Policy and Project Specialist - Newmarket, Canada - York Region

York Region

Verified Company

Newmarket, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Program Manager, Strategic and Operational Issues, is responsible for providing policy and program support, review, research, analysis and coordination across the Department; monitoring developments, opportunities and trends in legislation that may impact the department operations/planning or policy; provides policy and project support to the Program Manager, General Manager(s), Commissioner's Office, department management and staff; leading and executing program strategies to support Department projects associated with corporate and strategic planning; developing stakeholder relationships that foster collaboration and innovation; and developing written and electronic information materials, briefing notes, issues notes, and presentations.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides support and strategic analysis on corporate and strategic planning and performance measurements to the Program Manager, General Manager(s), Commissioner's Office and department management and staff.
Leads and coordinates various projects and crossfunctional project teams; consults with internal management and external stakeholders, and provides advice and recommendations to support project goals and objectives.
Develops and implements detailed work plans for projects and policy/program initiatives ensuring strong linkages with other internal and external stakeholders.
Gathers, synthesizes, analyzes and reviews complex data from multiple sources.
Prepares and drafts specialized briefings, briefing notes, council reports and presentations on relevant policies, processes, programs and special projects for Commissioner, General Manager(s), senior management and staff.
Assists with writing, editing and evaluating department communication materials.
Participates in and/or leads focus groups, workshops, events, etc., and facilitates discussions on Department initiatives as directed.
Coordinates input, strategies, communications, and information from local municipalities and other stakeholders, as necessary.
Maintains critical awareness of evolving issues by participating in committees and planning activities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a University Degree in Business or Public Administration, Planning or Transportation related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum three (3) years' demonstrated experience in policy, planning and project management advisory experience leading multistakeholder projects and programs in a public sector environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of research and evaluation methods, including experience interpreting and reporting statistical data, and writing detailed reports and proposals.
Demonstrated project management knowledge and experience to lead and coordinate multiple project teams including internal and external stakeholders.
Experience conducting extensive literature reviews, including the ability to summarize complex data into understandable, userfriendly, relevant explanations for a varied audience.
Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to prepare presentations, briefing notes and documents for senior management.
Ability to work efficiently and independently, to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
Ability to travel to offsite locations in a timely and efficient manner, as required.
Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.