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The Ministry of Health, Infection Prevention and Control Policy and Programs Unit is seeking Senior Policy and Program Advisors to provide project leadership and subject matter expertise in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of population and public health policies, programs and services.

The Branch

The Health Protection, Policy and Partnerships Branch develops, implements and evaluates Ontario's public health protection and prevention policies regarding addictions and substances, environmental health, infectious diseases and infection prevention and control (IPAC).

The branch also provides oversight of public health programs, identified in the Ontario Public Health Standards and under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, as well as supports public awareness and educational campaigns for public health.


Effective April 1, 2024 the salary range for this position is $82,217 to $121,155 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.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.


We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.


Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.


We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code.

Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?In this role you will:

  • Lead and coordinate IPAC projects/initiatives to conceptualize, plan, develop, and recommend policy, programs, and evaluations, standards, and implementation frameworks related to the health of Ontarians.
  • Lead and undertake all components of policy development and program design.
  • Lead project/initiative teams and manage projects/initiatives related to the health of Ontarians.
  • Ensure that policy and program options consider key factors such as research evidence, funding, governance, stakeholder interests and needs.
  • Develop performance frameworks and indicators as well as measure results to report on effectiveness in meeting objectives and ministry mandate.
  • Build and foster critical stakeholder relationships across ministries as well as federal/provincial and territorial jurisdictions.
  • Provide advice on policy and program issues to senior management and prepare a range of analysis and communications.
How do I qualify?Policy and Program Development

  • Demonstrated knowledge of policy development and program design, and evaluation principles and techniques.
  • Knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of the broad socio-economic issues impacting population and public health, infection prevention and control and provincial health systems.
  • Ability to develop and use performance measurement and program evaluation techniques to assess the effectiveness of new/changed policies and programs.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and strategic direction for an integrated health system.
Analytical, Problem-Solving and Research Skills

  • Ability to conduct research and assess and interpret qualitative and quantitative information to consider their impacts in policy and program proposals.
  • Ability to use analytical skills to identify current and emerging issues, trends, and factors affecting public health, including infection prevention and control.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple concurrent and competing priorities.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • Partnership building and relationship management skills to establish key stakeholder linkages and work cooperatively on projects.
  • Presentation and persuasion skills to provide policy and program advice and subject matter expertise.
  • Consensus-building and negotiation skills to gain support for policy and program initiatives, resolve issues, and develop a coordinated position.
  • Oral and written communication skills and experience preparing materials and products (e.g. reports, option papers, analyses, briefings and cabinet submissions), promoting initiatives, and gathering information.
  • Demonstrated ability to use standard office software programs to conduct research and prepare own materials such as briefing notes, correspondence, policy papers and presentations.
Project Management and Leadership Skills

  • Project management experience to lead projects from start to end.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills to plan and direct project team members.