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Business Advisor
Req ID:28391
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Number of Positions:1
Closing Date:08/28/2026

Job Summary
Working for the City means you are part of something big, something special!! You will be part for a team of engaging, enthusiastic and dedicated people that are committed to collaborating with one another to deliver on our commitment to the residents, visitors and businesses of Mississauga.

Are you a dynamic person looking for a job that combines your creativity and enthusiasm with the chance to be part of growing and changing environment? Can you learn quickly while continuing to recognize and adapt to changing conditions? Would you like to be part of a team that challenges the status quo and continually offers new and innovative ideas? If this is you, then the City of Mississauga Community Services Department has the ideal job for you.

Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Business Planning, and as a key member of the Business Planning section, you will provide professional support services to the divisions within Community Services Department:

Develop and present business cases, business/operational assessments, cost benefit analyses, and feasibility studies

Lead or assist in the management of long-term strategy projects, including developing RFPs, project charters and project plans, and lead public engagement

Negotiate partnerships with public, private, and not-for-profit (P3’s)

Develop innovative proposals for continuous improvement initiatives or new business ideas

Conduct market research and benchmarking

Undertake financial modelling and data analysis to support operational assessments

Provide consultation and advice to Commissioner, Directors and Divisional Management Teams as requested

Monitorbusiness plans for key performance measures, and provideguidance and support on multiple lines of business

Other duties as assigned or required

Skills and Qualifications

University degree in the areas of Business,



Commerce, Economics, Public Administration orequivalent

Post-graduate Master’s of Business Administration or Master’s in Public AdministrationPolicy preferred

Previous experience working in management/strategy/operational consulting is an asset

Minimum of 3 years' experience in the development and analysis of business plans/cases and strategic plans

Experience working in the government sector. Direct municipal experience is an asset

Demonstrated and proven abilities to lead consecutive, multi-stakeholder-driven projects, with above average project management skills

Demonstrated presentation skills

Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and leadership skills are required, as are excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to function in a team environment as well as work independently is a must

Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize complex and voluminous information into succinct written reports and presentations

Strong experience in conducting primary and secondary research, data collection/synthesis and financial analysis/modelling is a must

Excellent computer skills, with above average abilities in Excel and PowerPoint

Experience managing strategic or operational projects with demonstrated ability to deliver on-time quality results

Proven ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders and ability to multi-task are a must

Primarily office workplace. Prolonged exposure to computer keyboards and screens

Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 100,277.00 - $ 133,703.00 The salary grade is under review
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location:



Civic Centre
Department/Division/Section:CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Recreation & Culture Division , Business Planning
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates.

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [email protected] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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📌 Business Advisor (Ontario)
🏢 City of Mississauga
📍 Ontario