POLICY ADVISOR - RESOURCE REVENUE SHARING - Jobs in Peterborough, ON

Job Description

This position is located at 300 Water Street, Peterborough, however all alternate work arrangements including telework (remote work) in Ontario, may be considered.A job information session will be held using Microsoft TEAMS on September 1, 2022 from 12-1 pm. To request meeting coordinates please contact Ruth Miles at ruth.miles@ontario.ca.Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to take your well-developed research and analytical skills to the next level If so, consider this challenging opportunity where you will participate in policy, program and issue analysis and lead assigned projects in support of major policy development initiatives.About the BranchThe Strategic and Indigenous Policy Branch provides leadership on cross-cutting policy files, supports decision-making and priority-setting at Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), evaluates and reports on policy outcomes, and ensures the rights and interests of Indigenous peoples are recognized, reflected and, where appropriate, accommodated in natural resources policy.About the SectionThe Land Claims and Treaties Section supports complex negotiation and litigation files and is the ministry lead for policy-based Resources Revenue sharing with Indigenous communities and organizations.Why work for the Ontario Public ServiceThe Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role

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 Ontarios 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

• Research initiatives and undertake projects to develop options related to Resource Revenue Sharing (RRS) with Indigenous organizations and communities
• Undertake policy and issue coordination and analysis and participate in the development of policy/program recommendations
• Participate in policy assignments and develop viable recommendations
• Provide advice and analysis to senior management regarding policy and program issues
• Provide support for senior staff, participate in consultations with other ministries, Cabinet Office and stakeholders to advance the policy agenda
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and consultation frameworks with senior staff
• Prepare presentations and briefing materials for senior levels of staff
• Maintain awareness of policy, business and economic trends and briefs senior management

How do I qualifySpecialized Knowledge and Skills:

• You have knowledge of policy development principles.
• You have knowledge of program analysis and evaluation techniques.
• You have knowledge of social, economic, legal and political issues underlying Indigenous policy development.

Research and Analytical Skills:

• You can identify and assess issues requiring policy or program response, develop options, and make recommendations.
• You have research and analytical skills to evaluate trends, conduct research and assist with the development of policies and strategies.
• You can synthesize information and materials to prepare comprehensive briefing materials and reports and present research findings.

Relationship Management, Consultation and Facilitation Skills:

• You can establish effective working relationships and partnerships with internal/external stakeholders.
• You have consultation skills to contribute to policy working groups, and to exchange information, discuss issues, and gain support.
• You have facilitation skills to work with inter-jurisdictional policy teams in identifying potential issues and problems and contributing to formulation of solutions.

Communication Skills:

• You have written communication skills to prepare draft policy papers, reports, correspondence, briefing notes, and materials using standard computer applications.
• You have presentation skills to provide advice on policy development and approval processes to senior staff and external stakeholders.

Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region

Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of OntarioUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Policy and AnalysisPosted on: Thursday, August 25, 2022Note:

• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• E-NR-185808/22

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