Policy Analyst

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

Please be advised this process will be used to staff positions in the new Department of Indigenous Services Canada. The creation of the Department of Indigenous Services Canada is an important development in our renewed relationship with Indigenous peoples. These structural changes will allow our government to work more effectively with Indigenous partners to provide services that improve people’s day-to-day quality of life.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one position on a term basis. A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions with various employment types and tenures (indeterminate, specified period or acting appointment, deployment, assignment, secondment). It may also be used to staff similar positions in Halifax with various tenures in the future.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 4,000 words (maximum) "VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE: It is your responsibility as a candidate to submit a cover letter, which clearly outlines how you meet each of the screening qualifications (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets) as well as a CV which is linked to the information in your cover letter. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that you meet the qualifications or to provide a listing of current or past task descriptions. Rather you must provide concrete examples, which illustrate how you meet each qualification. One suitable approach is to use each screening qualification as a heading, and provide a detailed description on how that qualification is met. Failure to provide an appropriate cover letter may result in your application being rejected from the process. Candidates must clearly indicate the length of their work experiences, by providing detailed information. The candidate cover letter will be used to assess the ability to communicate in writing."

Contact information for 3 references.

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:
Experience in researching, drafting and finalizing formal written products including at least two of the following: narrative reports, briefing notes, evaluation reports, and presentations.
Experience working on projects or initiatives that require collaboration with stakeholders (For example, client groups, other government departments, other levels of government).
Experience in planning and facilitating meetings or events.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of Indigenous Services Canada -First Nations and Inuit Health Branch priorities

ABILITIES:
Ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources into briefings and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work effectively with First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Aboriginal Cultural Competency
Effective Interpersonal Relationships
Initiative
Judgment
Reliability
Respect for diversity
Teamwork

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

EDUCATION:
Graduation with an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Experience working in First Nation Communities.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Indigenous Services Canada is committed to ensuring a fair and equitable workforce representation and distribution of women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities reflective of their representation in the Canadian population.

In alignment with the APEP in support of strategically increasing Aboriginal representation in areas having the most impact on program delivery and health outcomes of FNIHB’s target population, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to Aboriginal peoples. Aboriginal candidates must use the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form (AAAF).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willing and able to travel.
Willing and able to work overtime with short notice.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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.

Please ensure that your email address is on your application for correspondence. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email.)

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Reference checks will be conducted

Interviews will be conducted

Written test(s) may be administered

Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only).

Candidates must ensure that they are available for any testing or interviews required.

Candidates from outside the federal public service who are invited to written exams and/or interviews will be responsible for travel and accommodation expenses.

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.