POLICY ANALYST - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Join our team!The Ministry of Energy has an exciting opportunity for an energetic and results-driven individual to conduct research and provide advice on a range of issues related to electricity distribution in Ontario.About usThe Ministry of Energys Distribution Performance & Modernization unit leads a number of ministry priorities, such as local distribution system (LDC) rate application and delivery rates analysis, LDC performance evaluation, corporate governance (including LDC consolidation), innovation and LDC business model evolution, electric vehicles, cybersecurity, and broadband.Why work for the Ontario Public ServiceThe Ontario Public Service (OPS) is one of the largest employers in the province, employing more than 60,000 people. We have a wide range of meaningful and rewarding career opportunities in communities across Ontario. We offer challenging work and competitive compensation and benefits.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 roleIn this role, you will:

• Research and collect various sources of information to support policy and program development, and participates in Branch policy/program projects as assigned
• Analyze and evaluate policy/program information and data, using quantitative analysis to synthesize data, identifies issues and trends, and prepares analytical and statistical reports, for review/action
• Prepare a range of draft analyses, policy/program reports, and briefing materials for use by senior management
• Liaise with other branches/ministries to discuss research and exchange information, and responds to inquiries from other ministries, levels of government, community groups and agencies
• Provide advice for operational staff and regional offices regarding the interpretation of ministry policy to address and resolve local issues

How do I qualifyTechnical Knowledge

• You have knowledge of program and policy development principles and government decision-making processes
• You have knowledge of program analysis/evaluation techniques to evaluate and assess policies and programs and report on the effectiveness of policy, and contribute to recommendations for policy change

Interpersonal and Consultation Skills

• You have consultation skills to exchange information, discuss issues, gain support, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• You have interpersonal skills and diplomacy in researching client issues, responding with discretion to external information requests, and to liaise with stakeholders

Analytical, Research and Problem-Solving Skills

• You can identify and evaluate several sources of data for research purposes, prepare statistical and other quantitative analyses, and design, organize, and present research findings
• You can plan and conduct research studies, evaluate policies and programs in other jurisdictions, identify trends, directions, best practices, and assess application to provincial/ministry policy and programs
• You can identify stakeholder issues, define the problem and examine all options, and provide recommendations to support policies developed by senior staff
• You can prepare and update materials to respond to policy and program related issues, providing advice to ministry staff and senior management

Communication and Computer Skills:

• You have oral and written communications to respond to information requests, write reports, prepare meaningful analyses, draft correspondence, briefing notes and policy documents for submissions, and prepare a range of communications materials
• You can prepare briefing notes and presentation materials
• You have experience using a variety of computer software applications such as spreadsheets, project scheduling and internet to research and prepare materials, and to develop-line communications such as news bulletins

Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 77 Grenville St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of OntarioUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Policy and AnalysisPosted on: Friday, July 15, 2022Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• 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.
• W-ES-183634/22

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