Social Planner – Strategic Program Development Advisor

This posting is for one (1) temporary full-time position with benefits that may continue up to March 31, 2029. This is a grant-funded position. The Edmonton Police Service has an opportunity for one (1) Social Planner in the Strategic Program Development Advisor role with the Urban Strategy Grant. The Strategic Program Development Advisor supports Edmonton Police Service to meet our strategic goals by ensuring that high-priority programs use best practices, are properly implemented, have data systems and practices in place for performance monitoring, and engage in continuous improvement. They work directly with program areas and frontline members who prevent crime, increase community safety and security, and build public trust and confidence in the police. Embedded within the Strategy and Innovation Branch, the position reports to the Program Manager, Impact and Evaluation. In this position, the Strategic Program Development Advisor is responsible for the programs funded by the Urban Strategy Grant. These programs relate directly to EPS strategic goals and engage directly with some of Edmonton’s most vulnerable community members. The position will work with an evaluator, a grant manager, program areas, interested parties, and funders to ensure the programs are operating efficiently and effectively. This includes establishing and improving monitoring data systems, supporting progress reporting, and implementing evaluation recommendations. The incumbent will be a trusted resource to the programs on the requirements of the grant agreement. The Strategic Program Development Advisor has a high degree of independence and responsibility. They will be expected to work directly with community organizations and with EPS leadership. An understanding of intersectionality and the cycle of crime and violence, a respectful and inclusive approach, and excellent relationship-building skills are essential for success in this role. Responsibilities will include: – Analyzing program operations and preparing advice for improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability of programming in alignment with the grant agreement. – Managing and improving program data and data systems. – Conducting literature reviews, needs assessments, and gap analyses to advise program management and leadership on best practices and community needs. – Preparing process maps and logic models. – Engaging with program management and staff, clients, and community organizations in collaborative program development. – Preparing program documentation such as business rules, standard operating procedures, communications, and databases. – Supporting change management, including employee training and communication. – Fostering a culture of collaboration among multi-disciplinary project teams. – Developing and stewarding relationships that support the success of the projects. – Preparing and delivering reports and presentations to leadership and funders. – Contributing to and upholding a positive work culture. – Performing other related duties as required.