Policy Analyst

Join the Ministry of Health's Indigenous Health Policy Unit in an engaging role as an Indigenous Health Policy Analyst! In this vital position, you'll play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of Ontario's health system.

About us:
The Indigenous Health Policy Unit works with First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous partners and other government partners to improve the health outcomes of Indigenous people in Ontario. The Indigenous Health Policy Unit analyses emerging issues and trends, identifies leading practices and applies them in the health system in collaboration with partners. In addition, the Unit provides stewardship to the Indigenous health sector by building and fostering productive relationships and also advises and supports ministry partners in connecting with First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous communities and partners.

Note: The Indigenous Health Policy Unit is based in Toronto, ON, but alternative work arrangements are available for applicants in Ontario.

Want to learn more about this opportunity?
Join us for an information session on Thursday, December 21st from 9:30-10:30am where you will have a chance to find out more about the job, the team and the Branch.

Be sure you add this event to your calendar so you don't miss out!
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 231 642 181 523
Passcode: GMUw64
Download Teams |Join on the web

Join with a video conferencing device
teams@msteams.ontario.ca
Video Conference ID: 115 305 464 8
Alternate VTC instructions

If you can't make it - no problem. Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.

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 work to improve the health outcomes for Indigenous people in Ontario and build and foster productive partnerships with the Indigenous health sector by:

• Providing leadership and expertise in the research and development of health strategies, policy, regulation and legislation to improve health status, equity and productivity at the system level.
• Improving the delivery of Indigenous health services at the system level.
• Providing project leadership, strategic policy development, evidence-based policy research and analysis.
• Developing partnerships with key health system partners.

How do I qualify?

Policy Development and Research Expertise:

• You have knowledge of policy and research tools, performance management methodologies and metrics.
• You are experienced in developing and evaluating strategic policies and processes and translating policy into legislation.
• You have knowledge of policy, legislation and regulation development processes.

Healthcare Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of the Indigenous health sector, including Indigenous health issues;
• You have knowledge of Indigenous communities in Ontario.
• You have the ability to gain knowledge of healthcare quality, productivity and governance.
• You have the ability to gain knowledge of healthcare system trends, models of delivery, funding, relevant legislation and regulations, the role of the ministry, and critical issues.

Innovation, Creativity and Strategic Thinking Skills:

• You can link current action to business strategies and/or long-term perspectives.
• You can identify ways to create more value-added solutions for Indigenous communities and partners

Communication, Relationship Management and Computer Skills:

• You can prepare and present complex research analyses, detailed policy framework, speeches, briefing papers and other products.
• You can work with stakeholders and partners to achieve mutual goals, and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• You can prepare a variety of material using office software applications, and access the Internet as a research tool.

Project Management, Negotiation and Facilitation Skills:

• You can provide project planning and leadership on concurrent policy development projects.
• You can work collaboratively with team members to manage deadlines and competing priorities.

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 Friday, January 12, 2024 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.