Business Planner, Office of The Commissioner of - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Community Housing

Toronto Community Housing

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job #:

7642

Division:

Strat Planning & Stakeholder Relations

Vacancy Type:

Full-time Permanent

Affiliation:

Non-Union:
Management & Exempt

Contract Length:
Grade:

07
- # of Vacancies:

1

Salary/Hourly:

100, ,514.00

Work Details (Days/hours):

36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Posted Date:

3/13/23

Existing or New:

Existing

Deadline to Apply:

3/27/23

Make a difference

Reporting to the Commissioner of Housing Equity, the Business Planner develops and supports initiatives, and manages projects that further the Office of the Commissioner of Housing Equity (OCHE) and Toronto Community Housing's strategic goals in a manner that supports TCHC's tenant focused culture.

They are responsible for coordinating a variety of projects, ranging from the delivery of the OCHE and TCHC's Strategic Plan, to administration of the Policy Management Framework, to special projects involving company-wide process changes.

They are responsible for coordinating and tracking shareholder and service manager requirements. They are responsible for identifying emerging problems and proposing solutions to senior management and the executive team.

The work environment is fast-paced and collegial, and the Business Planner is expected to be solution-focused and collaborative, and to exercise sound judgment at all times.

What you'll do

Develop and implement strategic initiatives:
Plan, co-ordinate, communicate, monitor, and report on the implementation of strategic initiatives
Ensure initiatives are delivered in accordance with internal, shareholder, or other requirements
Consult with teams across business units as appropriate
Develop, project manage and support review of organizational performance by senior management: review and analyze performance measurement results and progress updates on divisional work
Develop recommendations to improve business processes
Advice on improvements of performance measures and reporting as appropriate
Provide support for managing relationships with the shareholder and the service manager by coordinating strategic initiatives and fulfilling reporting requirements:
Monitor, track, and verify all reporting requirements from the Shareholder
Build relationships with City staff to collaborate on joint projects and annual reporting process
Consult and collaborate with other business units and executive leadership as appropriate to gain their feedback on content areas
Coordinate joint initiatives with the service manager (Shelter, Support and Housing Administration, City of Toronto) and other City divisions
Project manage the delivery of key internal change projects stemming from City of Toronto policy changes or Council motions, including changes to policies, procedures and business processes
Consult with relevant internal and external stakeholders on the development of new policies and procedures
Project manage the development and implementation of new policies and procedures as necessary
Collaborate with Strategic Communications and Learning & Organizational Development to develop an implementation plan for newly developed policies and procedures
In partnership with other divisions, coordinate and monitor staff learning initiatives and management meetings related to policies and procedures
Develop reports, papers, briefing notes, and presentations for internal use and to communicate to stakeholders:
Create reports for the executive leadership and Board of Directors on matters including policy, strategic planning, performance measures, evaluation, strategic initiatives, sector relations and other areas and provides advice and expertise to the business unit on improving Board report
Help other business units understand the board approval process
Write reports for the board as required

What you'll need

A combination of postsecondary education in Business Administration or other relevant field (e.g. Public Policy, Commerce, Law, Communications, Social Policy)
A graduate degree in business administration or other relevant field is preferred (e.g. Public Policy, Commerce, Law, Communications, Social Policy)
57 years of experience (work or coop) in a large public corporate environment in one or more of the following areas: policy analysis or development, performance measurement systems, strategic planning, creation and monitoring of accountability systems
Proven ability to analyze and interpret data, prepare reports and statements
Proven ability to interact effectively with and engage a variety of stakeholders including: staff, tenants, business partners and community groups
Excellent project management, conflict resolution and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
Working knowledge of Toronto Community Housing's operations, policies and procedures and relevant legislation that is applicable to Toront