Job Description

Analyst, Research and Policy

Health Services - Public Health

Status: Contract Full Time, End Date: Dec 31, 2024

Salary Range: $86,443 - $108,052 per annum, plus comprehensive benefits

Work mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 7120 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Who we are:

The Health Equity and System Partnership team works with the Health Leadership Team to embed health equity principles across Health Services. The team also collaborates with external partners to co-design strategies which aim to improve health outcomes for the Black, African and Caribbean Communities in Peel and other marginalized groups and to build upon lessons learned throughout the pandemic response.

What you will do in this role:

• Ensures that issues of diversity, ethnicity, language and culture are reflected in all work
• Monitors, identifies, analyzes and provides recommendations on trends, risks and opportunities
• Advocates for the embedding of health equity principals and action across the Department
• Provides expert interpretation of legislation and internal policies and procedures
• Applies advanced knowledge of public health, health equity, and/or technical knowledge regarding population health, social determinants of health, epidemiology and evidence-informed decision making
• Synthesizes research evidence, participates in research projects, and assembles best practices
• Interprets and analyzes complex information to provide strategic recommendations that will guide policy and programming decisions
• Develops and maintains cooperative, collaborative and strategic relationships with internal and external partners
• Collaborates with a wide variety of experts, corporate staff, community partner agencies, and federal, provincial and regional colleagues
• Supports community engagement efforts to learn about communities within Peel
• Monitors, develops, implements and advocates for policies that will have positive health equity implications
• Supports the implementation and evaluation of health equity-related projects aimed at advancing health equity practices

What the role requires:

• Completed degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Policy, Planning, Health Administration, Epidemiology, Nursing, Nutrition or related field
• At least three (3) years of work experience in a Public Health setting
• Broad knowledge of public health issues and applicable legislation
• Experience in evidence-informed decision-making methodology, project management, project leadership
• Experience with epidemiological study design and application of research evidence in practice
• Knowledge of analytical, statistical and epidemiological methods
• Experience in policy and procedure development
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team setting and across organizational boundaries
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of discretion and diplomacy
• Proficient computer skills using Ms Office
• Combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent facilitation, presentation, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information for a variety of audiences
• Strong resarch (with knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods) and analytical skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Nice to Have:

• Master's Degree in related field

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date)
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis, up to 3 weeks per annum
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 7120 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON worksite. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. The Ontario government has passed legislation that will dissolve Peel Region on January 1, 2025. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the transition. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.