Team Leader, Policy Analysis

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If employees or person employed of the public service are selected, the acting appointment, deployment, assignment, secondment or Interchange Canada mechanisms could be used depending on the situation and their eligibility

Duties

The Indigenous Affairs team in the Strategic Policy Branch is seeking a passionate, interested and motivated Team Leader, Policy Analysis, to support us in the Atlantic and Quebec Regions. Duties include, but are not limited to, supervising a team, participating in land claims negotiations within the federal negotiating team, assisting in the coordination of federal government activities concerning Atlantic Indigenous activities in collaboration with other federal departments, fostering the development and maintenance of effective relationships with Indigenous organizations in the Atlantic region and advising regional branches on activities related to Indigenous matters.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar permanent and/or temporary positions.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

(ED1) Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

Note: 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

(EX1) Significant* and recent* experience in managing the activities of a work unit, as well as in managing human and financial resources in a regional organization.
(EX2) Experience in building partnerships or working with various stakeholders including Indigenous groups, governments and non governmental organizations.
(EX3) Experience in providing advice, guidance and strategic recommendations to senior executives.
(EX4) Experience in managing projects.
(EX5) Experience in conducting multilateral and multisectoral working groups or committees.

*Significant experience is defined as a minimum experience of four consecutive years.
** Recent experience is defined as experience acquired within the last six years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

EXPERIENCE

(AEX1) Experience in negotiating with Indigenous groups.
(AEX2) Experience in managing projects with Indigenous groups.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

(K1) Knowledge of current and emerging issues relating to northern and Indigenous affairs, as well as to the environment, on a regional, national and international scale.
(K2) Knowledge of the Department’s organization, legislation, policies, programs, objectives and priorities.
(K3) Knowledge of principles related to negotiations and consultations on complex issues relating to environmental problems.
(K4) Knowledge of stakeholders in the Atlantic region in the field of the environment and Indigenous.

ABILITIES

(A1) Ability to direct teams within a complex matrix organization, and manage conflicts and difficult situations.
(A2) Ability to establish and manage priorities, as well as a varied workload, in order to achieve the objectives of various programs and respect tight deadlines.
(A3) Ability to obtain cooperation from numerous stakeholders, as well as government and non governmental partners, negotiate agreements, and reach consensus.
(A4) Ability to provide advice and recommendations.
(A5) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

(PS1) Leadership
(PS2) Judgment
(PS3) Interpersonal relationships
(PS4) Strategic thinking
(PS5) Results oriented
(PS6) Values and ethics

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, visible minorities

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT

Must have a valid driver’s licence

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Willing and able to travel.
Willing and able to work overtime when required, often on 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

Only applications received directly through this site using the “Apply online” link will be accepted. Any applications submitted outside of the Public Service Resourcing System will not be considered for the purpose of this process.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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

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.