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Well-developed project planning and management skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate and execute concurrent complex projects.
• Advanced software skills in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams, as well as Adobe Acrobat and AI tools such as Co-Pilot and Gemini.
• Advanced time management and organizational skills to function under pressure on several projects simultaneously and meet firm deadlines.
• Ability to build collaborative networks and working relationships with staff across the ministry.
• Ability to facilitate problem solving and decision-making with diverse groups and employ consulting/consensus building techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including:
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Excellent listening skills
  • Strong public speaking and presentation skills
  • Consultation, engagement and meeting facilitation skills
  • Diplomacy and professionalism

 
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

This is one (1) full-time permanent position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 4:30pm.

Location - 10405 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, T5J3N4.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

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

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 see Job Application Resources for information. 
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
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 Connie Piosca at Connie.Piosca@gov.ab.ca.