Business Consultant - Improvement And Strategic Initiatives

Req ID: 24560
Vacancy Type: Permanent 
Number of Positions: 1  
Closing Date: 01/16/2024
Job Summary
The Consultant, Business Improvement & Strategic Initiatives will actively engage in hands-on project management and provide comprehensive support in the Planning & Building service area. The role will provide simultaneous leadership of multiple intricate City projects and business initiatives, with a strict commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering successful outcomes to be a driving force behind data-driven decision-making and Strategic efforts across Planning & Building.
Duties and Responsibilities
-Lead, coordinate and facilitate multiple business improvement projects related to: risk; process efficiencies; service delivery effectiveness; communication departmental performance management.
-Manage projects by establishing overall intent, vision, developing request for information/quotes/proposals and statement of work, business specifications, project charters, project plans, project deliverables, potential issues and required budget resources.
-Lead and manage teams to identify budget requirements, ensure timelines are met and resources are managed appropriately.
-Functional guidance of staff working to approximately 10 or less staff on projects and supervision accountabilities for external vendor and/or consultants.
-Develop and present business cases, business/operational plans, cost benefit analysis, feasibility studies.
-Assist in negotiating partnerships with public, private and not-for-profit entities.
-Contribute to land development planning projects receiving cross functional inputs from T&W & CMS. 
-Conduct market research, and operational assessments that will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
-Provide support to management regarding regional dissolution for Land Use Planning 
-Provide input to P&B’s 5-Year Strategy & Economic Developments Strategy
-Operationalizing legislation through a project delivery model that strategically requires the City to take a position and monitor risk 
Skills and Qualifications
-A degree in the areas of Business, Commerce, Social Sciences, urban or regional planning or related field of study, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent with an emphasis on project management and business planning in a government or business setting. 
-Minimum of 5 years’ experience in development and analysis of business plans/cases, strategic plans and in project management/leader role.
-Strong research and business analytical skills, proficient in financial modelling, and experienced in statistical analysis for data driven decision-making and Strategic planning.
-Excellent technical writing skills, capable of expressing complex ideas in a simple, clear, and accurate manner. Superior report writing abilities with a focus on creating clear, concise policies, and reports, paying close attention to detail.
-Membership or eligibility for membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and Canadian Institute of Planners and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate and/or Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) is considered an asset
-Strong ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and collaboratively with individuals from various work units and across different departments within the Corporation. In-depth understanding of the organizational structure of City departments and elected officials, including the working relationships between them.
-Proficient in effective meeting organization, including running focused meetings to prevent circular conversations and ensure decision-making. 
-Skilled in facilitation and leading meetings with diverse groups at all management levels.
-Strong coaching and mediation skills utilized during meetings to encourage constructive discussions, consider various inputs, and seek compromises that align with all stakeholders’ interests.
-Strong presentation skills, including comfort with diverse audiences like the Leadership Team and/or the City Manager. Capable of providing concise verbal responses with appropriate background information. 
-Ability to think and act strategically and execute at a very detailed level
-Sound decision making and problem-solving skills, with an ability to successfully negotiate complex issues
-Comfortable working in a fast paced environment, balancing multiple priorities, with limited direction and direct supervision
-Exceptional skills in business improvement, land use planning and development, and project management
Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 85,155.00 - $ 113,541.00 
Hours of Work: 35 
Work Location: Civic Centre 
Department/Division/Section: P&B/Planning & Building Dept , P&B/Bus Imprvmt & Strat Initiatives , Bus Imprvmt & Strat Initiatives 
Non-Union/Union: Non Union 
A Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) or Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) will be required of the successful candidate, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online. 
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act. 
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent. 
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Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. 
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please Apply at recruitmentmississauga.ca with any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.