Senior Policy Advisor
Top Benefits
About the role
Apply By: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Senior Policy Advisor
Job ID:
229927
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Health
Division:
Physician & Provider Services Division
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary ( 12 months)
Job code:
6A007 - Policy06
Salary:
$82,217.00 - $121,155.00 Per year
The Primary Health Care Branch in the Ministry of Health is looking for a policy professional who is ready to take on a leadership role. The position offers a blend of policy work, including research and analysis, program development as well as stakeholder relationship management.
About the job
You will:
- Lead and/or coordinate the development of health policies and related programs to meet ministry goals and strategic objectives and to respond to a range of policy, program and financial/economic impact issues.
- Draft policy papers and briefing documents for senior executives.
- Develop partnerships and relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide issues management and advice on handling contentious issues.
- Participate in special projects, collaborating with other units across the division and ministry.
What you bring to the team
Program and Policy Development
You have:
- Demonstrated expertise in policy and program development, including legislative and regulatory processes, to lead initiatives and provide strategic advice for provincial community programs.
- A strong understanding of socio-economic factors, healthcare legislation, and provincial strategic priorities impacting the community healthcare system.
Business Planning, Program Analysis and Evaluation Skills
You are:
- Skilled in program evaluation and operational review techniques to assess policy effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Knowledgeable in business and financial planning to ensure strategic and fiscal oversight of agencies and transfer payment recipients.
Analytical, Research and Project Management Skills
You are:
- Proficient in research and project management to lead policy initiatives, conduct qualitative/quantitative studies, analyze trends, and evaluate best practices and impacts.
- Experienced in interpreting legislation and policy frameworks to develop evidence-based recommendations and implementation plans.
- Skilled in using standard software tools for research and material preparation.
- Able to assess risks and evaluate the province-wide impact of policy changes.
Consultation, Relationship Management and Communications Skills
You have:
- Strong oral and written communication skills for preparing reports, Cabinet submissions, and briefing materials, and for representing the ministry in intergovernmental forums.
- Proven ability to lead consultations and build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across government and external partners on joint healthcare policy initiatives.
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
What we offer
The Policy and Implementation Unit (PIU) is a small team committed to strengthening Ontario's primary health care sector through the development, implementation and evaluation of health policies and programs. We provide policy expertise, research and analytical support, and work closely with stakeholders to improve access to primary health care. PIU offers a supportive working environment, where team members can continuously learn, contribute meaningfully, and grow in their roles.
Additional information:
Apply by:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 56 Wellesley St W, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Schedule 6
Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Note:
- 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.
- T-HL-229927/25
How to apply:
-
You must apply online.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
-
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
-
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.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together
Senior Policy Advisor
Top Benefits
About the role
Apply By: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Senior Policy Advisor
Job ID:
229927
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Health
Division:
Physician & Provider Services Division
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary ( 12 months)
Job code:
6A007 - Policy06
Salary:
$82,217.00 - $121,155.00 Per year
The Primary Health Care Branch in the Ministry of Health is looking for a policy professional who is ready to take on a leadership role. The position offers a blend of policy work, including research and analysis, program development as well as stakeholder relationship management.
About the job
You will:
- Lead and/or coordinate the development of health policies and related programs to meet ministry goals and strategic objectives and to respond to a range of policy, program and financial/economic impact issues.
- Draft policy papers and briefing documents for senior executives.
- Develop partnerships and relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide issues management and advice on handling contentious issues.
- Participate in special projects, collaborating with other units across the division and ministry.
What you bring to the team
Program and Policy Development
You have:
- Demonstrated expertise in policy and program development, including legislative and regulatory processes, to lead initiatives and provide strategic advice for provincial community programs.
- A strong understanding of socio-economic factors, healthcare legislation, and provincial strategic priorities impacting the community healthcare system.
Business Planning, Program Analysis and Evaluation Skills
You are:
- Skilled in program evaluation and operational review techniques to assess policy effectiveness and recommend improvements.
- Knowledgeable in business and financial planning to ensure strategic and fiscal oversight of agencies and transfer payment recipients.
Analytical, Research and Project Management Skills
You are:
- Proficient in research and project management to lead policy initiatives, conduct qualitative/quantitative studies, analyze trends, and evaluate best practices and impacts.
- Experienced in interpreting legislation and policy frameworks to develop evidence-based recommendations and implementation plans.
- Skilled in using standard software tools for research and material preparation.
- Able to assess risks and evaluate the province-wide impact of policy changes.
Consultation, Relationship Management and Communications Skills
You have:
- Strong oral and written communication skills for preparing reports, Cabinet submissions, and briefing materials, and for representing the ministry in intergovernmental forums.
- Proven ability to lead consultations and build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across government and external partners on joint healthcare policy initiatives.
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
What we offer
The Policy and Implementation Unit (PIU) is a small team committed to strengthening Ontario's primary health care sector through the development, implementation and evaluation of health policies and programs. We provide policy expertise, research and analytical support, and work closely with stakeholders to improve access to primary health care. PIU offers a supportive working environment, where team members can continuously learn, contribute meaningfully, and grow in their roles.
Additional information:
Apply by:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 56 Wellesley St W, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Schedule 6
Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Note:
- 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.
- T-HL-229927/25
How to apply:
-
You must apply online.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
-
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
-
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.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together