Position Title: Stakeholder Relations Officer

Position Type: Fixed Term/Union *this position is represented by OPSEU

Contract Duration: Six (6) months

Location: Mississauga, ON

Job Band: 9

Salary Range: $40.59 to $48.51/hour

Hours of work: 36.25 hours/week

Reporting to: Director, Strategic Relations and Public Affairs

This posting is applicable to: Internal/External Applicants

Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is a Crown agency responsible for skilled trades certification in Ontario, which includes:

Establishing apprenticeship programs, including training standards, curriculum standards and certification exams.

Administering apprenticeship programs, including approving apprentices and sponsors, registering training agreements and assessing applications for apprenticeship program completion.

Issuing certificates of apprenticeship to completed Ontario apprentices.

Assessing experience and qualifications of individuals who have not completed an apprenticeship program in Ontario.

Administering exams, including certifying exams, in all trades subject to certifying exams.

Issuing Certificates of Qualification in all trades with certifying exams.

Renewing Certificates of Qualification in compulsory trades.

Maintaining a Public Register of people authorized to work in compulsory trades.

Researching apprenticeships and the trades.

Support the implementation of stakeholder outreach strategies to build partnerships and fulfill STO’s mandate to promote careers in the skilled trades, simplify access to services and address the labour shortage.

Support the planning, coordination and delivery of Skilled Trades Ontario's flagship outreach events, including STO on the Road and the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, while implementing stakeholder outreach strategies that build partnerships and fulfill STO's mandate to promote careers in the skilled trades, simplify access to services and address the labour shortage.

Responsibilities

Leads outreach and promotional activities to promote careers in the skilled trades, including presentations at high schools and stakeholder and community events,



with a focus on supporting STO on the Road and the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit

Plans, coordinates and implements STO on the Road and the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, including event logistics, stakeholder engagement, exhibitor coordination and onsite event support, supported by the Supervisor, Stakeholder Relations and Outreach

Pitches content and contributes to Skilled Trades Ontario’s stakeholder newsletter

Coordinates outreach to stakeholders, exhibitors, speakers and partners to support STO on the Road, Ontario Apprenticeship Summit and other stakeholder events, ensuring materials and information are provided in a timely manner

Tracks and coordinates stakeholder information from all departments to ensure updated data for the purpose of the distribution of materials and information about Skilled Trades Ontario’s initiatives and upcoming events

Works with the Correspondence Officer and relevant departments to respond to stakeholder inquiries and requests, flagging to the Supervisor as required

Ensures that all stakeholder requests for materials are processed in a timely manner

Works with the communications and marketing department to update and adapt materials for various events

Reaches out to stakeholder contacts, exhibitors, speakers and vendors to confirm event information, logistics and requirements for STO on the Road, the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, and other outreach activities.

Manages and coordinates logistics, vendors and onsite event operations for STO on the Road, the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, and other stakeholder events to ensure Skilled Trades Ontario is represented positively





Ensures that the communications and marketing department is made aware of any issues arising at events in order for Skilled Trades Ontario to respond appropriately

Provides assistance and support for any stakeholder committees, including logistics for meetings and recording of minutes

Researches and coordinates the purchase of promotional materials and items to be distributed at STO on the Road, the Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, stakeholder events and presentations

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license

Post-secondary degree or certification

Experience updating and maintaining stakeholder databases

One (1) to three (3) years' experience in event planning, event coordination, stakeholder relations, or a combination thereof

Knowledge Of

Event planning

Writing and editing techniques

Ontario’s apprenticeship system

Skills Include

Strong oral communications skills to deliver presentations, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders

Written communication skills to draft and provide input on various products

Excellent organizational skills to plan and execute Skilled Trades Ontario attendance at various events

Strong coordination skills to handle multiple tasks at one time

Our Recruitment Process Includes

Step 1: Resume Screening

Step 2: Phone Screening

Step 3: Panel Interview(s)/Assignment

Step 4: Selection

Step 5: Offer of Employment

Skilled Trades Ontario embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Skilled Trades Ontario’s Accommodation Policy, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to Skilled Trades Ontario. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Skilled Trades Ontario is an equal prospect employer.

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📌 Stakeholder Relations Officer (Ontario)
🏢 Skilled Trades Ontario / Métiers spécialisés Ontario
📍 Ontario