Do you possess advanced policy development and analysis experience, effective writing skills, an ability to develop persuasive presentations for a senior executive audience, excellent stakeholder relationship management skills, legislative and regulatory development experience, then you may be interested in this exciting policy position with the Realty Management Branch, Ministry of Infrastructure.
The Ministry is seeking a talented professional to support the planning and development of strategies, policies, and programs for the Government of Ontario's realty portfolio.
Take this opportunity to further advance your career and gain valuable policy and statutory development experience.
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About the job
In the Senior Policy Advisor role, you will:
• lead, coordinate and participate in the analysis and formulation of policies related to the Ministry's legislation, business directions and programs;
• support the development and implementation of strategic policy projects, legislation, and help provide agency governance related to the government's realty portfolio
• provide advice and expertise to ministry senior management, other ministries and agencies on the government's realty portfolio
• conduct policy and program review, research and analysis, risk assessment, assess the financial, social, and economic/market implications of current/proposed policies and programs
• develop presentations options/recommendations and reports, proposals, and documents for senior management, the Deputy Minister and Minister
• develop relationships on an ongoing basis with Ministry divisions/branches, other ministries/governments, key stakeholders and partners
• represent the Ministry on intra/inter-ministry committees and task forces
What you bring to the team
Policy Development Experience and Technical Knowledge:
• You have knowledge of government structure, business planning, policy development, and decision-making processes;
• You have knowledge of public administration to facilitate the policy and legislative development process, perform impact analyses on the Ministry's programs and make viable recommendations;
• You have experience leading and facilitating policy and legislative development projects and developing policy options/initiatives.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• You have superior communication skills and an ability to write in a clear and concise manner;
• You have experience in preparing Cabinet submissions, reports, analysis, recommendations, briefing/House notes, and correspondence;
• You have experience in developing legislative, policy and program proposals for senior management, policy committees and partners;
• You have a strong sense of acuity and good judgment in reflecting priorities and strategic considerations in analyses and recommendations;
• You are able to develop strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, anticipate potential issues, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Analytical and Risk Management Expertise:
• You are able to analyze statistical data, conduct environmental scans, and research/assess impacts of legislation/policies on policies and programs;
• You have knowledge of risk assessment and risk management principles to develop and assess impact of proposed options for policy/program enhancement and development.
Project Management Skills:
• You are a skilled project manager who is able to effectively plan and lead projects, co-ordinate team activities, and manage competing priorities;
• You have the ability to develop work plans, monitor deliverables, and ensure compliance with timelines and quality.