The Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) is a producer-led organization established by the Saskatchewan government in 2013 to build a platform for growth in the province’s wheat industry. Its mandate is to enhance wheat producers’ competitiveness and profitability through research, market development, advocacy, and communication activities.
Policy Analyst
This position reports to the Policy Manager and is responsible for providing support and strategic direction to the Sask Wheat staff and Board of Directors on a wide range of economic, policy and regulatory issues affecting the sustainability and competitiveness of the wheat industry in Saskatchewan. The Policy Analyst will work in collaboration with Sask Wheat staff, government officials and other stakeholders to identify issues, compile and analyze information, and provide advice on appropriate policy positions and strategies for Saskatchewan wheat producers. This is a full-time, salaried position (37.5 hours per week); some travel is required.
Education and work experience:
The knowledge and skills required for the position will have been obtained through a Bachelor’s degree (and preferably a Master’s degree) in agriculture, economics or business with significant knowledge of crop-based agriculture in western Canada and at least three years work experience in the agriculture industry.
The successful candidate will possess:
- University Degree in agriculture, economics or business, with a strong agricultural background
- Detailed knowledge of agricultural economics, business and policies
- Thorough understanding of crop-based agriculture in western Canada and agricultural production systems
- Broad knowledge of government policy process and broad knowledge of government policy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High level of capability in the areas of analytical, research and problem-solving skills, understanding of economic and scientific research processes
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