Toronto Urban Fellow Research Associate - City of Toronto

City of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job ID: 46547

Job Category:
Policy, Planning & Research

Division & Section:
People & Equity, People Experience

Work Location:
Various

Job Type & Duration:
Full-time, Temporary (12 Months) vacancies

Salary:
$78,429
, CT2192, Wage Grade 5.5 (Sep 1, 2024 rate)

Shift Information:
Monday to Friday, 35 Hours per week

Affiliation:
Non-Union

Number of Positions Open:17

Posting Period:
May 1, 2024 to May 21, 2024

Toronto is Canada's largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people.

Consistently ranked one of the world's most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture.

Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as Toronto Urban Fellows, Research Associate within our various divisions.

The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a position and progressive workforce reflecting the citizens we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

The City of Toronto encourages all applicants and employees to bring their whole self and allow your identity and lived experience to inform how you contribute to your work, daily practice and, ultimately, the success of the City.

Job Summary:

To provide research, analysis and project support related to social, economic or public policy, urban affairs and government services as part of the Toronto Urban Fellows program.

Major Responsibilities:

Assists senior staff in analyzing corporate and/or operational policy issues, formulating research objectives and designing and developing research projects from an interdisciplinary perspective
Applies an understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
Provides research support and conducts project research in a number of areas including corporate policy development, intergovernmental relations, government practices and procedures, civic engagement, and performance monitoring systems
Develops and implements data collection instruments and research methods
Reviews and analyzes statistical data, external reports and research studies, and existing and proposed policies
Assists senior staff in identifying options, assessing implications and developing implementation strategies on project work
Conducts analysis and assesses impacts of government policy, legislative and budgetary proposals, from all orders of government
Prepares background studies and briefing notes for projects and assignments, as required
Provides support as required in the preparation of reports, briefing material and presentations
Liaises with program staff and external organizations during the course of research and analysis
Demonstrates an understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion and is able to use this knowledge and/or lived experience to inform work, research and projects
Strong understanding of the lived realities of people from equity deserving groups
Performs other related duties as assigned

Key Qualifications:

Recently completed graduate level education, (within the past three years, not earlier than January 2021), at a Master's level or greater, including LLB/JD.
Minimum one year work experience in social, economic or public policy, urban affairs, government services, the management of complex organizations or related discipline.
Experience utilizing project management skills and implementing complex projects.
Experience facilitating project related public consultation meetings and/or supporting stakeholder engagement processes.
Experience in research, analysis and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data.
Experience with preparing detailed documents, such as project plans, research proposals, reports or policies.
Academic and/or work experience in areas such as Finance, Accounting or Information and Technology is considered an asset but not necessary.
Excellent strategic thinking skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a variety of community and sector organizations, all City service areas, residents, representatives from various levels of government, elected officials and other related stakeholders.
Sound judgement and ability to handle matters of a confidential/sensitive nature.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid work permit that allows you to work for the City of Toronto.

Cover Letter Requirements:

Please organize your cover letter into the three sections indicated below and include the requested information

Section 1:
My Contribution and Expectations

With reference to your education, experience and professional goals, indicate what you expect to contribute to and gain from the Toronto Urban Fellows program, if selected

Section 2:
My Interest