Job Information

The Manager Policy, and Legal Affairs is responsible for overseeing two budgets and all human resources associated with managing and building capacity for six staff. You will be called upon to provide advice and coordinate responses regarding the varied legal issues that arise related to policy, legislation, and departmental activities in general, and to recommend courses of action to mitigate risks, including recommending positions on litigation. This advice, and recommendations, will at times be made directly to the Deputy Minister in support of departmental activities and Ministerial roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge of the legislative development process;
• Experience working with Indigenous governments including situations requiring sensitive negotiations;
• Knowledge of legal and legislative principles and practice;
• Knowledge of administrative law, constitution...