- Provide professional, technical and administrative support to the delivery of the Emergency Management and Health & Safety programs.
- Support the development of policies, procedures and emergency management and Health & Safety programs across the Ministry.
- Provide support in the progressive evolution of the emergency management and Health & Safety continuity of operations and public safety program.
- Knowledge of legislation, regulations and policies governing emergency response (e.g. Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, Forest Fire Prevention Act, Order-in- Council orders).
- Strategic planning, project management, system design or business improvement skills to support long-term goals of the organization and recognize potential long-term impacts of proposed program policies and processes.
- Knowledge of issues, trends and theories relating to emergency management and business continuity/continuity of operations.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member or independently with limited supervision, making decisions to determine the type of data/information necessary for assessing a plan, and providing advice and recommendations of planning or policy options.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, conduct assessments, and contribute to the development of corporate and operational emergency protocol.
- Ability to work in fast paced, emergency response environments supporting the Ministry's response to its Order-in-Council natural hazard emergency responsibilities (i.e. wildland fire, flood, etc.)
- Knowledge of manual and computer-based research, data management and file management techniques to provide analytical support.
- Computer and software skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) are required to prepare reports, plan/program reviews, correspondence, issue identification, spread sheets, and e-mail.
- Ability to work remotely, from home using virtual collaboration software such as Microsoft Teams.
- Proof of eligibility to work in Canada;
- Has graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a diploma or an equivalent degree or postgraduate certificate in a relevant field of study within the last four years;
- Candidates are only eligible to participate in one MNRF 12-month placement and must not have participated in the MNRF internship program in the past.
- Are not a permanent employee in the Ontario Public Service.
Emergency Management and Health - South Porcupine, Canada - Ombudsman Ontario
Description
Are you a highly organized individual with strong administrative and planning skills? If so, consider this exciting opportunity with the Regional Operations Division of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.
We seek to recruit and advance bright talent for the future and offer professional growth, coaching and mentorship through our internship program.
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