Economic Development Officer

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This position is located in Yellowknife, in the Northwest Territories. Candidates applying from outside of Yellowknife must be willing to relocate to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Relocation assistance is available. Applicants may wish to review the Relocation Directive for information: http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/nrd-drc/index-eng.php.

The salary range for this position is $73,834 to $105,131, plus applicable northern allowances as well as vacation travel assistance. Rates and conditions are subject to change.

Work environment

Established in August 2009, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) is the only federal department with an exclusive mandate for the North. The headquarters of CanNor is located in Iqaluit, Nunavut. CanNor also has regional offices in Yukon and the Northwest Territories, and a liaison office in Ottawa.

CanNor's vision is to develop a strong, diversified, sustainable and dynamic economy for Northerners and Indigenous people, communities and businesses across Canada's three Territories. As the smallest of the Government of Canada’s five regional development agencies (less than 100 staff in total), CanNor provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking to be part of a small but mighty organization that leverages its nimbleness to tackle some serious, high-profile socio-economic issues.

In short, this is definitely not just another boring old desk job! This is a rewarding opportunity for motivated and resourceful individuals to make a real difference in the economic and social wellbeing of northern residents; by working directly with communities and businesses, and witnessing first-hand the results of the government’s investments.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill one (1) full-time indeterminate (permanent) position in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

A pool of qualified candidates may also be established and may be used to fill similar positions, with varying tenures, in any of CanNor’s northern offices.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

ED: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

E1: Significant experience* in the analysis and evaluation of business or community economic development plans or proposals.

*Significant experience means experience that is a core part of the candidate’s employment for a period of time that would provide the depth and breadth of experience normally obtained over the course of at least two (2) years.

E2: Experience in the promotion of a program or service to a community or business.

E3: Experience in working with stakeholders and building strategic relationships.

E4: Experience in drafting documents, such as reports, briefing notes or correspondence.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential
This position require proficiency in the English language.

Information on language requirements

K1: Knowledge of economic development opportunities and challenges in Northern Canada (Northern Canada is defined as above the 60th parallel).
K2: Knowledge of market trends, trade and investment opportunities and tourism in Northern Canada.
K3: Knowledge of federal and territorial government programs related to economic development in Northern Canada.

A1: Ability to analyze and provide recommendations.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A4: Negotiating skills.

PS1: Decisiveness
PS2: Effective interpersonal relationships
PS3: Initiative
PS4: Judgement
PS5: Integrity

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

AED: Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with specialization in commerce, economics, or business administration.

Degree equivalency

AE1: Experience working or living in Northern Canada, which is defined as north of the 60th parallel.

AE2: Experience working with Aboriginal governments and/or communities.

AE3: Experience negotiating cost sharing arrangements, including grants and contributions, with recipients.

CURRENT AND/OR FUTURE ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, women, visible minorities and persons with disabilities

Willingness and ability to work overtime.
Willingness and ability to travel in the North.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - The incumbent and their dependants* may be required to obtain Health Canada medical clearance in accordance with the Isolated Post and Government Housing Directive.
(*) includes incumbent’s spouse or common-law partner and children.

Other information

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate candidates.

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer ‘screening questions’ concerning the essential education as well as the essential and asset experience qualifications. It is your responsibility to provide clear and concrete examples in your response to each question. Your responses should provide concrete examples that demonstrate how you meet / possess the essential/asset qualifications you will be asked about, and the period of time during which you performed these tasks. Content of your responses should be supported by your resume as your responses to these questions will be used to validate this information.

All information pertaining to this process will be sent by e-mail and/or will be indicated in your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). It is your responsibility to verify your e-mail and PSRS account on a regular basis for new communication regarding this selection process.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials at a later date. Foreign educational credentials must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment service. If the candidate has been educated outside of Canada, it is the candidate’s responsibility to have his or her certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian educational standards. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education during the assessment phase of the staffing process. Guidance may be found at the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at http://www.cicic.ca.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Isolated Post and Government Housing Directive: http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.