Job Description
Apply By: Friday, August 1, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
Senior Strategic Communications Advisor
Job ID:
232028
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Transportation
Division:
Communications Branch
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary - up to 12 months with the possibility of extension
Job code:
6A005 - Communications06
Salary:
$82,217.00 - $121,155.00 Per year
Are you an experienced and innovative strategic communications planner and writer who excels at working in a demanding, fast-paced environment? If so, consider this opportunity with the Ministry of Transportation's Strategic Communications Office, where you will have the opportunity to lead high-profile transit, highway and other transportation strategic communications initiatives in support of key government priorities.
Note: This position is located at 777 Bay Street, Toronto, ON; however, alternate work arrangements may be available.
About the job
In this role, you will:
Lead the planning, development and implementation of a broad range of strategic communications projects and initiatives, and the development and maintenance of client relationships in support of government and ministry programs, services, goals and priorities
Identify, analyze and provide advice on communications requirements and issues related to ministry policies, programs, legislation, regulations and services
Lead branch teams to develop and implement communications strategies for cross-divisional and cross-government initiatives
Utilize creative and outside-the-box thinking to ensure that the ministry is effectively reaching its audience
What you bring to the team
Strategic Communications Planning and Development
You can:
provide expertise and leadership in the development and execution of integrated and innovative communications strategies and implementation plans for communications associated with high-profile, broad-scale program initiatives
lead the development and recommendation of proactive strategies and programs to provide for timely anticipation of high-profile opportunities or contentious issues, to enable prompt response
develop long-term project plans that anticipate and address a variety of client requirements, interests of various stakeholders, environmental factors and other requirements
manage all phases of ministry communications projects
Project Management and Leadership Skills:
You can:
Lead branch and cross-divisional teams to develop and deliver external communications strategies
Provide technical direction and guidance to both staff and external communication service providers
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders on communications projects/initiatives
Manage multiple concurrent projects and monitor performance
Technical Knowledge:
You have knowledge of policy development and legislative and political decision-making processes to manage ministry issues by providing accurate and timely responses
You can provide strategic communication advice and expertise to all levels of the ministry on communications requirements for ministry programs and goals
You can analyse and assess public opinion, media perceptions and stakeholder positions
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
You can:
identify, research and analyse emerging, contentious issues, potential problems and opportunities that require communications expertise
formulate innovative strategies and communications plans, mitigate adverse impact and develop and propose the optimum response or course of action, incorporating best practices
lead or conduct impact evaluations to ensure that strategic communications positioning is consistent with government and ministry priorities
assess communications requirements in light of ministry priorities and develop over-arching, seamless communications strategies and products that support objectives, positioning and priorities
Interpersonal and Influencing Skills:
You have stakeholder/relationship management skills and political acuity to develop and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with clients and other stakeholders, ministry/divisional management and staff, and staff in other ministries, including communications branches, and other internal and external stakeholders
You have consultation and advisory skills to provide strategic advice and tactical guidance to ministry/branch colleagues, ministry senior management, the Deputy Minister, the Minister and their staff
You can advise branch communications staff on the planning, implementation and evaluation of strategic and internal communications plans, programs and initiatives
You have consensus-building, mediation and collaboration skills to chair/facilitate difficult discussions and meetings with diverse groups of stakeholders, some of whom may have opposing agendas, positions and/or views
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, ****** orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and 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:
Apply by:
Friday, August 1, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Schedule 6
Category:
Communications; Marketing and Creative Services
Posted on:
Friday, July 18, 2026
Note:
Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
W-MT-232028/25
How to apply:
You must apply online.
Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together
Senior Strategic Communications Advisor
Job ID:
232028
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Transportation
Division:
Communications Branch
City:
Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary - up to 12 months with the possibility of extension
Job code:
6A005 - Communications06
Salary:
$82,217.00 - $121,155.00 Per year
Are you an experienced and innovative strategic communications planner and writer who excels at working in a demanding, fast-paced environment? If so, consider this opportunity with the Ministry of Transportation's Strategic Communications Office, where you will have the opportunity to lead high-profile transit, highway and other transportation strategic communications initiatives in support of key government priorities.
Note: This position is located at 777 Bay Street, Toronto, ON; however, alternate work arrangements may be available.
About the job
In this role, you will:
Lead the planning, development and implementation of a broad range of strategic communications projects and initiatives, and the development and maintenance of client relationships in support of government and ministry programs, services, goals and priorities
Identify, analyze and provide advice on communications requirements and issues related to ministry policies, programs, legislation, regulations and services
Lead branch teams to develop and implement communications strategies for cross-divisional and cross-government initiatives
Utilize creative and outside-the-box thinking to ensure that the ministry is effectively reaching its audience
What you bring to the team
Strategic Communications Planning and Development
You can:
provide expertise and leadership in the development and execution of integrated and innovative communications strategies and implementation plans for communications associated with high-profile, broad-scale program initiatives
lead the development and recommendation of proactive strategies and programs to provide for timely anticipation of high-profile opportunities or contentious issues, to enable prompt response
develop long-term project plans that anticipate and address a variety of client requirements, interests of various stakeholders, environmental factors and other requirements
manage all phases of ministry communications projects
Project Management and Leadership Skills:
You can:
Lead branch and cross-divisional teams to develop and deliver external communications strategies
Provide technical direction and guidance to both staff and external communication service providers
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders on communications projects/initiatives
Manage multiple concurrent projects and monitor performance
Technical Knowledge:
You have knowledge of policy development and legislative and political decision-making processes to manage ministry issues by providing accurate and timely responses
You can provide strategic communication advice and expertise to all levels of the ministry on communications requirements for ministry programs and goals
You can analyse and assess public opinion, media perceptions and stakeholder positions
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
You can:
identify, research and analyse emerging, contentious issues, potential problems and opportunities that require communications expertise
formulate innovative strategies and communications plans, mitigate adverse impact and develop and propose the optimum response or course of action, incorporating best practices
lead or conduct impact evaluations to ensure that strategic communications positioning is consistent with government and ministry priorities
assess communications requirements in light of ministry priorities and develop over-arching, seamless communications strategies and products that support objectives, positioning and priorities
Interpersonal and Influencing Skills:
You have stakeholder/relationship management skills and political acuity to develop and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with clients and other stakeholders, ministry/divisional management and staff, and staff in other ministries, including communications branches, and other internal and external stakeholders
You have consultation and advisory skills to provide strategic advice and tactical guidance to ministry/branch colleagues, ministry senior management, the Deputy Minister, the Minister and their staff
You can advise branch communications staff on the planning, implementation and evaluation of strategic and internal communications plans, programs and initiatives
You have consensus-building, mediation and collaboration skills to chair/facilitate difficult discussions and meetings with diverse groups of stakeholders, some of whom may have opposing agendas, positions and/or views
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, ****** orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and 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:
Apply by:
Friday, August 1, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Work hours:
Schedule 6
Category:
Communications; Marketing and Creative Services
Posted on:
Friday, July 18, 2026
Note:
Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
W-MT-232028/25
How to apply:
You must apply online.
Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together
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