Policy Advisor - Toronto, Canada - Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Market Housing Policy Branch is looking to recruit four Policy Advisors who enjoy problem-solving and excel in stakeholder liaison, strategic policy development, and coordination.

If you are interested in making an impact on market housing, residential and commercial tenancies, and the surplus government lands landscape within the Province of Ontario, please consider this exciting opportunity

About the Branch
The Market Housing Policy Branch leads policy development and initiatives that support rental and ownership housing.

The branch is responsible for the regulatory framework for the rental housing sector that protects tenants and encourages proper maintenance and investment.

It leads the government's work on market housing issues, including supply and affordability, and leverages surplus government properties to create more housing.

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What can I expect to do in this role?: Working as part of the Market Housing Policy Branch team, you will:

Lead and/or participate in developing policy, programs and legislation/regulation
Lead, plan, and coordinate specialized policy research and studies
Liaise with ministry and external stakeholders to consult, evaluate and respond to issues
Serve as key policy contact and articulate Ministry policy positions
Provide advice and input to support government communications and decisionmaking

How do I qualify?:

Policy Development Skills:

You have knowledge of policy and program principles and techniques and experience developing policies, legislation and regulations
You have the ability to analyze and provide input regarding policy and program development and implementation
You have demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the government decisionmaking process and accountability frameworks

Technical Knowledge Skills:

You have knowledge of key government commitments and key stakeholder positions related to emerging housing issues

Communication, Consultation and Presentation Skills:

You can prepare complex policy and program proposals, briefing notes, correspondence and reports, and business cases
You have advisory and negotiation skills to provide advice to management, build consensus and present/convey complex issues to Senior Management and stakeholders
You have knowledge of consultation and communications principles, methods, strategies and issues to lead/participate in consultations

Research, Analytical and Project Management Skills:

You have knowledge and experience using research methods and techniques such as qualitative/ quantitative analysis and environmental scans
You can evaluate and monitor the financial and economic analysis and assessment of a broad range of issues
You can assess the effectiveness of policies/programs against Ministry initiatives and goals
You can design, develop, and lead projects from initial concept through completion within specific timelines, address conflicting priorities and deadlines
You demonstrate sound judgment, sensitivity, and a high degree of political acuity

Additional Information:

Address:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
3 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
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Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Thursday, February 22, 2024
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 shortterm 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.