Emergency Management Program Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Treasury Board Secretariat

Treasury Board Secretariat

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Emergency Management Ontario (EMO), Treasury Board Secretariat, is expanding to meet the future needs of Ontarians and Indigenous Peoples. Come join our team as an Emergency Management Program Coordinator in the Indigenous Engagement and Support Programs Unit.

About the Position

This position leads, coordinates, and provides senior-level support and expertise to the development, maintenance, and implementation of progressive and comprehensive emergency management programs for a specific functional area (i.e., Indigenous programs) in compliance with legislation, emergency plans, agreements, and emergency management policies.

Working within the Indigenous Engagement and Support Programs Unit, this position helps to ensure that culturally appropriate emergency management (EM) supports for Indigenous communities are considered in the design and implementation of provincial emergency management programs, plans and response activities.

The position also supports provincial EM coordination with Indigenous communities, the federal government, and other communities, and establishes linkages with existing programs across ministries (e.g., social services, health, transportation, etc.).

About Emergency Management Ontario

EMO is responsible for the promotion, development, implementation and maintenance of effective emergency management programs throughout Ontario and for the coordination of these programs with the federal government.

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NOTE:
This position is located at 25 Morton Shulman Ave.

in Toronto, Ontario, on a Hybrid Remote Work model (3 days in office); however, alternate work arrangements may be available.

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.

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 collaboratively to plan and develop programs that aid in the ongoing efficient and effective delivery of progressive and comprehensive emergency management activities within Ontario, specifically considering and incorporating perspectives of Indigenous communities, including, but not limited to, Indigenous law, governance models, worldview, practices (i.e., consensus-based decision

- making), history and treaty rights

Develop annual work plans and special initiatives to meet all strategic planning goals and targets
Ensure the effectiveness of policies and guidelines by identifying policy needs, developing policy proposals/drafts and coordinating policy integration
Conduct or lead research studies to ensure programs and policies remain relevant and current
Coordinate the execution and monitoring of multiple, related projects directed toward strategic, business, or organizational objectives
Develop and implement information programs on emergency management, including publications, and training materials
Lead and/or coordinate communication activities in support of emergency management planning
Assist in, and advise on, the design, development, and conduct of emergency management exercises
As required, provide expertlevel support to provincial emergency management response within an emergency operations centre
Oversee the daily activities of program staff

Note:
Travel may be required on occasion

How do I qualify?:

Research, Analytical and Project Management Skills:

You have knowledge of research principles and techniques, and project management techniques to plan, design/conceptualize and lead/conduct research projects/studies
You are able to maintain knowledge to ensure programs and policies are able to respond to current trends and issues
You have knowledge of risk management techniques to identify and recommend areas to focus on for the development of plans, and mitigation/prevention strategies, conduct risk assessments and respond to emergencies

Emergency Management Knowledge and Skills:

You have knowledge of theory, principles, policies, and practices related to emergency management (EM), including preparedness, prevention, mitigation, response, recovery, and resiliency
You are able to provide expertise and advice regarding program and policy development
You have knowledge of emergency management policies and practices related to Indigenous EM programs

**Communication and Interpersonal Sk