Infrastructure Ontario (IO), an Ontario crown corporation, provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiative to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and realty. IO has been recognized domestically and internationally for the way it does business and the success it has had with its major projects, real estate services, infrastructure lending, commercial projects, and development mandate. IO delivers some of the most complex, ambitious commercial and land development solutions for the Province and continues to evolve and expand its capabilities to maximize its public impact and deliver on its vision of creating a connected, modern and competitive Ontario. Position Purpose The Senior Partnerships Manager leads client relationship management for large capital ministries and serves as the primary point of contact for designated ministry partners. The role develops and implements strategies that strengthen and standardize IO’s client relationships, ensuring alignment, responsiveness, and effective collaboration across IO business lines. This position provides strategic advice and hands‑on support throughout all project stages, including early project development, government interactions, approvals, and delivery. What You Will Do Act as the primary contact for designated large capital ministries, coordinating responses to priorities, requests, and direction. Lead strategic advisory services, facilitating internal alignment and preparing materials for ministry briefings and government decision‑making. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior ministry officials, agencies, and key stakeholders to advance organizational objectives. Identify and resolve issues early,



intervening with ministries staff as needed to prevent escalation and support effective issues management. Provide training, tools, and education to IO teams on government relations, client engagement etiquette, and partnerships processes. Mentor Partnerships Managers to support development and ensure strong backup for large capital ministry engagements. Who You Are Experience in government or a public‑sector agency, with solid knowledge of public‑sector decision‑making processes. Exceptional relationship‑building skills with senior officials and external stakeholders. Strong diplomacy, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to manage sensitive issues and competing priorities. Ability to interpret direction from ministries and translate it into actionable steps that align IO teams and drive outcomes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing materials for executive and government audiences. University degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field; a Master’s degree is considered an asset. High attention to detail, adaptability, strong political acumen, and a client‑centric mindset. What We Offer Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve. A Defined Contribution Pension Plan, with Infrastructure Ontario contributing the equivalent of 5% of a full‑time employee’s annual salary and will also match any employee contribution up to an additional 5% of their annual salary. To provide further options for planning and saving for the future, IO offers a Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings

📌 Senior Partnerships Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Infrastructure Ontario
📍 Toronto