Integrated Planning and Policy Advisor - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Job Opening

Non Union

Job Title:

Integrated Planning and Policy Advisor
Job Opening Id:
38330

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# Required:

1
Business Unit:
Community Services

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Division:

Homelessness Services & Community Engagement
Location:
Headquarters Campbell East

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Standard Hours:

/ week
Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

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Regular/Temporary:

Temporary
Salary Grade:
4

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Salary Range:

- $ 67, $ 79,200.

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Post Date:
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Close Date:

Division:

Homelessness Services & Community Engagement

Important Notices & Amendments:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements including hybrid work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

Where operational needs align, and while ensuring business requirements and customer service expectations are achieved, employees may have an opportunity to work within a hybrid model, combining working from home and working in the office.

Temporary Duration:

Approximate Duration:
months

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Compliance and Community Engagement, the Integrated Planning and Policy Representative is responsible for providing strategic advice and delivering on strategic initiatives and projects across the Community Services Department.

This includes researching, developing, analyzing plans and programs to respond to community needs; leading initiatives for human service integration and other related program planning and delivery; developing cross functional and community linkages to ensure that approaches and programs align with Regional goals and Provincial/ Federal objectives.

Education:

Requires a Post-Secondary Degree in a Public/Business Administration, Social Sciences, Human Services or related degree

Knowledge:

At least 5 years of experience within a Human/Social Services environment, preferable in government environment
At least 3 years' experience in conducting primary and secondary research including evaluation
Experience with policy or program based initiatives that involve diverse internal and external stakeholders
Project management experience an asset
Strong knowledge of change management and engagement approaches and processes
Superior analytical, evaluation and planning skills to conduct program and policy analysis to address complex business issues
Project Management Certification and/or Public Engagement Certification is preferred

Responsibilities:

**_ Consults on and implements key strategic departmental initiatives aligned with Community Services' strategic plan, p