Principal Policy Analyst

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Industry Government Organisation
Company Phone 439 7999
Contact Person Ms. Tracy Albert

ONLY SEYCHELLOIS CANDIDATES CAN APPLY FOR THIS POST

Organisation: Ministry of Social Affairs, Family and Equality

Department: Family Department

Division: Research & Policy Planning

Section: Policy

Post Title: Principal Policy Analyst

Responsible to: Director General

Working Hours: 08.00am – 4.00pm

Job Description

Job Purpose

A Principal Policy analyst oversees the examination of policies to evaluate their efficiency. He or She scrutinizes policies to determine whether they match objectives, review and amend policy drafts, and suggest improvements to existing policies.

Functional

Manage and coordinate routine activities of the Policy Section
Conceptualise and formulate new policies in regard to family, social development, gender and population issues
Review of existing policies bearing in mind mandate of the Department
Coordinate the development, review and implementation of Department Strategic Plan
Carry out strategic policy planning and development in relation to family, social development, gender, population, elderly and disabled persons’ issues
Monitor and evaluate policy implementation and their effectiveness
Assist with ensuring the efficient deployment and management of resources of the Section
Assist with advocating and sensitisation of Department policies
Participate in relevant meetings as and when necessary
Undertake any other duties assigned by the Director General

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills & Characteristics

A Principal Policy Analyst should have at least six (6) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which should have been served at the level of Senior Policy Analyst in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.

Essential Qualifications/Experience

A Principal Policy Analyst should be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in public policy or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with the following subjects: Sociology, Social Administration, Economics, Political Science and Public Administration or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics.

CORE BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

TEAMWORK	Fosters a sense of team spirit by establishing strong interpersonal relationships, demonstrating respect for other team members and proactively offering support. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Works collaboratively with others by seeking to understand and make best use of team members’ diverse ideas, working styles, skills and backgrounds. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
ACCOUNTABILITY	Takes ownership of tasks and functional responsibilities. Presents oneself as a credible representative of the Corporation and demonstrates a commitment to delivering on one’s duties. Justifies decisions taken, with confidence, openness and honesty. Takes responsibility for seeing efforts through. Makes sound and fair judgment. Makes informed and accountable conclusions and decisions. Is open to feedback and uses errors or oversights as learning points.
ADAPTABILITY	Easily adjusts priorities, activities, and attitude to meet new deadlines and information and to achieve objectives. Anticipates and responds with energy, to new challenges, the unfamiliar and the urgent. Thinks of ways to make changes work, rather than resisting them. Makes suggestions for increasing the effectiveness of a changing environment. Plans ahead and has an alternative option in case things go wrong or unexpected. Keeps an open mind and shows willingness to learn new methods, procedures, and techniques that embrace change. Able to prioritize effectively and plan flexibly to be able to deal with change.
RELIABILITY	Is dependable and can be relied on in different circumstances. Gets the job well-done every time and within deadlines. Shows up to work on time. Goes the extra mile to produce expected results even in tight deadlines. Persists through difficult tasks and brings out credible results.
CONDUCT & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS	Behaves in a professional and appropriate way to set the right example in the workplace. Takes responsibility for own actions; accepts own mistakes and does not blame others for a job not well done or not done. Behaves in a manner that is accepting, respectful and inclusive of all people. Puts continuous effort into building and maintaining relationships. Accepts conflict as an opportunity to strengthen relationships. Responds willingly to requests for help and information, where possible Is honest and open-minded. Has a ‘can-do’ and ‘will-do’ attitude.

How To Apply

Interested candidate(s) are requested to Sign-up or login to apply now or Please send CV and other relevant documents to t.albert@gov.sc / HRofficerfamilydept@gov.sc

Contact: 4397999 / 4397998

Closing date: Friday 19th December 2025

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application. Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.

Family & Equality Department