COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
- proven communication and presentation skills to prepare technical reports, briefing materials, correspondence and other materials; to lead meetings, conduct briefings and carry out training; and to describe technical and specialized concepts, processes and information in terms that are easily understood by a variety of audiences
- persuasion and consultation skills to encourage consensus when working with both staff and stakeholders on the development of solutions to issues/problems
ANALYTICAL AND RESEARCH SKILLS:
- advanced research, analytical, and investigative techniques, including determining appropriate data and information sources, survey techniques, analyzing and summarizing quantitative and qualitative research and environmental scans from multijurisdictional sources, trends analyses, and preparing analytical reports in support of policy decision-making
- ability to analyze complex policy and planning issues/proposals in order to determine the potential implications and recommend appropriate strategies
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:
- able to assess and provide advice on the merits of specific projects seeking funding to support the implementation of actions in the Forest Sector Strategy and engage with clients in a meaningful and productive manner
PROJECT MANAGEMENT KNOWLEDGE:
- strong understanding of project management methodologies and techniques to lead/participate on branch/division/ministry/government projects
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 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.
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