CORPORATE MANAGEMENT POLICY CONSULTANT
Top Benefits
About the role
- Job ID: 57271
- Job Category: Policy, Planning & Research
- Division & Section: Office of the Chief of Staff, Governance & Corporate Strategy
- Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen St. W, Toronto
- Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary Vacancy, 12 months
- Salary: $103,431.00-$141,247.00, TM1166, Wage grade 7
- Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
- Affiliation: Non-Union
- Number of Positions Open: 1
- Posting Period: 07-AUG-2025 to 21-AUG-2025
Major Responsibilities
- Manages government-wide initiatives and projects related to government-wide policies, City services, governance and strategy.
- Leads and supports policy development and analysis related to government-wide policies, governance and accountability.
- Leads and supports governance and service reviews, identifying best practices, gaps and recommendations.
- Provides advice on governance-related matters (i.e. corporate, government, accountability) and the development of government-wide policies.
- Deals with confidential and sensitive information
- Coordinates issues management and communications for various government-wide policies, governance and strategic initiatives.
- Develops and implements detailed plans and recommends policies/procedures regarding government-wide policies.
- Conducts research related to the City’s administration, governance, accountability and public sector best practices and policies.
- Develops comprehensive reports, policy papers, and presentations for Senior Management, Council, Committees of Council, and stakeholders.
- Facilitates and enables collaborative relationships across City divisions on complex projects and initiatives with multidisciplinary staff teams.
- Supports project teams and work groups, applying project management methodologies and tracking work plans, timelines and deliverables.
- Tracks Council directives and follows up on Committee/Council recommendations for the Division.
- Maintains a thorough and continuous awareness of initiatives in the City’s administration, external organizations and other orders of government to inform policy, program/project management and reports.
- Prepares a variety of communication and briefing materials, including reports, briefing notes, presentations and speaking materials.
Key Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in public policy, planning, economics, business administration, or a related field or the approved equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
- Considerable experience in policy research and development, project management, and management practices, and the operation of government organizations.
- Considerable experience writing and presenting reports, briefings and policy papers for senior management that include strategic advice and recommendations.
- Considerable experience managing projects/initiatives or strategic and operational reviews within a large scale organization.
- Ability and experience managing confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to develop project charters/terms of reference, objectives and work plans.
- Ability to organize and coordinate staff across multiple divisions and agencies in a project environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
- Good understanding of the City’s legislative and governance framework including decision-making processes, capital and operating budget process and requirements.
- Highly developed communication skills, orally and in writing, at all organizational levels.
- Excellent strategic, analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking skills.
- Sound judgement and ability to handle matters of a sensitive nature.
- Political acumen and understanding of relationship management and building partnerships.
- Proficiency in a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite/365 (Word, Power Point, Excel, Project, Teams and Outlook).
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!
CORPORATE MANAGEMENT POLICY CONSULTANT
Top Benefits
About the role
- Job ID: 57271
- Job Category: Policy, Planning & Research
- Division & Section: Office of the Chief of Staff, Governance & Corporate Strategy
- Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen St. W, Toronto
- Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary Vacancy, 12 months
- Salary: $103,431.00-$141,247.00, TM1166, Wage grade 7
- Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
- Affiliation: Non-Union
- Number of Positions Open: 1
- Posting Period: 07-AUG-2025 to 21-AUG-2025
Major Responsibilities
- Manages government-wide initiatives and projects related to government-wide policies, City services, governance and strategy.
- Leads and supports policy development and analysis related to government-wide policies, governance and accountability.
- Leads and supports governance and service reviews, identifying best practices, gaps and recommendations.
- Provides advice on governance-related matters (i.e. corporate, government, accountability) and the development of government-wide policies.
- Deals with confidential and sensitive information
- Coordinates issues management and communications for various government-wide policies, governance and strategic initiatives.
- Develops and implements detailed plans and recommends policies/procedures regarding government-wide policies.
- Conducts research related to the City’s administration, governance, accountability and public sector best practices and policies.
- Develops comprehensive reports, policy papers, and presentations for Senior Management, Council, Committees of Council, and stakeholders.
- Facilitates and enables collaborative relationships across City divisions on complex projects and initiatives with multidisciplinary staff teams.
- Supports project teams and work groups, applying project management methodologies and tracking work plans, timelines and deliverables.
- Tracks Council directives and follows up on Committee/Council recommendations for the Division.
- Maintains a thorough and continuous awareness of initiatives in the City’s administration, external organizations and other orders of government to inform policy, program/project management and reports.
- Prepares a variety of communication and briefing materials, including reports, briefing notes, presentations and speaking materials.
Key Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in public policy, planning, economics, business administration, or a related field or the approved equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
- Considerable experience in policy research and development, project management, and management practices, and the operation of government organizations.
- Considerable experience writing and presenting reports, briefings and policy papers for senior management that include strategic advice and recommendations.
- Considerable experience managing projects/initiatives or strategic and operational reviews within a large scale organization.
- Ability and experience managing confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to develop project charters/terms of reference, objectives and work plans.
- Ability to organize and coordinate staff across multiple divisions and agencies in a project environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
- Good understanding of the City’s legislative and governance framework including decision-making processes, capital and operating budget process and requirements.
- Highly developed communication skills, orally and in writing, at all organizational levels.
- Excellent strategic, analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking skills.
- Sound judgement and ability to handle matters of a sensitive nature.
- Political acumen and understanding of relationship management and building partnerships.
- Proficiency in a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite/365 (Word, Power Point, Excel, Project, Teams and Outlook).
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!