Asma Alam
Winnipeg,Manitoba
Summary
Policy professional with over 13 years of experience with the Government of Manitoba, assessing regulations, legislation and policies with talent for project management. Strong knowledge of government financial cycles, policy administration and policy development. Communicative and team-oriented with good understanding of strategic management and performance measurement principles. Proven history of fostering positive working relationships to meet team, individual and management objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasury Board Analyst
Treasury Board Secretariat (Province of Manitoba)
Winnipeg, MB
10.2023 - Current
- Undertook an aggressive research regime related to the programs and issues of assigned portfolio in order to support reviews, analyses and recommendations for in-year Treasury Board decision-making, the annual estimates process, the financial reporting and monitoring function, special reviews and/or projects.
- Developed and maintained effective working relationships with central agencies of the government (e.g. Comptroller's Office, Fiscal Management and Corporate Policy, Strategic Initiatives, Central Services Division, Intergovernmental Relations, Executive Council etc.)
- Provided ongoing analysis, advice and recommendations to Treasury Board in the decision-making process with respect to program, policy and financial direction to departments
- Provided advice and guidance to assigned department in business planning, performance measurement, and on information in the General Manual of Administration and Financial Administration Manual
- Monitored, analyzed and advised senior leaders on departmental activities, ensuring the effective, efficient and consistent delivery of government policies and priorities
- Prepared government-wide multi-year financial forecast projections
Senior Policy Analyst
Health Policy and Planning (Province of Manitoba)
Winnipeg, MB
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Evaluated program outcomes of various public health programs to inform decision-making process
- Collaborated with external stakeholders including other government agencies and non-profit organizations to develop strategies that promote better access to healthcare services.
- Analyzed and interpreted policies, legislation and public issues related to health policy
- Fostered team engagement through coaching, mentoring, building strong lines of communication, trusting relationships, and accountability.
- Provided supervision and guidance to junior policy analysts
- Developed policy documents and briefing material for executive and senior management.
- Researched and compiled data from multiple sources including jurisdictional scans, academic journals, and internal documents
Balanced Scorecard Lead /Policy Analyst
Corporate Support Branch (Province of Manitoba)
Winnipeg, MB
05.2020 - 01.2024
- Developed strategy and plan for cascading Balanced Scorecards within the Department of Families
- Developed standard operating procedures, policy documents, training material and provided training to departmental staff in performance measurement and basic project management
- Managed projects using project management and change management tools and principles
- Managed the operation and content of the ManitobaParentZone website
- Prepared policy documents, correspondence, briefing notes, circulars and other communication material
- Worked on Regulatory Accountability for the department including creating projects to repeal policies
Program and Policy Consultant
Healthy Child Manitoba Office (Province of Manitoba)
Winnipeg, MB
08.2014 - 05.2020
- Managed the operation of parenting initiatives implemented by Healthy Child Manitoba – Manitoba Parent Zone, Manitoba Parent Line, Triple P training program and Nobody’s perfect parenting program
- Conducted research and analysis of various topics related to early childhood development, parenting and adolescent behavior in order to make program recommendations
- Worked closely with internal and external stakeholders to achieve government priorities
- Conducted an Evaluability assessment of the Communities That Care (CTC) program to assess program's readiness for an in-depth evaluation
Policy Analyst
Policy and Planning Branch (Province of Manitoba)
Winnipeg, MB
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Coordinated the operation of the ManitobaParentZone website
- Developed policy briefs on key issues for government decision-makers.
- Drafted communication materials and briefing documents such as briefing notes etc.
- Developed a network of experts to facilitate knowledge exchange
Employment and Income Assistance Case Coordinator
Manitoba Family Services and Labour (Province of Manitoba)
Winnipeg, MB
12.2011 - 08.2012
- Managed a caseload consisting of about 200 program participants from various socio-cultural backgrounds
- Maintained good working relationships with community organizations that assist program participants
- Counseling clients and coordinating services by liaising with all levels of the private and public sector
- Reviewing clients’ requests and making decisions based on policies and legislation
- Explaining policy and decisions to program participants in a client-friendly manner.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB2016
Project Management Fundamentals
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Winnipeg, MBTriple P (Positive Parenting Program) - Level 4
Triple P International
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional
Farsi
Professional
Timeline
Senior Policy Analyst
Health Policy and Planning (Province of Manitoba)
01.2024 - 10.2024
Treasury Board Analyst
Treasury Board Secretariat (Province of Manitoba)
10.2023 - Current
Balanced Scorecard Lead /Policy Analyst
Corporate Support Branch (Province of Manitoba)
05.2020 - 01.2024
Program and Policy Consultant
Healthy Child Manitoba Office (Province of Manitoba)
08.2014 - 05.2020
Policy Analyst
Policy and Planning Branch (Province of Manitoba)
08.2012 - 08.2014
Employment and Income Assistance Case Coordinator
Manitoba Family Services and Labour (Province of Manitoba)
12.2011 - 08.2012
Master of Social Work -
University of Manitoba
Project Management Fundamentals
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) - Level 4
Triple P International
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