Director, Stakeholder and Partnerships Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs

Director, Stakeholder and Partnerships Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs

Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs, Ottawa, ON

Closing Date

July 3, 2024

Location

Work Type

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Salary Range $152,570 to $192,210 per year
Experience Level  - Job ID 214304

Job Description

Effective April 1, 2024 the salary range for this position is $152,570 to $192,210 per year. 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.

The Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs is seeking a director to provide operational oversight, strategic direction and leadership in the planning and management of Ontario's Intergovernmental Office in Ottawa. The successful candidate will lead consultation with partners across the OPS to ensure consistent and coordinated communication of government intergovernmental priorities, initiatives, and programs. The role also provides leadership in the development of strategic approaches to Ontario's interest in Canada and advises the Premier's Office and government on actions required to protect and promote Ontario's interests abroad.

An effective leader in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is responsible, innovative and collaborative. A responsible leader is someone who demonstrates authenticity, accountability and courage in how they interact with others. An individual who models ethical behavior, and who is honest and capable of making difficult choices. An innovative leader is someone who leads with common purpose, embraces positive disruption, and has a future mindset. An individual who inspires others, values continuous learning and encourages development and integration. A collaborative leader focuses on helping others to grow, drives people-centered outcomes and promotes an environment of inclusivity. A leader who consistently works to confront bias and systemic barriers while understanding the importance of creating a more diverse and accessible workplace.

OPS commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism

The OPS is an innovative, responsive, and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable. Diversifying leadership teams is a top OPS priority with the goal to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most underrepresented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) in leadership positions.

To advance this goal, the OPS is collecting socio-demographic information that will help to address potential barriers and achieve equity in hiring. You are requested to complete the voluntary survey and contribute to building a more diverse, anti-racist, inclusive and accessible OPS.

The OPS invites all interested individuals to apply. As an organization that promotes equity and diversity, the OPS encourages applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized, and persons with disabilities. The OPS offers employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario’s Human Rights Code. A dedicated team of employment accommodation specialists are available to discuss individual accommodation needs and ensure the hiring process is inclusive and free from barriers. Contact them at [email protected] if you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process. All information discussed related to accommodation will be kept confidential.

• Provide strategic leadership with the ability to plan, develop and implement strategies and initiatives on intergovernmental priorities, policies and programs.
• Develop and build strong relationships with the Federal government, City of Ottawa, internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage critical business relationships and partnerships with the federal government and municipal officials to build and influence the sharing of information and insights.
• Ensure alignment and integration of policy matters integral to the development of quality communications, issues analysis and related products.
• Lead the provision of communications and advice to Cabinet Office and senior communications staff.
• Lead the provision of advice and expertise to senior leaders, political staff and ministry stakeholders on key issues and outcomes.
• Build and support an inclusive learning environment and culture that is responsible, people focused, and collaborative.
• Create and maintain key networks and contacts that facilitate advocacy and intelligence gathering on issues of importance to Ontario and Ottawa.
• Lead the establishment, planning and staffing of a new intergovernmental office in Ottawa.
• Lead the provision of protocol support in Ottawa for the Premier, the Secretary of the Cabinet, and visiting Ministers and Deputy Ministers.
• Direct the establishment and application of benchmarks and performance measures that monitor, evaluate, and continuously improve business processes, technology and expertise.
• Working knowledge or proficiency in French would be preferred but not mandatory.
• You promote and foster an open, inclusive, equitable, and accessible team environment.
• You are an agile, strategic thinker and an effective problem-solver.
• You inspire others to deliver in a complex, high-paced environment with multiple, competing priorities.
• You demonstrate resiliency and have experience leading and motivating high performing teams during times of change and periods of uncertainty.
• You are a collaborative leader that focuses on helping others grow while driving people-centered outcomes.

Relationship Management, Communication and Political Acuity

• You build and sustain effective working relationships with the Premier's/Minister’s Office, the Secretary of the Cabinet, executive leadership, the federal government, other jurisdictions, and stakeholders.
• You have superior negotiation and consultation skills to lead the development of intergovernmental strategies, approaches and frameworks.
• You have demonstrated ability to ensure that complex information is communicated in a clear and meaningful way to stakeholders and senior officials.
• You anticipate, recognize, and identify potential issues and develop mitigation strategies to reflect Ontario's interests.
• You bring people together in support of common goals and maintain cooperative relationships while keeping a consistent focus on results.
• You demonstrate leadership in a regional office environment while ensuring close communication, alignment and collaboration with the overall ministry.

Knowledge of Government

• You have extensive and varied experience navigating the decision-making structures and processes within government, in both line ministries and central agencies.
• You understand intergovernmental relations and have led initiatives that include multiple jurisdictions.
• You understand government fiscal and budgeting processes, as well as project management, business planning and reporting.
• You are a strong communicator that keeps partners and senior leadership updated on complex and technical information.
• You have a strong understanding of fiscal frameworks to plan and deliver projects and events.

Bonus info section:

The OPS uses multiple methods to assess candidates for executive positions; these may include resume screening, interviews, assignments, psychometric assessments, simulations and reference checks.

JobID - 214304

How to Apply

• You must apply online by visiting  www.ontario.ca/careers . You must enter the job ID number in the Job ID search field to locate the job ad.
• 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.
• 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, contact the Executive Recruitment Unit at  [email protected] .

Applicants to this competition may also be considered for other executive opportunities within the OPS.