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Location

Peterborough, ON | Canada

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Job description

Are you a dynamic, experienced leader with knowledge of digital, data and information management principles? If so, consider this opportunity to join the dynamic team leading the implementation of the ministry's Digital Strategy.

Our team:
As part of the Mapping and Information Resources Branch, the Information Management Section is a dynamic, inclusive section made up of three collaborative units that provide IM support to ensure that the ministry's data, information and application assets are managed by relevant legislation and OPS policies.
At IMS, we recognize that flexibility is vital. We take our work seriously and want to enjoy doing it! We embrace and celebrate differences. We look for diversity and inclusion when we hire top talent. We have great respect for our strengths, perspectives, opinions and lifestyles. We have high expectations of each other, but even higher expectations of ourselves. We love the clash of ideas that leads to better solutions. Challenging the status quo is encouraged. Collaborating will allow us to push forward. If this sounds like a good fit for you, come and join us! We need a leader to guide us in adopting digital, improving our data practices, continuing with good information management, and better-informed information technology solutions.

Bring your digital skills, and offer strategic guidance. Apply now to be part of our energetic team, shaping the future of natural resources and forestry!

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?

In this role, you will:

- Direct and coordinate activities related to digital, data, and information strategic direction in MNRF
- Develop quantitative and qualitative performance criteria reflecting enterprise and information goals
- Lead environmental scans to identify digital, data, Information Management, and IT and governance issues
- Recommend improvements in digital, data, information, and IT approaches, practices, and tools
- Create promotional materials and a change management plan for the digital, data, and information strategy
- Provide management briefings on risks and mitigation strategies
- Maintain strong collaborative relationships with key Divisional, Ministry, and other staff

How do I qualify?

Communication and Partnership Building Skills:

- You have exceptional relationship management and influencing skills for facilitating collaboration, consultations, and communication with internal and external stakeholders - You can effectively prepare reports and make presentations to senior management, clients and external stakeholders
- You have experience in negotiating and conflict resolution to gain support and encourage consensus
- You demonstrate political acuity and persuasion abilities to liaise with stakeholders, clients, and the public

Digital and Data Management Expertise:

- You have an understanding of the digital marketplace, digital platforms and technology and OPS trends
- You have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the government's digital, data, and information policies and program requirements
- You know current digital, data and information trends to provide practical strategic planning expertise

Research and Project Management Skills:

- You are skilled in researching, developing, and evaluating business solutions to deliver effective services, strategies, and initiatives
- You have project management methodology and leadership techniques
- You have experience in leading assigned projects
- You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- You can identify and assess strategic directions, priorities, and impacts of changes
- You can design, conduct, and evaluate costing and data models

Technical Knowledge:

- You are familiar with government policy, strategic direction and government policy direction
- You have knowledge of performance management and reporting principles and processes, performance metrics, quality assurance standards and processes

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Salary

$76.38k - $112.56k per year