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RQ00694 - Sr. Technical Writer 1-year contract (250 bsiness days) - possible extension ONSITE 5 days (subject to HM's discretion) - 525 University Avenue Must Haves: • 7+ years of experience in the development of high-quality technical project documents. • Demonstrated ability to capture complex technical input from architects and developers and translate it into clear, structured, and user-friendly documentation for a technical audience. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and stakeholders. • Public Sector experience Description: The Technical Writer will create professional technical project documentation, including the development of project documents incorporating business and technical information provided by subject matter experts. Responsibilities: • Translate complex technical requirements into clear, structured, and professionally written project documents • Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather domain knowledge and technical content • Synthesize SME input into comprehensive, project documentation • Ensure documentation accurately reflects business needs and evaluation criteria • Drive accuracy, completeness, and quality of project documents • Ensure timely and efficient completion of project documentation • Contribute to advancing organizational digital transformation objectives Desired Skills: • Strong technical writing and documentation skills. • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, structured, business-friendly language • Experience collaborating with SMEs and cross-functional teams • Excellent synthesis and analytical skills to consolidate diverse inputs into cohesive documentation • Knowledge of industry standards and best practices relevant to technology and procurement • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and completeness • Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple deliverables • Ability to align documentation with business requirements and evaluation criteria • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify gaps or inconsistencies in requirements • Ability to produce high-quality deliverables under tight timelines • Proficiency with documentation tools (e.g., MS Word, SharePoint, collaboration platforms) Required Skills: • Proven technical writing capability, particularly for structured, formal documents • Strong ability to interpret and translate complex technical requirements into clear written content • Experience working with SMEs to extract and validate technical information • Analytical skills to synthesize inputs into accurate, cohesive deliverables • Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness • Clear written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet deadlines • Experience with a wide range of technical writing methods, tools and techniques and knowledge of industry standards and best practices • Proficiency with standard documentation and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, SharePoint) • Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards Deliverables Include (Deliverables resource is responsible for): • Project Documents • Complete, structured, and professional technical project documentation
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