Strategic Analyst (Continuous Posting)

Treasury Board Secretariat; Toronto; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Ontario seeks a Strategic Analyst for a temporary position of up to 18 months. This role involves providing strategic advice, analyzing policy issues, and supporting decision-making processes. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and negotiation skills, as well as knowledge in economics or public finance. The position offers a competitive salary range and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrates sound judgement and political acuity.
• Able to support the development and implementation of policies.
• Capable of conducting analytical assessments of initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on strategic business and policy initiatives.
• Develop partnerships and consult with stakeholders.
• Analyze major policy issues and prepare briefing materials.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Education

Knowledge of economics or public finance

Knowledge of business administration principles

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Strategic Analyst (Continuous Posting)

Apply By: Monday, September 15, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Job ID: 230298

Posting status: Open

Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat

Division: Office of the Treasury Board

City: Toronto

Position(s) language: English

Job term: 7 Temporary - up to 18 months

Job code: 5A008 - ProgPlanEval05

Salary: $76,231.00 - $109,842.00 Per year

Overview

There is an ongoing need for Strategic Analysts in the Office of the Treasury Board. This posting will stay open for a period of 4 months or until all positions have been filled. You can submit your application for continuous review, and we will contact you if your resume meets the requirements of the position. Please reference the job ID and position title in the subject line and apply only once, as multiple applications will not be reviewed.

Do you demonstrate sound judgement, political acuity and exceptional analytical skills? If so, consider joining the Treasury Board Secretariat within the Government of Ontario.

With this opportunity, you will support the development, analysis and implementation of provincial policies and programs in a fast-paced environment with a direct line-of-sight into government decision-making and fiscal strategy.

About the job

• Provide advice to Treasury Board/Management Board of Cabinet (TB/MBC), the Minister, the Deputy Minister and executive management on strategic business, fiscal/financial, policy and planning initiatives.
• Develop partnerships and consult with stakeholders on projects and initiatives.
• Support strategic planning by developing financial and written input for the annual provincial budget and other public documents.
• Negotiate and resolve issues on the interpretation and analysis of business plans, reports and submissions.
• Analyze major policy issues and assess the impact of initiatives.
• Prepare, coordinate and present a range of briefing materials to facilitate decision-making.

What you bring to the team

Communication, Presentation, Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills:

• Prepare and present documents such as presentations, briefing materials and correspondence.
• Demonstrate negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships.

Analytical, Problem Solving, and Research Skills:

• Knowledge of research and quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze policies and programs.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques to review, synthesize and conduct in-depth analysis of complex material.
• Organizational skills to work under tight time pressures, shifting deadlines and competing priorities.

Technical Knowledge:

• Knowledge of economics, public finance and/or business administration theory, principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of policy and program development principles/techniques.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, directives, standards and government strategic direction.
• Understanding of government decision-making processes.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient with database applications and software including MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).

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!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible and consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• Accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information

• 7 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region

How to apply

• You must submit your application using only one of the methods identified below.

• Cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five pages.

• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed.

• Quote the Job ID number.

• OPS employees should quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

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Language requirements and assessment:

All external OPS job ads are posted in English and French. Candidates are assessed in English unless the role is bilingual, in which case a French proficiency test may be required.

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