Manager, Investments, Office of the COO

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs in Toronto seeks a Manager, Investments to lead investment activities and portfolios, providing strategic guidance to senior leaders and ensuring alignment with government priorities. The role emphasizes governance, risk assessment, and long-term value for Ontarians.

You’ll work within a collaborative OPS team, shaping investment priorities, delivering timely briefings, and supporting decision-making across

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience.
• Strong analytical thinking and evidence-based recommendations.
• Relationship management and political acumen are essential.

Skills

Leadership

People Development

Change Management

Relationship Building

Analytical Thinking

Executive Briefings

Job description

Apply By:Thursday, October 8, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Competition Status: Application Screening
Approximately 139 individuals applied for this opportunity.
We are screening ALL applications received on or before the closing date and rating them against the qualifications outlined in the job ad. Applicants whose resume and cover letter best demonstrate how they meet the qualifications to do the job will be invited to continue in the hiring process.
To learn about our recruitment process, visit our Hiring Process .

1 Temporary Contract/Assignment - 24 months with possibility of extension

Job code:

AOF01 - Finance Management & Control Group

$131,594.00 - $139,450.00 Per year

NOTE: Effective April 1, 2026, the salary range for this position is $138,500 to $155,942 per year.
Are you interested in helping shape investment decisions that support Ontario's economic future?
The Ontario Financing Authority (OFA) is seeking a Manager, Investments to lead work that supports the management and oversight of investment activities and related portfolios. As a leader within a collaborative team, you will provide strategic advice to senior decision-makers, assess investment opportunities and risks, and help ensure investment mandates remain aligned with organizational objectives and government priorities. Through effective governance, relationship management, and investment analysis, you will contribute to decisions that support economic growth, responsible stewardship of public funds, and long-term value for Ontarians.
Join us to help deliver investment outcomes that support Ontario's future prosperity and competitiveness.
Your leadership. Our purpose. A stronger Ontario.
At the Ontario Public Service (OPS), we're building a province where everyone can thrive—and we need strong, values-driven leaders to help make that vision a reality.
If you're seeking a leadership role where your work has purpose, your growth is supported, and your impact is recognized, you're in the right place.
Leadership that makes a difference: We're proud to serve Ontarians through work that is people-centered, purpose-driven, and grounded in integrity. As a leader in the OPS, you'll help shape a culture that sparks innovation, supports collaboration, and champions inclusion.
How we support and recognize your leadership:

• We support your purpose: Lead work that directly serves Ontarians - shaping programs, policies, and services that make a real difference in people's lives.
  
• We invest in your growth: Access mentorship, leadership development, and cross-ministry mobility to grow your career and expand your impact.
  
• We create space for you to thrive: Work in inclusive, accessible, and respectful environments where you can bring your full self to work—and help others do the same.
  
• We recognize your impact: Receive competitive compensation, a defined-benefit pension, and comprehensive benefits - plus meaningful recognition for the difference you make.

About the job

We believe great leadership starts with high standards and strong support. In the OPS, that means showing up with authenticity, acting with integrity, and having the courage to do what's right, even when it's hard.
As a leader, you'll help shape a team culture that sparks innovation, supports collaboration, and champions inclusion. You'll help build a workplace that is diverse, anti-racist, and accessible, where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to thrive.
You won't be doing it alone. We invest in our leaders through mentorship, learning opportunities, and cross-ministry networks that help you grow your impact and connect with peers across the organization.
Leadership is about impact, and in this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful one. You will:

• Demonstrate the leadership behaviours, attributes and mindsets for leaders, across the organization, to lead the OPS into the future and deliver our vision.
  
• Advance Protect Ontario Account priorities and commitments by ensuring work progresses on schedule and aligns with strategic objectives and implementation plans.
  
• Enable informed government decision-making by providing senior leaders with clear, timely briefings, submissions, and recommendations on Fund priorities and activities.
  
• Support effective investment and Fund management decisions by assessing opportunities, risks, and implications and providing strategic advice on investment activities.
  
• Strengthen collaboration and advance Fund objectives by building and maintaining relationships with investment partners, stakeholders, and government partners.
  
• Promote effective governance and oversight of the Fund by ensuring decision-makers have accurate and comprehensive information on performance, risks, and market developments.
  
• Support the achievement of Fund objectives by evaluating investment manager performance, conducting due diligence, and identifying factors that influence results.
  
• Improve understanding of Fund performance and emerging market developments through research, analysis, and reporting that informs ongoing management and strategic direction.

Meet With Your New Team
You will join a small, highly collaborative team of Advisors and Analysts with deep expertise in investment and project management, debt markets, and rating agency relations. The team is built on trust, partnership, and a shared commitment to excellence. In this close-knit environment, you will have the opportunity to influence priorities, contribute your perspective, and help lead a team culture where knowledge is shared, achievements are celebrated, and success is collective.

What you bring to the team

Leadership and People Management:

• Leadership Experience: Established experience leading people and teams with accountability for results, direction, and team success.
  
• People Development: Experience coaching, mentoring, and supporting employee growth and career development.
  
• Change Leadership: Help teams adapt to changing priorities, evolving requirements, and new ways of working.
  
• Building Trust: Ability to build positive, respectful, and inclusive team environments.

Analytical Thinking and Analysis:

• Issue Analysis: Assess complex investment, business, and policy issues and identify risks, opportunities, and implications.
  
• Evidence-Based Recommendations: Evaluate information from multiple sources to support recommendations and decision-making.
  
• Forward Planning: Anticipate emerging issues and identify options that support organizational objectives.
  
• Judgement and Prioritization: Apply judgement when balancing competing priorities, risks, and stakeholder interests.

Relationship Management and Political Acuity:

• System Partners Relationships: Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners.
  
• Influence and Negotiation: Build consensus and negotiate solutions among partners with differing perspectives and interests.
  
• Issues Management: Recognize and respond to sensitive issues using sound judgement and discretion.
  
• Executive Advice: Tailor communications and advice to meet the needs of senior leaders and decision-makers.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
Think this role could be right for you?
We're here to support you every step of the way. These short videos can help you feel confident and prepared:

• Navigating Our Hiring Process – Get a clear overview of each stage in our structured hiring process so you know what to expect and how to prepare.
  
• Application Preparation Tips – Learn how to showcase your leadership experience in ways that align with how we evaluate applications during the screening stage.

Take a few minutes to explore these resources. They're designed to set you up for success.

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