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Assistant Director, Senior Manager of Strategic Communications Planning
Organization:
Ministry of Children and Youth Services
Division:
Deputy Minister's Office
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
M1105D - Communication35
Salary:
$90,348.00 - $127,343.00 Per Year
Are you a transformational leader with strong communications skills? Do you strive to build high performing teams and thrive in energetic and fast paced environments? Do you have outstanding strategic analysis, writing and editorial skills? If yes, consider this opportunity in the Communications Branch at the Ministry of Children and Youth Services (MCYS).
The ministry works with government and community partners to develop and implement policies, programs and a service system that helps give children the best possible start in life, prepare youth to become productive adults and make it easier for families to access the services they need at all stages of a child's development.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As Assistant Director and Senior Manager of Strategic Communications Planning, you will:
• Lead the planning, development and implementation of communications strategies to support the ministry's business objectives
• Work with the Director in the development of strategic communications activities and Branch initiatives
• Oversee a team of communications professionals responsible for developing communications advice and strategies, speeches, news releases, background materials, and website content
• Represent the Branch at senior level meetings and briefings with the Minister, Deputy Minister, and officials from other ministries
• Develop effective business relationships with partners within and external to the ministry to support the planning, delivery, coordination and evaluation of communications products and supports
How do I qualify?
Senior Leadership
• You have demonstrated experience leading, engaging and motivating a diverse team to deliver high quality results with a commitment to customer service.
• You have proven change management skills and can foster an environment of high performance and continuous improvement,
• You have the capacity to manage a heavy workload and delivering results under tight timelines
Relationship Management and Communications Skills
• You use effective communication, negotiation and conflict management skills to build credibility and consensus with colleagues, stakeholders and senior leaders
• You have keen political acuity to manage complex, high-profiles and highly sensitive issues
• You have experience in managing the development of sophisticated communications materials that are written in plain, clear concise language
• You have proven experience managing complex relationships which include multiple internal as well as external stakeholders and can demonstrate senior level influencing ability.
• You have demonstrated experience using consultative techniques to build strong linkages with your partners and demonstrated experience communicating sensitive information to stakeholders.
Technical Knowledge
• You have in-depth knowledge and experience with contemporary communications theories, principles and practices and specialized knowledge and experience in communications planning, product development and management
• You have proven executive –level project management skills to coordinate and monitor multiple projects and initiatives
• You have demonstrated experience in financial and human resources including budget management, recruitment, employee learning and development, performance reviews coaching and mentoring and employee relations matters
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 56 Wellesley St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation Group:
Management Compensation Plan
Schedule:
6
Category:
Management and General
Posted on:
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Note:
- • Interviews for this competition are anticipated to be held the week of January 8
• Please note that as of October 1, 2017 the new salary range for this position is $90,348 - $127,343. X
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, December 19, 2017 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.
