Policy Research and Initiatives Specialist

2 weeks ago

Newmarket, Ontario, Canada The Regional Municipality of York Full time

About The Regional Municipality of York

We are a dynamic and progressive organization that serves over a million residents in one of Canada's fastest-growing regions. Our geography is as diverse as our people, and we take pride in our organizational culture and commitment to creating strong, caring, and safe communities.

What We Offer

We are consistently named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes and offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace. Our benefits package includes a defined benefit pension program, employer-paid benefits, and a comprehensive employee assistance program. We are committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Policy Research and Initiatives Advisor to provide expert and strategic policy support and advice to our Department. The successful candidate will lead policy and program development initiatives, develop policy options and recommendations, and provide strategic advice. They will also undertake research and analysis to assess the impacts of initiatives and develop strategies and policies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop program policies and implementation strategies for initiatives.
  • Develop and execute program evaluations, managing both internal and external resources.
  • Develop and assess strategic policy decisions, managing both internal and external resources.
  • Lead or participate in cross-functional project teams to develop and implement Branch, Department, and Corporate priorities and programs.
  • Research, analyze, and evaluate legislation and policies in a local, provincial, and federal context and evaluate applicability to the Department.
  • Collect, analyze, manipulate, and manage information and data and associated systems.
  • Interpret and provide policies, programs, or initiatives to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Successful completion of a University Degree in Environmental Science, Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, or a related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness with conducting financial analysis and producing program evaluations to determine program effectiveness and policy implications.
  • Demonstrated experience in writing and reviewing reports/studies, including ability to identify problems, research, analyze, and interpret data.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Department's policies, services, and initiatives.
  • Knowledge of provincial legislative, regulatory, and policy framework and ability to interpret and translate into policy and program options for the Department.

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