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Communications Transformation Analyst
Organization:
Treasury Board Secretariat
Division:
Communications Branch
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary up to 12 months
Job Code:
5A008 - ProgPlanEval05
Salary:
$65,401.00 - $94,239.00 Per Year
Do you get excited when you think about the possibilities of transforming communications services? Would you be proud to play a key role in an ambitious project to make a communications branch a best-in-class organization? Have you ever wondered if there are ways to maximize data analytics to make communications as much a science as an art? Do you hear about best practices and think, “Hey, we should do that here!” If so, then we should talk.
The Treasury Board Secretariat is a fast-paced central agency of government, committed to leading the province's efforts on accountability, openness and modernization. With our diverse lines of business and pan-government viewpoint, no two days are the same!
We are looking for an enthusiastic, resourceful and curious self-starter to act as our first ever Communications Transformation Analyst. Broadly speaking, the position will be responsible for:
• strategically leading and coordinating a range of innovative research and analytical services
• driving the transformation and modernization of communications branch services and processes
• acting as a steward of branch data management and analysis
• acting as a hub of information and expertise to support complex, high-profile, transformative, multi-ministry initiatives and communications activities
What can I expect to do in this role?
You will:
• conduct foundational qualitative and quantitative research (e.g. traditional/social media and jurisdictional scans and analysis, client/target audience surveys, web analytics, subject matter expert interviews, focus groups, communications audits)
• make recommendations on the adoption of industry best practices in communications/public relations within both public and private sectors
• lead, conduct, analyze and report on the performance evaluation of communications projects and initiatives
• drive the incorporation of data-driven insights into communications strategy
• investigate and make recommendations on the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and return on investment (ROI) for communications activities
• research, design, write and edit a variety of materials to support the development and execution of evidence-based communications strategies
How do I qualify?
Technical Expertise
• You have extensive knowledge of and demonstrated skills in research and analysis using a broad range of information sources, in order to provide accurate environmental assessment, source best practices and develop recommendations.
• You have strong knowledge of environmental media and social media scanning and research techniques.
• You are familiar with principles/have experience with the use of data analytics to support decision making (e.g. data mining, exploratory and confirmatory data analysis, predictive and text analytics).
• You demonstrate strong writing and editing skills to produce communications presentations and products of the highest standard.
• You have superior presentation skills to articulate information and provide counsel, and to influence and negotiate with a wide range of audiences.
Relationship Management, Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
• You have effective conflict management and consensus building skills to ensure the effective delivery of communications counsel and advice to the Minister, Deputy Minister, and other senior managers.
• You have leadership and motivational skills to ensure the professional and timely delivery of communications advice and services.
• You have excellent communication, consultative, interpersonal and client service skills to provide advice to officials at all levels.
• You demonstrate strong initiative and work ethic to identify opportunities for service modernization and transformation, and to lead projects from conception to completion.
Analytical, Problem-Solving and Planning Skills
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret and assess the relevance of a broad range of information, to resolve issues, and to identify communications opportunities and trends.
• You can use environmental scans (political, media, economic, social) to make recommendations to inform the development of evidence-based strategic communications plans.
• You can use recognized methods of data analytics to support decision making (e.g. data mining, exploratory and confirmatory data analysis, predictive and text analytics).
• You have excellent organizational and planning skills to independently deal with conflicting demands, tight deadlines and urgent priorities.
• You demonstrate political acuity and sound judgment.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, Toronto Region, General Screening Requirement
Compensation Group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Schedule:
6
Category:
Communications; Marketing and Creative Services
Posted on:
Friday, December 1, 2017
Note:
- In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), HR Service Delivery Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional screening checks as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening/Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service.)
A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential. - T-TB-115274/17
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, December 15, 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.
