Senior Policy Advisor

at  Ministry of Finance

Are you an exceptionally dynamic and visionary leader eager for an exhilarating policy adventure? Do you thrive in a coaching atmosphere where you’re given the autonomy to lead your files to success?
If that resonates with you, get ready to embark on an exciting new opportunity with Ontario’s, Ministry of Finance, that will ignite your passion and propel your ambitions to new heights! Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey where you’ll champion the cause of consumers in the financial sector to ensure fairness and inclusion. As a seasoned Senior Policy Advisor, you’ll take the reins to provide strategic guidance, policy advice, and specialized knowledge to senior management to support decision-making. In this role, you will lead stakeholder consultations, conduct research and analysis, and develop policy options that meet division and ministry goals and mandates.

ABOUT US

The Financial Institutions Policy Unit diligently conducts research and policy analysis to address important issues pertaining to credit unions, mortgage brokers, and life and health insurance.
In the midst of today’s rapidly changing global landscape, our team is committed to staying abreast of current affairs that shape these sectors. We recognize the significance of recent events and their impact on people and economies around the world, and we strive to develop practical policies that address emerging challenges.
Our focus extends to various areas, including credit union regulations, the evolving landscape of mortgage brokerage in the digital age, and the dynamic nature of the insurance industry within a globally interconnected context. We take a comprehensive approach, considering the implications of these current affairs and their influence on the financial ecosystem.
Your expertise will be a valuable contribution as we work towards crafting policies that foster resilience and inclusivity in the financial realm. Together, we can make a meaningful impact within the Financial Institutions Policy Unit and contribute to the broader global affairs landscape.
Effective April 1, 2024 the salary range for this position is $88,496.00 to $128,625.00 per year in compliance with AMAPCEO collective agreement provisions. The new rates, effective retroactive to April 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• You have knowledge of policy development processes and principles
• You have knowledge of legislative approvals and allocations process and have an understanding of government decision-making processes
• You can provide advice, interpretation, and policy expertise to senior management on a broad range socio-economic issues

LEADERSHIP AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• You can lead policy development and project review processes on policy-related initiatives
• You can provide direction, guidance, and technical leadership to project team members
• You can lead complex stakeholder relationships to gain support for policy initiatives
• You can plan, organize, and execute the development of policies and projects

ANALYTICAL, RESEARCH AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS

• You can assess, synthesize, and explain complex and technical issues
• You have experience using research principles and techniques, qualitative and quantitative methodologies to identify, analyze and resolve emerging policy issues
• You can develop and recommend alternative policy solutions
• You can identify and evaluate emerging political and economic events, issues and trends

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• You have demonstrated consultation and consensus-building and advisory skills to discuss and resolve diverse and competing policy issues/priorities
• You have experience preparing and presenting documents for decision-makers including reports, issues briefing notes and correspondence
• You have experience leading consultations and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

In this role, you will:

• Provide leadership on policy initiatives; organize/assign and supervise work; mentor and coach team members; and establish sound business planning and performance criteria
• Plan, lead and undertake research, analysis and development of policy options and strategies related to the insurance sector
• Provide policy expertise to senior management, the Deputy Minister and the Minister on developments and trends
• Lead and coordinate policy review and consultation processes with partner ministries, agencies, and stakeholders
• Identify and analyze trends in other jurisdictions