Manager, Advisory Councils Secretariat

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Job Title:

Manager, Advisory Councils Secretariat
Job

Requisition
Ministry:

Primary and Preventative Health Services

Location:

Calgary or Edmonton
Full or Part-Time:

Full Time
Hours of Work:
36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage:
Permanent
Scope:
Open Competition
Closing Date:

August 24, 2026
Classification:
Management Manager Zone 2 (M41Z2)
Salary: $3,920.66 to $5,276.07 bi-weekly ($102,329 - $137,705/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 Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes, and maintaining fiscal responsibility.
The Advisory Councils Secretariat supports the operations of 14 regional advisory councils across the province. The councils are made up of members of the public who live in the region they represent. Their role is to provide input and advice on how to improve health care in their region.

The Manager leads a team responsible for council operations, stakeholder engagement, governance and administrative support. The position oversees planning and delivery of council meetings, engagement activities and recruitment initiatives while ensuring effective management of council processes, resources and operational priorities. The Manager provides leadership and direction on complex issues, supports collaboration across government and the health system, and ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality Secretariat services.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Leading Secretariat operations that support Regional Advisory Councils, ensuring effective governance, planning and delivery of council activities.
• Providing leadership, coaching and supervision to a team of professionals while establishing priorities, overseeing workloads and fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing the planning and administration of council meetings, stakeholder engagement activities and recruitment initiatives, ensuring effective logistical coordination and meaningful participation from stakeholders.
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with council members, government partners, health system organizations and community stakeholders to support effective engagement and issue resolution.
  Providing strategic advice, policy support and recommendations to senior leadership through the analysis of emerging issues, trends and stakeholder perspectives, and the preparation of reports, briefing materials and other decision-support products.
• Leading operational planning, project management and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen Secretariat services, support division priorities and enhance the ability of councils to provide informed advice on local and provincial health priorities.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

University graduation in a field related to Community Engagement, Communications, Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Business, or Public Health supplemented by four years related experience.

Equivalency
:

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

The following is required:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license
• Must be available for travel independently throughout the province and able to work evenings and weekends as required (less than 25% required travel)

The following will be considered as assets:

• Certified Public Participation Professional (IAP2 Certificate)
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders including rural, remote, and Indigenous communities
• Understanding of the health care system in Alberta
• Working knowledge of Government of Alberta structures and decision-making processes

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