The Job

Do you have the skills needed to support system-level planning in the context of Long-Term Care? Are you collaborative and interested in working across ministries and sectors to develop impactful initiatives? If so, consider this exciting opportunity to identify and respond to a range of policy, program and impact issues with the Ministry of Long-Term Care. This is an opportunity to contribute to designing and implementing integrated, person-centered policies and initiatives in the context of system-level planning.

The Ministry

The Ministry is working to ensure every long-term care resident experiences the best possible quality of life, supported by safe, high-quality care. The System Planning and Partnership Division provides strategic leadership with a cross-sectoral approach, and in collaboration with various health system and other partners.

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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 job, you will:

• Support all aspects of policy and program development and evaluation
• Contribute to the development of policy and program materials to inform senior management decision making
• Support the development of Long-Term Care programs and the ministry's strategic and operational priorities
• Support consultations with internal and external stakeholders on policy and program development and implementation;
• Conduct research and analysis, and provide reporting on best practices and barriers related to Long-Term Care policies and programs;
• Support the development and preparation of briefing notes, contentious issues notes, Cabinet and Treasury Board submission and provide input on communications materials

How do I qualify?

Policy Analysis Expertise

• You have knowledge of policy and legislative processes
• You have experience in using policy and research tools, methods and techniques

Research, Evaluation and Analytical Skills

• You can undertake research and analysis that contributes to the development of innovative policies, programs, strategies and implementation plans
• You demonstrate sound judgment, sensitivity and a high degree of political acuity
• You can assess the effectiveness of policies/programs against Ministry initiatives and goals
• You can interpret and apply policy, procedures and legislation

Relationship Management and Facilitation Skills

• You have expertise in creating and managing stakeholder relationships
• You can consult and provide appropriate advice on policies, standards and programs to stakeholders

Communication Skills

• You can respond to issues, provide recommendations and prepare reports using standard computer software
• You can create, lead and present research findings to senior management

Additional Information:

Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
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