Senior Advisor, Reporting

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation agency is seeking a Senior Advisor for its Governance Reporting team in Toronto. The role focuses on enhancing governance processes while delivering high-quality reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and substantial experience in capital projects within public or private sectors, complemented by strong leadership and communication skills. Join Metrolinx to help shape the future of transit in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Qualifications

• Degree completion in relevant fields or equivalent experience.
• Experience in capital procurement/improvement projects in public/private sectors.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Implement improvements for governance processes and documentation.
• Lead project meetings and represent reporting best practices.
• Develop and provide high-quality analytics for Board reports.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Relationship Management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Business Analytics, Engineering, Public Administration, or Urban Planning

Graduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Governance Reporting team is looking for a Senior Advisor to lead the development of governance and performance documentation policies processes and tools to support the implementation of Metrolinxs Capital Program.

What will I be doing

• Implement and identify opportunities to improve processes activities and outcomes that ensure high quality customer service to internal and external partners and stakeholders in the timely and accurate provision of management reports analysis and submissions.
• Participate in and / or lead internal project meetings workshops and committees to represent enforce and educate on Reporting processes procedures and best practices.
• Review and develop terms of reference and supporting documents for governance processes as required to ensure appropriate due diligence and provide excellent customer service to internal stakeholders on all governance-related matters
• Coordinate across multiple teams to ensure timely high-quality standardized and consistent documentation is developed and provided to executives and the Board of Directors.
• Develop review monitor and provide a high level of scrutiny to maximize the quality and accuracy of quarterly reports and other Board reports prepared for internal and external distribution.
• Manage the development and reporting of project trending reports and status updates.
• Lead the identification development implementation visual demonstration and reporting of various packages of Key Performance Indicators that will motivate positive change across the Capital Projects Group.
• Work closely and collaboratively with project teams Procurement Legal and other Metrolinx groups in the preparation of capital approval documentation.
• Provide analytical editorial research-based and policy-informed advice to support all areas of the Capital Projects Group with contract-related approvals processes and documents.
• Support the procurement approval process (e.g. coordinate internal documentation to support the release and award of RFQs RFPs issuance of purchase orders etc.).
• Coordinate with Investment Panel Office to monitor upcoming and current issues to ensure appropriate support and focus from required internal stakeholders is achieved.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

• Completion of a degree in Business Administration Business Analytics Engineering Public Administration Urban Planning or related field or a combination of education training and experience deemed equivalent; A graduate degree would be an asset.
• Demonstrated relevant experience preferably in capital procurement / improvement projects in a public sector / transportation or private engineering environment.
• Experience developing and presenting reports.
• Ability to negotiate consult with facilitate and manage partnerships.
• Strong relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• Excellent problem-solving skills to navigate a dynamic work environment independently
• Strong leadership skills to lead process improvement projects start to finish from scoping to analysis planning and implementation.
• Planning research analysis problem solving political acuity and diplomacy to advise senior officials on politically sensitive or contentious issues.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Power BI would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Treasury Board Ministry of Transportation of Ontario and Infrastructure Ontario policies and procedures would be an asset.

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation :

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at : or email .

Application Process :

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policybefore submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Computer Hardware,Loan Processing,Sales Experience,Continuous Integration,Iis,Risk Management,Banking,Strategic Planning,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Program Design,negotiation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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