Summary

The Policy and Advocacy Lead is responsible for supporting the CEO on high-priority matters relating to the policy direction and strategic initiatives of the Alliance. This includes participating in meetings, identifying actions, and executing the work which will involve a combination of hands-on support, collaborating across teams, managing linkages across the organization as well as liaising with members and provincial partners.

Description

The Alliance for Healthier Communities is the voice of a vibrant network of community-governed primary health care organizations. Alliance members serve diverse communities across the province of Ontario, and they are rooted in the communities they serve. They share a commitment to advancing health equity through the delivery of comprehensive primary health care.

Our Vision: Equitable health and wellbeing for everyone living in Ontario.

Our Mission: Advance comprehensive primary health care and advocate for changes in Ontario’s health and social systems to address inequities.

POSITION

The Policy and Advocacy Lead reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and works in lock step with all teams to advance Alliance’s strategic objectives.  This position is responsible for supporting the CEO on high-priority matters relating to the policy direction and strategic initiatives of the Alliance.  This includes participating in meetings, identifying actions, and executing the work which will involve a combination of hands-on support, collaborating across teams, managing linkages across the organization as well as liaising with members and provincial partners. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy and Advocacy Advancement

  • Reviews relevant government decisions (Ontario Legislature website, Hansard, OH, Ministries, etc.) and performs environmental scans to advance the work of the Alliance.
  • Identifies and acts on current and anticipated/ unanticipated policy and legislative issues impacting members.
  • Monitors, reviews and responds to member operational issues as they relate to the strategic priorities.
  • Develops or contributes to briefing notes, letters, communiqués, presentations, reports, summaries and position papers.
  • Develops responses/ submissions to legislation, position statements, presentations and formulates plans/ tactics.
  • Provides content for Alliance communication products in alignment with strategic directions and initiatives.
  • Provides recommendations on member operational elements such as budget analyses, compensation frameworks, and business cases.
  • Develops and cultivates strategic relationships with members and provincial partners.
  • Builds and maintains positive stakeholder partnerships ranging from Ministry of Health, Ontario Health, to Ministry of Infrastructure or Office of Francophone Affairs.

CEO Support

  • With the CEO, coordinates the Alliance’s strategic planning process.
  • Works closely with the CEO and Leadership Team to execute the operational plan to advance the strategic plan.  When necessary, conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis in addressing key issues impacting strategic decisions.
  • Collaborates with the Directors; develops briefings for the CEO to further strategic directions, policy and advocacy portfolios.
  • Assesses external inquiries directed to the CEO, determines the proper course of action, and coordinates follow up with the appropriate individual.
  • Attends meetings and external events with or on behalf of the CEO.

Member Engagement and Support

  • Supports Strategy Group, the Executive Leadership Network, and related working groups and specific strategies.
  • Develops agendas, advances action items and provides input on discussion summaries, meeting notes, snapshot analyses, presentations, etc.
  • Attends and acts as subject matter expert during stakeholder meetings, and leads and facilitates discussions as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Undergraduate degree in relevant areas of study, or combination of education and work experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role facilitating or coordinating networks, executing strategies, synthesizing / analyzing information, preparing reports and engaging in stakeholder relations.
  • Proficient in word processing, writing reports and preparation of presentations.
  • Experience with project tracking software preferred.
  • Knowledge of Ontario health system, models of health and wellbeing, and primary care an asset.
  • Solid understanding of health equity.
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve strategic initiatives.
  • Must possess a valid Ontario “G” driver’s license to travel within Ontario.
  • Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Commitment to the principles of Health Equity, as outlined in the Alliance’s Health Equity Charter https://www.allianceon.org/sites/default/files/documents/Alliance%20Charter%202021-Full-English-Revised.pdf
  • Ability to conduct work in keeping with the Alliance’s commitment to anti-oppression, anti-racism (including anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism), French language services, and to being 2SLGBTQ+ positive.
  • Strong presentation skills an asset.
  • Bilingualism in both English and French an asset.
  • Experience in a non-profit, provincial association is an asset.

WORK LOCATION

This position will be required to be on-site when needed at the Alliance office in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with flexibility of working from home.

COMPENSATION

Annual Salary: $69,369 – $85,849

The Alliance offers an exceptional benefits package, including pension with HOOPP, extended health and dental benefits, and a generous vacation package. Salary is set within Alliance’s established salary grid and policy guidelines.

APPLICATION DEADLINE  January 15, 2024 at 12:00pm ET

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS  Submit your cover letter and resume as one (1) document.

The Alliance for Healthier Communities is an equity employer and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples and individuals from racialized groups, francophone communities and people of all sexual orientations and genders and persons with disabilities.

Upon request, reasonable accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants in advance however, only those under consideration will be contacted.