BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The established and collaborative Strategic Financial Services team consists of 6 to 8 professionals, including financial analysts, directors, senior directors, and an executive director, all working on strategic financial projects. The team supports the Ministry of Health by providing critical financial analysis and advice, contributing to the success of ministry initiatives. Our team is a key driving force behind the strategic priorities of the ministry’s service plan and our work supports health system improvements for all British Columbians.

The Role
As an Economist in Strategic Financial Services, you will lead complex economic and policy analysis projects, forecast impacts of key initiatives, and develop models to guide strategic decision-making. Your work will shape policies and programs that ensure sustainable funding and budget alignment across the health sector. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to transformative changes that support health system improvements which benefits all British Columbians. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

•    Master’s Degree in Economics or a specialized field of economics (e.g., Economic Development, Financial Economics,) or an equivalent Master’s Degree or PhD in a closely related field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics).
•    Minimum two (2) years’ *recent, related experience. 

  *Recent related experience must be within the last five (5) years and include all of the following:
     o    Experience in leading complex statistical analysis and the design and implementation of economic modelling projects.
     o    Experience with financial database modelling and management.
     o    Experience developing financial reporting dashboards using technical tools (i.e.: Power BI).
     o    Experience developing demographic models on public sector trends.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
•    Three (3) or more years’ *recent, related experience.
•    Health sector experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mandy.Giesbrecht@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Currently there is one (1) permanent opportunity available in Victoria.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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