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The OPS is dedicated to recruiting and advancing top talent while building a diverse public service that is reflective of Ontario's population and communities. This exciting opportunity offers recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates the opportunity to develop their careers and gain valuable work experience with one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Bring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs. Working with a team of engaged professionals and dedicated leaders, you'll take the next step in your career in a dynamic environment that provides opportunities for personal growth, competitive salary, mentorship, learning and development opportunities, and work-life balance.
About the job
As part of the team with the Indigenous and Ministry Relationship Branch, where your focus will be policy work related to IAO's operational consultation guidance to support ministries' informational needs and requests; and, emergency and social emergency preparedness and response in partnership with First Nations. you will:
• assist and support various projects and studies
• conduct research and analysis for program initiatives and assist in the preparation of options and proposals
• assist with the preparation of communication and implementation plans
• participate on various committees and working/project groups
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You must have graduated from a college or university, with a degree, diploma or post-graduate certificate, within the past 5 years.
• You must be an Indigenous person (i.e. First Nations, Métis, Inuit).
Analytical and research skills:
• You can provide research support to projects and branch initiatives.
• You can gather and analyze information to support the development of recommendations and resolutions to issues.
• You have the ability to acquire knowledge of the policy process.
Oral and written communication skills:
• You can prepare and present various documents (i.e., presentations, reports, summaries).
• You can clearly and concisely communicate information and recommendations.
Interpersonal and teamwork skills:
• You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at varying levels to seek and exchange information.
• You can participate and contribute to working groups.
Planning and organizational skills:
• You are able to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects with competing deadlines.
Computer skills:
• You are proficient in common software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, spreadsheet applications to draft documents and reports, prepare presentations, conduct analysis, and perform research on the internet.
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