Apply By: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:59 pm EDTEducation Quality and Accountability Office, Finance and Procurement UnitCity:TorontoPosition(s) language:Job term:1 Temporary - up to 24 months with possibility of extensionWe are seeking a strategic Procurement Consultant to lead and support procurement strategies initiatives that drive value, transparency and efficiency at the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO).About EQAOThe Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) is an arm's length government agency of the Ministry of Education. EQAO contributes to the continuous improvement of Ontario's publicly funded education system. The agency creates and delivers engaging and relevant online curriculum-based large-scale assessments for students that lead to further insights and information needed to support student learning and improve student outcomes. Read about our strategic priorities.About the jobIn this role, you will:lead end-to-end procurement processes, including competitive tendering, vendor communications and contract developmentprovide advice to internal teams on procurement strategies, risk mitigation and compliance with OPS directives and EQAO policiesdevelop and update procurement policies, procedures, templates and tools to support consistent and transparent practicessupport EQAO projects by identifying procurement needs and providing expert adviceProcurement and contract management expertiseYou have:understanding of procurement policies, contract law, risk management,



and competitive bidding practicesability to develop procurement strategies and advise on complex tendering processesability to align procurement plans with diverse project needs and organizational prioritiesexperience interpreting and applying procurement directives, standing agreements, and contract termsProject management and technical skillsYou are:able to manage procurement timelines and align them with project life cyclesskilled in using financial and market analysis to support purchasing decisionsproficient with office software to track, report, and present procurement dataCommunication and collaboration skillsYou can:provide clear, practical advice to managers and prepare procurement documentation, including memos, tenders, and reportsbuild strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders to support fair, transparent procurementAnalytical and problem-solving skillsYou can:assess business cases and ensure compliance with procurement rulesidentify and resolve procurement issues and recommend process improvementsreview and update procedures, systems, and guidelines to enhance contract managementuse data and insights to support decision-making and risk mitigationHow we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe 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, sexual 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 initiativesaccessibilityAnti-Racism Policy1 English Temporary, duration up to 24 months, 2 Carlton St, Toronto, Toronto RegionAssociation of Management, Administrative and Qualified Crown Employees of OntarioThe 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.OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Procurement Consultant (Winnipeg)
🏢 Education Quality and Accountability Office
📍 Winnipeg