Apply By: Friday, June 12, 2015 11:59 pm EDT
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Economic Specialist

Job ID:
78078
Organization:
Ministry of Finance
Division:
Taxation Policy Division
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Permanent
Job code:
6A007 - Policy06
Salary:
$67,590.00 - $99,600.00 Per year

An exciting opportunity exists with the Personal Tax Policy and Design Branch within the Benefits Policy Unit where you will provide input on benefit policy development process and analyze relevant aspects of the tax and benefit system.

About the job

You will:
• research, analyze and develop benefit policy options
• prepare briefing notes and presentations for senior management
• analyze available data in supporting policy analysis
• develop strategies and policy options for review
• liaise with federal and provincial counterparts, other ministries and government agencies to discuss benefit policy

What you bring to the team


Technical Expertise:

• you have knowledge of macroeconomic theory and principles and quantitative/qualitative techniques
• you have knowledge of tax and benefit policy development processes and policy direction
• you are proficient with personal computers and computer applications

Research and Analytical Skills:

• you have demonstrated knowledge and experience in statistical and quantitative methods including conceptual and analytical skills
• you can analyze complex issues and provide information and advice
• you are able to plan and carry out projects to deadlines

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• you can effectively convey results of analysis, proposed strategies and options in a clear and concise manner
• you can prepare and present material to senior management
• you have demonstrated interpersonal and team building skills

Additional information:

Apply by:
Friday, June 12, 2015 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
  • 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Category:
Finance and Economics
Posted on:
Friday, May 29, 2015

Note:

  • T-FN-78078/15


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