Research and Technology Policy Director

Apply By: Tuesday, October 28, :59 pm EDT

Research and Technology Policy Director

Job ID:

235550

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Legislative Assembly

Division:

Strategic Initiatives & External Relations (SIERD), Technology Policy Department

City:

Toronto

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

Not Available - Not Available

Salary:

Not available XEXE2 $152,593 - $192,232 per year

Your Leadership Can Shape the Future of Privacy in Ontario

The IPC is recruiting a Director, Research and Technology Policy to lead a team of experts advancing high-impact initiatives at the intersection of privacy, technology, and freedom of information. This is a senior leadership role for an accomplished policy professional ready to influence government, support regulatory decisions, and prepare Ontario for the challenges of tomorrow's digital environment.

The Director, Research and Technology Policy, provides leadership and oversight in the development and implementation of technology-focused policy initiatives that advance the IPC's mandate to protect Ontarians' right to privacy and right to know. Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, Strategic Initiatives and External Relations, the Director leads a team of policy and technology professionals to deliver high-impact projects, guidance, legislative advice, and technology-related support to the IPC's Tribunal and other IPC units.

About the job

• Lead consultations, research, and analysis of legislative, regulatory, and policy developments related to privacy, technology, and freedom of information.
• Provide technology policy advice and support to the IPC's Tribunal and other divisions.
• Develop public-facing guidance, internal policy resources, and education materials.
• Represent the IPC at national and international forums, advancing IPC's leadership profile.
• Commission research on emerging privacy and technology issues to inform IPC policy positions.
• Build strategic foresight capacity to anticipate and prepare for future privacy and technology challenges.
• Provide strategic recommendations on legislative reforms, including cybersecurity, digital education, and artificial intelligence.
• Lead outreach and engagement with research organizations, think tanks, and academic institutions.
• Manage and support a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, diversity, and professional growth.
• Oversee departmental budgets and resource allocation in alignment with the IPC's strategic priorities.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on divisional progress, risks, and outcomes.

What you bring to the team
Education:

• Post-secondary degree in Public Policy, Information Management, Business, or Law (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' senior-level experience managing, assessing, or advising on access to information and privacy programs in large, complex organizations.
• Proven expertise in privacy, technology, and policy development, with strong knowledge of emerging issues such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data governance, and digital transformation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives and influence legislative and regulatory processes.
• Strong record of managing, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.

Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth understanding of freedom of information and privacy laws and principles, jurisprudence, and global privacy/technology standards.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, policy papers, and strategic recommendations.
• Strong influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Capacity for strategic foresight and risk-based decision-making.

Asset Qualifications

• Experience providing technology-related advice in a tribunal, regulatory, or adjudicative environment.
• Experience developing international collaborations or partnerships related to privacy and technology.

What's in it for you?

• A modern organization with a flexible hybrid work model, with in-office attendance at a minimum of 6-10 days per month.
• Commitment to continuous learning and developmental opportunities for all employees.
• Work with an innovative and high performing organization committed to creating a positive organizational culture and highly dedicated to its mission of advancing the privacy and access rights of Ontarians.
• Commitment to continuous learning and developmental opportunities for all its employees.
• Work with an innovative and high performing organization committed to creating a positive organizational culture and highly dedicated to its mission of advancing the privacy and access rights of Ontarians.
• A pension plan program. (optional for Contract positions)
• Comprehensive Health Plan, and Life and Disability Insurance. (Permanent position only)
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits. (Permanent position only)

How do I apply?

1. Please apply through our website: IPCOntario
2. Provide cover letter and resume in English
3. Application closes: October 24th,

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and promoting a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

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.

Traditional schooling is only one of many paths to knowledge and experience. If you're interested and feel you're a good fit for the role, apply.

We also believe in the importance of providing services to Ontarians in both official languages and encourage interested bilingual candidates to apply particularly for public facing positions.

Additional information:

Apply by:

Tuesday, October 28, :59 pm EDT

Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 2 Bloor St E, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation group:

Excluded

Work hours:

Schedule N/A

Category:

Management and General

Posted on:

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Note:

• This posting is for an organization that is not a part of the Ontario Public Service. The information and tips on the Ontario Public Service Careers website may not apply to this posting. Please use the contact information below to contact the organization directly if you have questions.

• OPS & IPC Reciprocal Staffing Agreement:

o The IPC has a Reciprocal Staffing Agreement with the Ontario Public Service (OPS) that enables employees to accept positions in either organization while retaining their access to benefits, pension contributions, and years of service.

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.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

Strengthening Ontario, together

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