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Policy Intern

Job ID:
165342
Organization:
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Division:
Environmental Policy Division
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary
Job code:
3A007 - Policy03
Salary:
$57,454.00 - $79,511.00 Per year

Experience working in the Ontario Public Service – grow your future.

The OPS is dedicated to recruiting and advancing top talent while building a diverse public service that is reflective of Ontario's population and communities. This exciting opportunity offers recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates the opportunity to develop their careers and gain valuable work experience with one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Bring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. Working with a team of engaged professionals and dedicated leaders, you'll take the next step in your career in a dynamic environment that provides opportunities for personal growth, competitive salary, mentorship, learning and development opportunities, and work-life balance.

About the job

In the Resource Recovery Policy Branch you will support the team in providing analysis and advice on waste related files as well as support the recovering value from waste initiative that the government committed to in the Reducing Litter and Waste in Our Communities: Discussion Paper, and the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan.
This position will assist the team with various projects and policy development activities related to waste diversion including: conducting research and analysis; preparing jurisdictional reviews, stakeholder and Indigenous community engagement; correspondence; and participating on various committees and working/project groups.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit)
• Graduated within the past five years from a college or university with a diploma, degree or post-graduate certificate.

View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Indigenous Self-Identification

Analytical and Research skills:

• You can provide research support to projects and branch initiatives.
• You can gather and analyze information to support the development of recommendations and resolutions to issues.
• You can interpret and apply legislation, policies, processes and procedures.

Communication skills:

• You can prepare and present various documents, including presentations, reports, summaries.
• You can clearly and concisely communicate information and recommendations.

Interpersonal and teamwork skills:

• You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at varying levels to seek and exchange information.
• You can participate and contribute to working groups.

Planning and organizational skills:

• You are able to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects with competing deadlines.

Computer proficiency:

• You are proficient using common office productivity software (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, presentations) to draft documents and reports, prepare presentations, conduct analysis, and perform research on the internet.

Additional information:

Apply by:
Monday, July 19, 2021 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
  • 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 40 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Category:
Internships
Posted on:
Monday, June 28, 2021

Note:

  • T-ET-165342/21


Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

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