JOIN A LEADER IN HUMAN RIGHTS

The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) is committed to advancing human rights and building a more inclusive Ontario. We’re looking for a highly skilled and strategic Special Advisor to the Chief Commissioner—someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is passionate about substantive equality and justice – to join our team and provide critical support to the Chief Commissioner in navigating complex human rights issues.

STRONG COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIP SKILLS

• Ability to build trust and communicate effectively with senior leaders, elected officials, and diverse stakeholders.
• Skilled in preparing briefings, correspondence, and presentations on sensitive topics.
• Skilled at navigating sensitive or contentious issues and communicating clearly and diplomatically

RESEARCH AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS

• Ability to scan the environment, identify trends, and connect short-term issues to long-term strategies.
• Skilled in preparing the Chief Commissioner for meetings, events, and public engagements.

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.

• Providing confidential, strategic advice on complex and sensitive human rights issues.
• Reviewing incoming information, conduct environmental scanning, and analyze political sensitivities
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Chief Commissioner’s Office (CCO).
• Acting as a liaison between the OHRC, the Attorney General’s Office, and external partners.
• Leading special projects, including communications, research, and stakeholder engagement.
• Supporting the appointment and performance management of Order-in-Council (OIC) appointees.
• Representing the Chief Commissioner on external committees and initiatives