Senior Policy Analyst - International Standards

Senior Policy Analyst - International Standards

Job Description
Who We Are
SCC is a small but impactful Crown corporation that reports to Parliament through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada. Using our expertise and vast network, SCC helps organizations by opening a gateway to possibilities, both at home and abroad. We bring people together, foster collaboration and expand their horizons in trade, sustainability and global connectivity. We represent and advance Canada’s interests on the international stage in ways no other organization can.

As Canada’s national standardization body, SCC offers more than a few pieces of the standards development and conformity assessment puzzle. We provide comprehensive strategies that allow Canadian businesses and innovators to contribute to shaping established and emerging markets. We help knock down trade barriers and create opportunities for businesses to innovate and expand into new markets by laying the foundation for their success.

SCC’s work also helps drive Canada’s health, well‑being and economic prosperity. Whether it’s the food we eat, the products and technologies we use, or how we get to work, every aspect of our lives is touched by standards. Standards and conformity assessment not only provide confidence in the quality and safety of products and services, they also play an integral role in improving the overall health and safety of Canadians, and of their environment.

At SCC, everything we do is aimed at improving Canadians’ quality of life and economic prosperity.

Our Culture
A recipient of Waterstone’s Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures award in 2023, 2024, and 2025, we foster a culture grounded in our core values of respect, professionalism, and integrity. Our culture continues to evolve as we adapt to new ways of working, strengthening our ability to collaborate, remain agile, and support one another. This sustained recognition reflects a workplace defined by compassion, flexibility, and a shared commitment to excellence.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Policy Analyst
The Senior Policy Analyst is responsible for delivering program management and implementation support for key corporate initiatives, providing front line leadership, expertise, and professional acumen in managing programs or services in sectors of strategic focus. The role develops and manages stakeholder engagement strategies and provides strategic advice in addressing stakeholder objectives and needs. The Senior Policy Analyst interacts and consults regularly with internal parties and stakeholders to drive the development and implementation of strategic initiatives.

Your Background
Requirements
Security clearance:  Reliability

Education

Post‑secondary education in economics, business administration, law, political science or equivalent discipline.

Experience and Skills

5 years + of experience related to standardization, strategic policy and/or stakeholder relations

Experience supporting the facilitation of multi‑stakeholder technical or policy‑setting groups or committees

Experience in: project management, research, strategic‑thinking, report writing

Experience in standardization (standards and conformity assessment) policy would be considered an asset

In‑depth knowledge of the structure of the Canadian Government and Federal Government.

Strong competencies in the interpretation of policy priorities in relation to Canada’s economic, social and trade agenda.

In‑depth knowledge in the areas of communications, outreach and stakeholder engagement.

Knowledge of policy analysis and development.

Knowledge of the methods, techniques and practices involved in analyzing a wide range of technical information related to standards and accreditation

Knowledge of public and stakeholder relations and strategic communications is also expected to be able to address requirements for engagement with specific groups.

Understanding of the SCC Act, as well as copyright and privacy laws.

Strong analytical and communications and engagement skills.

Ability to grow and maintain a network of internal and external sources of information, to work effectively with deadlines and to be able to represent the…