ONTARIO WORKS POLICY & PROGRAMS ADVISOR. The Ontario Works Policy & Programs Advisor is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, analyzing and developing policy options related to the Ontario Works Act and Regulations.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Public Administration, or other relevant discipline related to the job function
- Extensive experience in interpreting and applying the Ontario Works Legislation and other legislation related to the delivery of social assistance programs in Ontario
- Considerable experience in providing policy/program development, evaluation advice and information/knowledge to management as well as supervising ad hoc policy projects
- Considerable experience conducting research required to support policy development, procedures, and best practices
- Considerable experience in preparing comprehensive reports and developing presentation material on various topics
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects, work with cross-functional teams, set clear directions and design terms of references and project plans
- Ability to provide divisional staff with clear policy direction/advice that is aligned with the Ontario Works Program to assist in local decision-making
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to apply those skills using a wide range of media with numerous stakeholders including clients, staff, community agencies, senior management and government officials/politicians
- Well-developed listening and interacting skills and demonstrated ability to work with competing demands, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Analytical and conceptual thinking skills, with an ability to monitor, and evaluate existing programs, services, business processes and training modules in order to identify best practices and opportunities to improve service delivery through technology change and business process innovations
- Strong understanding of privacy, security and auditing; how these can be reviewed, monitored and enhanced with regards to systems implementation
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity, equity and inclusion and contributing to an inclusive working environment
- Familiarity with government legislation in the area of Occupational Health & Safety
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
