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Shane Williams

Toronto

Summary

Talented Government Affairs professional with expertise in organizing multi-functional initiatives, utilizing an in-depth knowledge of the Canadian political and regulatory environment. Capable of providing leadership and being team-oriented. Policy Analyst with experience conducting in-depth evaluations under tight deadlines to examine current, pending, and proposed changes. Experienced in writing reports and making suggestions for the Ministry of Health. Over two years of experience in public administration and policy management.

Expertise in intersectionality, EDII and applying that lens to provide a special vantage point to policy issues.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Policy and Program Analyst (Policy 04)

Amita Health
09.2022 - Current

Implementation Consultant

  • To support the Ministry's objectives, I oversee and collaborate with colleagues on portfolios such as Woundpedia, Home and Community Care Support Services, Wounds Canada, Windreach Farm and many more.
  • Prepare a range of draft analyses for funding allocation for over $100,000+ (i.e. transfer payment agreement, Minister's Letter) for senior staff to examine and execute.
  • Liaison with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate program delivery and reporting.
  • Lead and coordinate meetings with stakeholders to uphold the Ministry's commitment to service while providing each client with exceptional professionalism and assistance.
  • Produce thorough and relevant reports (i.e briefing notes, excel assessments, decks) that adhere to the legislative procedure in order to resolve any gaps in program implementation.

Master Level Policy Co-op Student

Ministry Of Health
05.2022 - 08.2022

Policy Analyst

  • Analyzed discrepancies in funding allocation to ensure successful implementation in line with the division's fiscal budget.
  • Led health equity assessments on palliative care, explicitly funding allocation for hospices in Ontario. The objective was to make the province's financial allocation more egalitarian.
  • Collaborated with implementation leads on high-profile files worth over $3 billion.
  • Gathered data, metrics, and anomalies for community paramedicine, the temporary retention incentive for nurses and other files to provide senior staff high-level, thorough summaries via briefing decks and excel reports.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.

Administrative Assistant

Roots Community Services
06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Led and organized daily team meetings to assess productivity in other departments. If any problems were identified, I effectively resolved conflicts by identifying individual department needs while maintaining company goals.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Compiled detailed weekly progress reports to track, analyze and update the Programs Manager, on company's performance, budget goals, and expenses.
  • Liaised between the executive team, staff members and volunteers to suggest ways to improve client participation (i.e., fundraising, updated weekly programs, field trips).
  • Handled, organized and protected confidential information such as children's personal information, clients' medical history, and family information by utilizing secure databases.
  • Professionally managed email communication systems between clients and other departments. I was able to provide friendly and effective first-line customer service support consistently.
  • Collaborated with the lead Graphic Designer to design innovative weekly newsletters that increase client knowledge of upcoming events while outlining resources and potential opportunities for BIPOC individuals and families in the Peel and Halton Region.

Education

Master of Public Administration - Public Policy And Administration

Queen’s University
Kingston, ON
08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies And Gender Studies

Queen’s University
Kingston, ON
04.2021

Skills

  • Analytical
  • Articulated
  • Microsoft and Google Suite
  • Diversity and inclusion management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Specialized Government & Policy regulations
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Critical thinking and creative problem solving
  • Stakeholder relations and consultation skills
  • Project and Policy management
  • Financial reporting
  • Emotional Intelligence

Affiliations

Fluent English

Intermediate French (B1)

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of three in the execution of the Temporary Retention Incentive for Nurses program. Achieving a $5000 bonus for over 8000+ nurses in Ontario.
  • Achieved an expansion in scope of funding for Hospices in Ontario by completing Health Equity Impact assessments with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Successfully pushed funding packages to increase local diabetic foot care capacity in Northern, isolated, and remote communities. The geographic location most disproportionately affected by amputation rates in Ontario.

Certification

Oct 2019 — AODA’s Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation Certified, Queen's University
Jun 2019 — Ministry of Labour Training on Worker Health and Safety Awareness, Government of Ontario
Nov 2019 — Smart Serve Certified, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO)
Nov 2018 — Tri-Council Policy Statement 2: CORE Certified, Queen's University

Timeline

Policy and Program Analyst (Policy 04)

Amita Health
09.2022 - Current

Master Level Policy Co-op Student

Ministry Of Health
05.2022 - 08.2022

Administrative Assistant

Roots Community Services
06.2021 - 10.2021

Master of Public Administration - Public Policy And Administration

Queen’s University

Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies And Gender Studies

Queen’s University

Oct 2019 — AODA’s Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation Certified, Queen's University
Jun 2019 — Ministry of Labour Training on Worker Health and Safety Awareness, Government of Ontario
Nov 2019 — Smart Serve Certified, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO)
Nov 2018 — Tri-Council Policy Statement 2: CORE Certified, Queen's University

Shane Williams