Senior Advisor

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

Only applications received directly via the System (https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/public-service-jobs.html) will be accepted. If you require accommodation for any reason, you must contact the HR Advisor listed below before the closing date.

If you do not clearly demonstrate how you meet all screening criteria, your application will be rejected. Your application may also be rejected if it has incomplete information. We will not contact you to request information that is missing from your application

Work environment

The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) is a central agency located in the National Capital Region. Working at TBS offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the work of a central federal agency, and to be part of cultivating the federal public service as a model workplace. With high-performing teams and innovative practices, TBS professionals in various fields serve Canadians by collaborating on government-wide initiatives, driving excellence in people management and taking initiative while effectively managing risks.

TBS’s new flagship facility at 90 Elgin Street, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, is the hub of its activities. The new building meets the government’s Workplace 2.0 concept, has Wi-Fi throughout, and has many fully equipped videoconference areas to support collaboration and innovation. Employees have access to amenities such as showers, change rooms and secure bicycle storage, allowing them to commute using Ottawa’s bike path system.

If you are a leader, a motivator and a strategic thinker who wants to work for one of Canada’s Top Employers, consider joining the TBS team.

**Please note that telework may be allowed, at the manager’s discretion.**

Intent of the process

The initial intent of this process is to offer one term position.

NOTE: no pool of qualified persons will be established.

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:
-Graduation with a PhD from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in Behavioural Sciences, Behavioural Psychology or Behavioural Economics.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
-Significant* experience in policy or program development or policy or program analysis in relation to the use of experimentation or behavioural sciences, behavioural psychology or behavioural economics to deliver outcomes in public, not-for-profit or private sector organizations;
-Significant* experience in advising or giving presentation to senior officials (e.g., Directors General, Assistant Deputy Ministers, Assistant Secretaries, company leadership, academic experts) on complex issues related to behavioural sciences, behavioural psychology or behavioural economics;
-Significant* experience engaging with the national and international behavioural sciences communities through conference presentations, dialogues, network building and shared academic interest in advancing the fields of behavioural sciences, behavioural psychology or behavioural economics;
-Significant* experience creating and delivering conference papers or academic papers or articles for public release on behavioural sciences, behavioural psychology or behavioural economics, with a focus on applying these approached to organizational design or human systems (e.g. human resources or talent management);
-Experience in developing or providing advice on open government, government experimentation strategies or government use of behavioural sciences to achieve outcomes;
-Experience in recruiting and hiring talent to a team for the purposes of advancing the use of behavioural sciences, behavioural psychology or behavioural economics in the organization.

*Significant is defined as a depth and breadth of experience normally acquired with having performed a broad range of complex related activities for a period of approximately three (3) years.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
-Knowledge of behavioural sciences, behavioural psychology or behavioural economics in relationship to organizational change, human resources, or bias reduction approaches;
-Knowledge of current issues in innovation, human resources and experimentation in the Government of Canada.

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

Organizational Needs:
-Treasury Board Secretariat employees affected by workforce adjustment may be appointed before persons employed by other government organizations;
-In support of achieving a diverse workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women.

Operational Requirements:
-Willingness to work overtime on short notice;
-Willingness to travel occasionally.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

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

We will communicate with you about this process by email. As a result, you must update your Public Service Resourcing System profile if it changes. Applicants should use an email address that accepts messages from unknown senders (some email systems block such messages).

If you do not respond to our communications, we will interpret this as your withdrawal from the process.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

An assignment, secondment, or acting appointment requires approval of your supervisor.

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.