Analyst / Research Advisor / Economist

Important messages

*Poster 2017-CSD-EA-NHQ-19191-1 was reposted as 2017-CSD-EA-NHQ-19191-2. Applicants who applied on process 2017-CSD-EA-NHQ-19191-1 do not need to re-apply to this current poster 2017-CSD-EA-NHQ-19191-2.*

A covering letter and resume MUST be submitted when applying for this selection process. It is your responsibility as a candidate to submit a cover letter that clearly explains and substantiates, in detail, how you meet each of the essential and asset qualifications (for education and experience) associated with the positions for which you are applying. Please note it is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must provide concrete examples, which illustrate how you meet each qualification.

Please use the wording of each qualification as a header and then write HOW, WHERE and WHEN (M-Y to M-Y) you obtained the experience. The resume will be considered a secondary source which could be used to validate the education and experience described in the cover letter. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that your cover letter and resume may be used to partially assess the ability to “communicate effectively in writing”.

Random selection may be used to identify which applicants will be assessed in this appointment process.

A pass mark will be established for each essential qualification. Candidates must meet each essential qualification to be appointed to the position. A candidate may be appointed to the position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications, organizational requirements, or operational needs. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be used as a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Intent of the process

The number of positions to be staffed will be determined according the organisational needs.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions within Employment and Social Development Canada across Canada with various security requirements and language requirements (English or French Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB only) on a temporary or permanent basis.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 9,999 words (maximum)

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)

Education:

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

E1-Recent* and significant** work experience using qualitative and quantitative research approaches and methods for data collection, preparation and analysis.

E2-Recent* and significant ** work experience developing and conducting research projects on labour markets and/or socio-economic issues.

E3-Recent* and significant** work experience drafting written reports, presentations, or briefing material to present findings or recommendations resulting from research or analysis.

E4-Significant** work experience collaborating with internal and external organizations such as, but not limited to, members of the public and clients, various organizations, provincial and territorial governments, universities and research organizations, Indigenous and international organizations.

E5-Work experience in synthesizing complex information and in the preparation of strategic advice and recommendations to senior management*** or for public dissemination.

* Recent experience is defined as experience acquired in the last five (5) years.
**Significant means performing a broad range of related activities over a period of approximately 3 years.
***Senior management is defined as director level and above.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB
English or French Essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:

K1-Knowledge of Employment and Social Development Canada’s mandate, priorities and programs as they relate to the Canadian labour market.

K2-Knowledge of emerging socio-economic trends affecting Canada’s labour market.

Abilities:

A1-Ability to analyze and synthesize information and complex issues, draw implications and provide strategic advice to senior management.

A2-Ability to gather a wide array of policy/program relevant evidence, identify trends and draw conclusions.

A3-Ability to set and adjust priorities, and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

A4-Ability to work effectively with stakeholders, colleagues, and others, both inside and outside the department.

A5-Ability to provide information and guidance to colleagues and team members on work methods and procedures and project objectives.

A6-Using Technology: Ability to use spreadsheet and word processing software for complex tasks.

A7-Analytical Research Skills: Analytical Skills – The ability to analyze data using appropriate tools and methodologies and to prepare meaningful reports that summarize and interpret the information provided by the data.

A8-Verification and Accuracy: Ability to ensure that analysis produced by self and others is complete and accurate, that errors are corrected, and to follow through on the details of task completion.

A9-Ability to communicate effectively orally.

A10-Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Personal Suitability:

PS1-Initiative
PS2-Judgement
PS3-Dependability
PS4-Effective Interpersonal Skills

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

AED1-Master’s degree or PhD from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

AE1-Experience conducting field studies.

AE2-Experience using quantitative research and analysis methods (e.g. regression analysis) applied to survey or administrative data.

AE3-Experience working on contentious issues involving several stakeholders or clients with divergent or competing interests.

Knowledge:

AK1-Knowledge of the economic environment and labour market conditions as well as social issues and trends characterizing regional, provincial or territorial economies.

Ability:

AA1-Ability to use geospatial visualization technology for presenting place-based data, research and analysis.

Employment and Social Development Canada is committed to employment equity (EE). In order to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as being a member of one or more of the following EE groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women and visible minorities.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

- Willingness to work overtime occasionally.
- Willingness to travel occasionally.

Reliability Status security clearance
Secret security clearance

Other information

As this process may be used to fill other departmental vacancies, your application (e.g. CV, assessments, results) could be shared with other hiring managers in order for the department to make optimal use of our pools.

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

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

PLEASE NOTE: For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/ assessment purposes ( including issuing screening results, and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. It is your responsibility to inform us at all times of any changes regarding your contact information.

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.