Senior Policy Advisor

Bring your expertise in recordkeeping, access and privacy policy development and implementation, and strong consultation and stakeholder management skills to the Enterprise Recordkeeping, Access & Privacy Branch of the Information Privacy and Archives (IPA) Division. The IPA is looking for a results-oriented, dynamic and experienced professional to lead initiatives related to the transformation of recordkeeping, access and privacy across the Ontario Public Service (OPS).

The Ministry
The Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery (MPBSD) delivers vital programs, services and products including consumer protection and public safety, access to government information, internal business services and employee inclusion and accessibility to strengthen government and enhance the quality of life for families and individuals living in Ontario.

Why work for the Ontario Public Service

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:
•Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• We provide on-the-job training to support your success in the role.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role you will:
• provide leadership, policy expertise, and program support in the development, analysis and implementation of legislation and corporate policies related to recordkeeping, access to information, and privacy protections.
• identify, research, and analyze contentious and emerging policy issues and best practices in Ontario to evaluate applicability
• provide strategic advice and policy expertise to support recordkeeping, access and privacy stakeholders from across the OPS
• lead, participate, and consult with OPS stakeholders to assess the implications of policy and related guidance and proposals

How do I qualify?

Technical Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of policy development and analysis to lead and participate in the development of options and strategies
• You have demonstrated knowledge of information management, recordkeeping, access and privacy theory and practices, international records management standards and concepts and electronic recordkeeping practices
• You are able to apply and interpret the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), Archives and Recordkeeping Act (ARA), and related legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines to lead the development and implementation of a range of recordkeeping, access and privacy initiatives
• You have knowledge of the issues management and approval process and procedures
• You are able to understand and interpret relevant legislation

Communication, Consultation, and Presentation Skills:

• You can provide strategic advice and policy expertise to stakeholders
• You are able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• You have written and oral communication skills to prepare various materials and deliver presentations and briefings
• You have stakeholder management, relationship building and collaborative skills to develop and maintain relationships, and participate on various internal and external committees

Analytical, Research, and Problem Solving Skills:

• You can plan and undertake research and analysis that integrates qualitative and quantitative data/information
• You can analyze ministry policy proposals to identify Information Management and IT business implications
• You can identify and evaluate emerging issues, changes, and trends in Information Management and IT that impact government policy directions

Leadership and Facilitation Skills:

• You can provide program support to ministry executives responsible for legislation governing information management, provincial information access and privacy, and recordkeeping
• You have experience enabling or leading transformative change

Other Skills:

• You have political acuity to deal with sensitive information
• You are able to develop and deliver training to address specific needs of stakeholders

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 Thursday, September 29, 2022 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.