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Senior Policy Advisor
Organization:
Ministry of Finance
Division:
Government Business Enterprise Division
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
6A007 - Policy06
Salary:
$74,136.00 - $109,246.00 Per Year
The Cannabis Policy Unit (CPU), Ministry of Finance, is responsible for leading and coordinating the development of government policy and financial analysis related to the provincial wholesale and distribution system for recreational cannabis. CPU also provides advice on cannabis policy related to online retail and private cannabis retail stores in Ontario and manages the accountability and oversight relationship between the government and the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS).
We are always interested in making the Cannabis Policy Unit a more inclusive place of work, better reflecting the people of Ontario. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to consider applying for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this role, you will:
- Propose policy options for issues related to cannabis retail and distribution policy and implementation
- Lead policy research studies and analyses, and evaluate the results of public polling and stakeholder consultations
- Lead multi-disciplinary and cross-organizational teams and develop recommendations while addressing multiple perspectives
- Support the management of the financial, policy, program and accountability relationship between the ministry and agencies (e.g., Ontario Cannabis Retail Corporation)
- Provide strategic policy advice and expertise to senior management, stakeholders, agencies and Cabinet Committees regarding policy and regulatory issues impacting the cannabis sector
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders
- Provide financial analysis to assess economic/commercial impacts on the cannabis sector, and assess impacts and feasibility of policy and program options and operations in relation to the market
How do I qualify?
Leadership, Project Management and Analytical Skills:
- You are able to lead projects and staff in the development of strategies and approaches
- You demonstrate strong risk/issues management skills
- You can assess the impact of proposed policies, model options and regulatory requirements
- You are able to analyze sensitive and contentious issues, and resolve conflicting demands
Technical Experience and Knowledge:
- You have an understanding of the current cannabis retail industry, federal and provincial cannabis legislation and regulations, policies and practices, and provincial agency roles and responsibilities within the system
- You are familiar with government decision-making, policy, legislation and regulation development/approval processes
- You are able to plan and lead province-wide policy development, have an understanding of the economics of regulated retail markets and can provide financial analysis and advice related to cannabis revenue
Communication and Relationship Management Skills:
- You can express your ideas and thoughts clearly and concisely
- You are comfortable presenting material and ideas to senior management
- You have strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and partnerships across the province
- You demonstrate strong negotiation, influencing and consensus-building skills
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 375 University Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation Group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Schedule:
6
Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Monday, May 10, 2021
Note:
- C-FN-162968/21
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All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 25, 2021 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing.
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.
