Lead the future of data-driven transformation in government! Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights and driving meaningful change? Join our team as a Project Lead and help shape how our division uses data to deliver better outcomes.

About the job

The Data Management and Analytics Unit (DMAU) leads divisional efforts in data analytics, management, and privacy ensuring the right data reaches the right people at the right time , with the right privacy protections .

Through collaboration, DMAU promotes best practices and builds capacity to deliver timely, accurate, and accessible data that supports informed decision-making.

As part of the team, you will:

• lead data-focused transformation projects and provide expert project and change management guidance

• develop action plans based on risk analysis and strategic priorities

• advise senior leaders on project proposals, performance measures, and business improvements

• conduct and oversee research and evaluation to support data-informed decision-making

• collaborate with IT to enhance systems and tools that support data use for analysis and reporting

• create dashboards and visual reports using tools such as Power BI to support decision-making and performance tracking

• build strong relationships with internal teams, ministries, and external stakeholders

What you bring to the team

Data and business process expertise

You have:

• experience applying data management practices, tools, and governance

• understanding of technology-enabled solutions that address evolving business requirements

• the ability to lead the design and implementation of integrated business and management processes

• proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools, such as Power BI

Project leadership and change management

You have:

• proven ability to lead complex projects and guide teams through change

• skills in planning, execution, and delivering results aligned with strategic priorities

• experience creating and executing work against project schedules

Strategic analysis and problem-solving

You can:

• evaluate processes, conduct risk assessments, and develop actionable recommendations

• demonstrate judgment, political acuity, and strategic thinking

• interpret and apply policy, procedures and legislation

Stakeholder engagement and communication

You are skilled at:

• writing clear and concise documents, such as briefing notes and executive correspondence

• simplifying complex information into actionable formats

• delivering engaging presentations and facilitating discussions tailored to diverse audiences, including senior leadership

• building relationships with internal and external partners to support collaboration

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information

Address:

• 3 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 101 Bloor St W, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Fingerprint Based), Credit History Check, Driver's License History, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS, Social Networking Search

Compensation Group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Schedule:

6

Category:

Policy and Analysis

Posted on:

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Note:

• About security checks:
• A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
• If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
• Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
• 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.

How to apply:

1. You must apply online by visiting www.ontario.ca/careers. You must enter the job id number in the Job ID search field to locate the job ad.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember:

The deadline to apply is Friday, October 3, 2025 11:59 pm EDT . Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.

Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .