Resource Management Coordinator/coordonnateur de La

Are you a strong communicator with excellent political acuity, issues management experience, and project management skills who enjoys working in a collaborative and fast paced environment? Do you excel at providing issues management and advice on high profile contentious issues affecting program delivery? Are you proficient at coordinating multiple concurrent projects and tasks to help teams deliver on operational priorities? If so, consider this opportunity with the Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District of the Ministry of Natural Resources where you will support the frontline delivery of ministry programs related to natural resource planning and management in Ontario. When you are ready for an opportunity to take your career to the next level and work in a dynamic team, we look forward to hearing from you.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

- a defined benefit pension plan
- maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
- comprehensive health plan
- life and disability insurance
- flexible work arrangements
- collegial and professional work culture
- career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
- on-the-job training to support your success in the role

**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.

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:

- provide strategic project management, communication, coordination, support and advice to anticipate and address MNRF-related contentious issues and key initiatives
- identify emerging trends, recommend and implement communication techniques/strategies to address work with clients, stakeholders and internal counterparts, and to implement and achieve ministry priorities
- liaise, coordinate and consult with internal staff and external partners or clients to manage and provide advice on approvals and processes, resource management issues and/or initiatives

**How do I qualify?**
Communication and interpersonal skills:

- consultation and negotiation skills to establish, enhance and negotiate project/program delivery
- ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with external stakeholders/groups and to maintain linkages and collaborative working relationships with colleagues across the Ontario Public Service
- presentation skills to discuss and present information on Ministry priorities, business needs, strategic direction, services, projects and opportunities

Technical expertise:

- knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of natural resource planning and management to lead project initiatives; and to provide expert advice both internally and externally

Project management and leadership skills:

- knowledge of project management principles and processes to create, lead and/or manage initiatives, projects or related issues
- leadership skills to coordinate and/or lead projects and initiatives and to establish and monitor project plans and the achievement of objectives

Analytical skills:

- change management skills to implement ministry field delivery approach and build support from ministry stakeholders and partners
- judgement, political acuity, problem-solving and issues management skills to anticipate issues, provide risk management strategies and respond effectively

Organizational skills:

- organizational skills are required to manage confidential information gathering functions and to ensure information is technically complete, accurate and delivered within required timelines
- planning and organization skills to lead multiple, concurrent projects/initiatives or issues

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Don’t let doubt hinder your progress. Have confidence in your skills and experience

**Additional Information**
Address:
1 English Permanent, 7 Bay St, Parry Sound, North Region or 1350 High Falls Rd, Bracebridge, Central Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
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Schedule:
3-A
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Monday, October 21, 2024
Note:
N-NR-221246/24

**How to apply**:

- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a c