Stakeholder Relations Officer

Job summary

The Stakeholder Relations Officer supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of outreach events and promotional activities to build partnerships and promote careers in the skilled trades. They manage event logistics, engage with stakeholders, and maintain accurate data to support the agency's mandate.

Job details

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 Please submit your application by October 2, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest and will only contact those whose skills, knowledge, and experience most closely match the requirements of the position. 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 opportunity employer.

What you’ll do

The Stakeholder Relations Officer supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of outreach events and promotional activities to build partnerships and promote careers in the skilled trades. They manage event logistics, engage with stakeholders, and maintain accurate data to support the agency's mandate.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a post-secondary degree or certification and one to three years of experience in event planning, coordination, or stakeholder relations. A valid driver's license and knowledge of Ontario's apprenticeship system are also required.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Event planning
• Event coordination
• Stakeholder relations
• Oral communication
• Written communication
• Organizational skills
• Coordination skills
• Presentation skills
• Database management
• Logistics management
• Vendor management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Writing and editing
• Data tracking
• Presentations
• Communication
• Planning
• Coordinating
• Stakeholder Communications
• Marketing
• Organizational Skills
• Writing
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Public Affairs
• Promotional Materials
• Newsletters
• Valid Driver's License
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Editing
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Resume Screening
• Event Planning
• Event Operations

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Marketing
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Client Relations Officer
• Event Planner
• Conference and Event Planners
• Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners