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SalaryAre you a seasoned policy professional with a passion for making a difference in Ontario's communities? An exciting opportunity awaits in the Capital Policy Branch, where you will lead and manage transformative initiatives on behalf of the Ministry of Education! As a key player in our team, you will be at the forefront of working with stakeholders to develop and implement key initiatives, related to capital planning, that shape the future of schools in communities across the province
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
You will:- Lead and manage policy projects supporting the long-term capital planning, funding, operations, and related legislative framework and regulation
- Provides technical leadership and direction to project team members from the Ministry, OPS partner ministries and School Boards
- Provide senior-level expertise, advice and recommendations to senior management on education capital issues
- Manage the connectivity and alignment with other ministries responsible for policies or programs that impact school infrastructure.
- Foster collaborative relationships with key internal and external partners and stakeholders
How do I qualify?
Technical Knowledge:
- You have knowledge of and experience with policy development/analysis and program development.
- You know how to apply change management, performance measurement, risk management and reporting principles and practices to identify and act on opportunities for change.
- You can work with and integrate large amounts of information and knowledge of information/data management, security and privacy in accordance with privacy legislation (FIPPA).
Research, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
- You have research, analytical and evaluation skills and knowledge to conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis skills (e.g. statistics and modelling), environmental scans, and lead the research of complex issues.
- You can assess the effectiveness of policies/programs against Ministry initiatives and goals
- You can identify issues/problems and develop appropriate recommendations or solutions.
- You demonstrate sound judgment, sensitivity and a high degree of political acuity
Leadership and Project Management Skills:
- You know service delivery management, operational planning and resource management practices.
- You can effectively complete project deliverables from initial concept through completion
- You can champion project management approaches, provide technical leadership and coach staff and provide expert advice to management and clients on performance improvement
- You have experience providing leadership in policy and program development, delivery and implementation
Communication and Relationship Management Skills:
- You have communication, relationship management and interpersonal skills to consult, provide advice, make recommendations, prepare and deliver presentations and to prepare correspondence, reports and briefings.
- You can create and manage complex stakeholder relationships and lead consultations with ensuring a shared understanding
- You can work collaboratively to resolve issues, negotiate changes and shift in priorities
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent, 315 Front St W, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation Group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
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Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Monday, February 12, 2024
Note:
- Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
- The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
