Full-Time Advisor, Policy
Job Description
Advisor, Policy
Health Services, Health Strategy, Planning and Partnerships
Status: Contract Full Time; Duration: 13 Months
Salary Range: $100,172 – $125,213 per annum, plus comprehensive benefits
Work mode: Hybrid* – on-site work based on operational needs
Location: 7120 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Who we are: In collaboration with our partners, we provide a system perspective and specialized supports to achieve Regional and Health Services priorities and health program outcomes.
What you will do in this role:
- Provide expert advice and leadership to conceptualize, develop, implement strategies and tactical plans to manage issues related to healthy public policy
- Build internal and partner competency and capacity to lead through change and transformation Conduct research, develop, and advocate for policies that support health
- Evaluate and provide feedback on government policies at all levels that could impact health
- Communicate and encourage the adoption of essential policies and strategic initiatives
- Foster and sustain positive relationships with internal teams, corporate partners, and external stakeholders
- Collaborate on partnerships for resource and information exchange; participate in special projects, task forces, and other initiatives.
- Analyze issues and formulate approaches to develop policies that align with organizational objectives
- Support cross divisional initiatives and department-wide strategies
- Monitor the development of plan and reports for quality of policy analysis and use of evidence and take necessary actions
- Carry out additional responsibilities as needed
What the role requires:
- Masters degree in public health, political studies, public policy or a related discipline or Masters degree in a social science or health-related discipline together with training and experience in health policy or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Familiarity with policy analysis and public policy processes;
- Experience in delivering public presentations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Skills/Abilities:
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate with senior managers, government officials, health professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Capability to think conceptually and strategically, providing expert advice to support both strategic and operational goals.
- Adaptability to work effectively in diverse situations and with various individuals and groups.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Nice to Have:
- Experience with evidence-informed policy development
- Experience or knowledge of health equity
- Proficiency in research techniques related to public health policy
- Experience or knowledge in public consultation and facilitation
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays (non-union)
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing (non-union)
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance (non-union/ where applicable)
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Learning and development resources
Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you’ll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the 7120 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON worksite. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve over time.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
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