Job Description
Strategic Initiatives Specialist
Office of the CAO- Government Relations & Strategic Initiatives
Status: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: $92,153-$115,189 per annum + comprehensive benefits
Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Are you a big-picture thinker with a passion for public policy, strategy, and meaningful impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your ideas can influence real change? If so, this opportunity is for you.
Join the Region of Peel’s Government Relations & Strategic Initiatives (GRSI) team as a Specialist, Strategic Initiatives — and help shape the policies and partnerships that drive our region forward.
About the Role:
As a key member of the Office of the CAO, you’ll support the Regional Chair, Council, CAO, and Executive Leadership Team in strengthening government and stakeholder relations, informing policy decisions, and advancing corporate priorities. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects, provide strategic insight, and champion collaboration across departments and with external partners.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting key decision-makers through strategic planning, issue tracking, and briefings.
- Analyzing political and policy trends to provide expert insight and recommendations.
- Conducting research and preparing reports, briefing notes, presentations, and council materials.
- Collaborating across departments and with external stakeholders to align on corporate initiatives.
- Supporting projects that drive innovation, inclusivity, and better service delivery.
- Monitoring emerging municipal, provincial, and federal issues to inform proactive strategies.
What You Bring to the Table:
- A degree in public policy, political science, public administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in municipal government or a similar public sector environment
- Strong policy analysis, research, and strategic writing skills.
- High political acuity and comfort navigating complex, fast-moving environments.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and engaging diverse stakeholders
- Knowledge of project and change management methodologies
- A collaborative mindset, strong judgment, and a drive to make a difference.
Be bold. Think big. Join us.
Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:
- Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day!
- OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
- Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important!
- Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
- Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
- Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
- Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
- Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing — whether in your career or on a personal level.
We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work! 🎉
In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.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 include video conference technology
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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
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 200,000 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.
