Are you a self-motivated individual with knowledge and experience working with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA)? Are you detailed oriented and have the ability to manage conflicting priorities? Consider this exciting opportunity with the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery.
Under the direction of the Manager, Information Management and Access Unit, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team managing the access of information in the ministry through the freedom of information and open government programs.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
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.
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Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
About the job
You will:
• lead and coordinate the development, implementation, and delivery of the ministry's Freedom of Information and Open Government programs.
• provide expert advice, guidance and recommendations regarding the interpretation and application of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
• prepare internal and external correspondence and communication materials.
• develop plans, strategies, and training for ministry clients to promote effective information management stewardship, transparency, and accountability across the ministry.
• represent the ministry on inter/intra-ministry committees and working groups related to information management and access.
• manage and respond to requests that have extreme tight timelines.
What you bring to the team
Specialized Knowledge:
You have:
• the demonstrated ability to interpret and apply the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), including associated case laws, precedents, supporting policies, and guidelines to analyze records and process ministry requests.
• the ability to obtain and apply knowledge of emerging trends in information and access management program models and methods to ensure ministry programs, policies, and products are delivered through the use of leading-edge technology and business practices.
• knowledge of risk assessment methods and techniques to identify contentious and politically sensitive issues.
Relationship Management, Communication and Presentation Skills:
• You have relationship management, negotiation and influencing skills to persuasively present positions, generate agreement on solutions and recommendations, encourage compliance, build consensus and resolve issues with tact and diplomacy.
• You have effective oral and written communication skills to prepare information and correspondence, deliver presentations and provide advice to ministry staff and members of the public.
• You can establish effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and work in a team environment.
Research, Analysis, and Problem-solving Skills:
• you demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills to assess information, provide advice, recommendations and solutions.
• you have research skills to identify relevant case laws/precedents for Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and appeals.
Project Management and Organizational Skills:
You have:
• planning and organization skills to manage and prioritize concurrent projects to meet program objectives and deliverables.
• resource scheduling and time management skills to ensure FOI requests meet legislative timelines.