Forestry Policy & Programs Strategist

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks in Ontario is seeking a Policy & Program Advisor for Forestry Innovation. The role is a one-time temporary contract up to 10 months.

You will coordinate transfer payment projects, develop and deliver programs, and work with Indigenous communities and other stakeholders to advance the Forest Sector Strategy. You will bring policy development expertise, program design and evaluation knowledge, and strong communication and analytical skills to lead initiatives

Qualifications

• Policy and program development expertise for harvest wood products in built environment.
• Knowledge of program design/evaluation for strategic policies, programs, regulations.
• Experience in administration of transfer payment programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of transfer payment projects with key partners supporting Ontario Forest Sector Strategy.
• Assist colleagues with updating technical guides and products for ministries, municipalities, or third parties.
• Support policies promoting sustainable use of long-lived harvested wood products.

Skills

Policy development

Program design and evaluation

Transfer payments administration

Communication skills

Stakeholder consultation

Analytical and research skills

Data interpretation and environmental/

Project management

Computer proficiency

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Presentation software

Database

Job description

Environment, Conservation and Parks in Ontario is seeking a Policy & Program Advisor for Forestry Innovation. The role is a one-time temporary contract up to 10 months.

You will coordinate transfer payment projects, develop and deliver programs, and work with Indigenous communities and other stakeholders to advance the Forest Sector Strategy. You will bring policy development expertise, program design and evaluation knowledge, and strong communication and analytical skills to lead initiatives