Director, Internal Audit - Old Toronto, Canada - Fonction publique de l'Ontario

Description

Apply By: Friday, May 31, :59 pm EDT

Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management

Organization:

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario

Division:

Corporate Services Division / Internal Audit and Risk Management Branch

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horseracing, and private cannabis retail sectors in Ontario, in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.
The Corporate Services Division of the AGCO is seeking a Director of Internal Audit and Risk Management (Director) . Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Director is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the execution of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Internal Audit, and Emergency Management functions. The position plans, obtains buy-in, and directs activities to grow and mature these functions. The Director supports the AGCO's governance framework and assists the C-suite and Board in fulfilling their oversight responsibilities. Issues often have commission-wide impact, involve multiple stakeholders, and require complex analysis and the ability to weigh the possible outcomes of various approaches. In addition, this position is responsible for identifying opportunities for continuous improvement to meet AGCO, Branch, and Divisional objectives, best practices, and legislative requirements.
*Work Location: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

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.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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, the successful candidate will:

• Provide strategic leadership and advice to the C-Suite, Senior Management, and business areas on all aspects of Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Emergency Management.
  
• Lead, innovate, and execute risk management, internal audit, and emergency management strategies aligned with AGCO priorities. Develop and implement frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with industry best practices and Ontario Public Service (OPS) directives.
  
• Lead the development and implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program to support risk governance and management across the organization.
  
• Develop the AGCO Risk Register/Profile and report the results to the Board and the Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG).
  
• Develop a new agency-wide risk management program, including the creation of mandatory learning for all staff, people leaders, and executives, as well as new ERM leads for each division and quarterly divisional risk registers.
  
• Facilitate C-Suite discussions on the agency's top-level risks, including the controls, strategies, and action plans to address these risks.
  
• Direct the development and execution of the Strategic Risk-Based Audit and Evaluation Plan and report the results of audit and evaluation engagements.
  
• Evaluate business strategies, policies, and standards, providing meaningful insights based on knowledge and research to improve agency management and control processes.
  
• Lead the emergency management and business continuity planning function to ensure the agency effectively prepares for and responds to emergency events. Ensure that all mission-critical services continue to be delivered to internal stakeholders, the government, regulatory clients, and other external stakeholders.
  
• Support and monitor the AGCO Whistleblowing Compliance Program.
  
• Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and education awareness relating to risk management and business continuity for all AGCO staff.
  
• Identify and evaluate training needs in their respective branch/team to support the development of a smart risk culture at the AGCO. Support the AGCO's Enterprise Risk Management program by engaging in regular conversations related to risk management in their respective branch, and on a quarterly basis, contribute to and review the divisional risk register.

How do I qualify? The ideal candidate will have:

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field with extensive experience in a senior management capacity leading a diverse functional team.
  
• A professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA, CA, CMA, CGA, CIA, CISA) is required.
  
• In-depth knowledge of audit methodologies, governance, controls, standards, and best practices acquired through at least 10 years of experience in auditing roles (internal or external) and/or risk management.
  
• Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), auditing and control frameworks, and emergency management frameworks and principles.
  
• Strong leadership skills and political acumen with a proven ability to drive organizational change and lead a team through change and growth.
  
• Excellent time management skills to independently manage the planning and execution of several audits, special assignments, or projects in a deadline-driven environment.
  
• Experience in collaborating with various stakeholders, especially governing boards, audit committees, and senior executives, to secure buy-in and support.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

To apply to this vacancy please submit your application online at our Careers webpage located at: by May 31, 2024.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario's Human Rights Code.
Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.

Additional Information:

Address:

• 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 90 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check
• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

How to apply:

• You must submit your application using only one of the methods identified below.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad.Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements forthis job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Be sure to quote the Job ID number for this position.
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

You must submit your application using only one of the methods identified below.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tipsand tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources .

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad.Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements forthis job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

Be sure to quote the Job ID number for this position.

OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

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All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, May 31, :59 pm EDT . Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing.

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