Strategic Analyst ()

Do you have an interest in public finance and business planning? Do you have a proven ability to deliver in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment? The Health, Social and Communities Division within the Office of the Treasury Board is offering an exciting opportunity to play a key role supporting the province's fiscal strategy. Effective April 1, 2024 the salary range for this position is $76,231.00 to $109,842.00 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?

You will:
• research, analyze and coordinate information and advise on complex economic, fiscal and related policy issues
• provide advice on the business planning, estimates and budget process
• prepare, coordinate, and present on a wide range of complex policy and fiscal issues through verbal presentations and briefing notes
• Work across divisions and ministries in a highly collaborative team environment to provide integrated advice to support government decision-making.

How do I qualify?

Technical Expertise

• you have demonstrated knowledge of economic and financial theories, principles and practices
• you have an understanding of public policy development and decision-making
• you have an awareness of the government's fiscal and expenditure structure and programs

Communication, Presentation, Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills

• you can prepare and present various documents, such as presentations, briefing materials and correspondence
• you have demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills
• you can build effective working relationships and participate in projects as part of a team

Analytical, Problem Solving, Research and Computer Skills

• you have demonstrated analytical, problem solving, research and organizational skills
• you are able to research, coordinate and provide input/advice on options on a range of complex economic and fiscal issues
• you are proficient with database applications and computer software including word processing, spreadsheets and graphics (e.g. MS Office including, Excel)