Ministry of Health is Looking for Policy and Procedures Writer Full Time

Bring your strong technical writing skills to the Assistive Devices Program, Delivery and Eligibility Review Branch to help ensure efficiency and consistency with Program Delivery and Evaluation Branch user specifications in accordance with Ministry standards.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario’s Human Rights Code. Refer to the “How to apply” section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:

• Research and analyze policy, procedures and system requirements
• Develop and maintain effective and comprehensive end-user documentation, policy and procedures manuals
• Actively participate and contribute to working groups

How do I qualify?

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• You have advanced technical writing skills and policy and procedures analysis skills
• You have thorough knowledge of paper and electronic publishing, graphics and database management programs and presentation formats
• You understand government objectives and decision making processes
• You can interpret and apply relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures

Communication, Interpersonal and Negotiation Skills

• You communicate effectively and can prepare and present information in a clear and concise manner
• You use your interpersonal skills and sound judgement to develop strong business relationships and negotiate issues

Project Management, Research and Analytical Skills

• You can plan and organize your time and resources to complete assigned tasks
• You can research and analyze information to produce comprehensive and easy to understand materials

Computer Skills

• You are proficient with various computer software packages (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• You have ability to learn complex programs (i.e. FrameMaker, Visio, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Paint Shop Pro)

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