Research and Policy Officer

Important messages

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Duties

You will undertake quantitative and qualitative research and policy analysis to inform:

• the formulation and implementation of FCAC’s program activities, aimed at empowering Canadian financial consumers and strengthening their financial literacy
• the development of advice and recommendations to policy makers on consumer finance issues
• interdepartmental, intra-governmental and international files related to financial literacy

Work environment

FCAC is a separate agency that offers the same pension and benefits plans as the core federal public service. In addition, you will benefit from a minimum of four (4) weeks of vacation leave per year, earn a competitive salary, and be eligible for an annual performance pay. We have our own classification system (RE and REX).

We are a passionate, enthusiastic and innovative team committed to protecting consumers by supervising federally regulated financial entities and by strengthening the financial literacy of Canadians. With a team of more than 100 employees and plans to grow, we strive to give you opportunities to meet your personal and professional goals in a respectful and inclusive workplace. We are located in downtown Ottawa.

If you are motivated, strategic and creative and want to join a dynamic team, FCAC is definitely for you!

Intent of the process

This selection process may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates, which could be used to staff similar or identical positions with various linguistic profiles and requirements, security profiles and various tenures.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Degree from a recognized university in a field relevant to the position, such as Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Finance or Statistics

Degree equivalency

Recent* experience undertaking research and/or policy analysis in a field relevant to the position (e.g., economic research, social research, statistical analysis, etc.).

Recent* experience presenting research and/or policy analysis results in written analytical reports.

Recent* experience managing processes to ensure successful delivery of corporate objectives.

*Recent is defined as having acquired the experience within the last 3 years.

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

Master’s degree from a recognized university in a field relevant to the position, such as Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Finance or Statistics.

Degree equivalency

Recent* experience evaluating social interventions, programs, and/or policies.

*Recent is defined as having acquired the experience within the last 3 years.

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of quantitative analysis techniques and tools supporting social research.

Knowledge of emerging trends in Canada's financial sector and their implications for the National Strategy for Financial Literacy – Count me in, Canada.

Building Business Relationships
Innovative Thinking
Results Oriented
Service Orientation

Ability to communicate effectively in writing
Ability to communicate effectively orally

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

Willingness and availability to travel.
Willingness and availability to work with tight deadlines.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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

You may be assessed using a variety of tools (email communication, online test, written examination, interview, presentation, recent and past performance assessment, reference check, etc.).

You are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of your choice. Please indicate in your application your preferred official language.

All job applications must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System online. To submit an application on-line, please click on "APPLY ONLINE" below.

If you do not have Internet access, here are some suggested locations: campus career centres, libraries, community centres, Internet cafés, Canada/Student Employment Centres, and Public Service Commission (PSC) regional offices. You may also call 1-800 O-Canada (1-800-622-6232), or TTY 1-800-926-9105, for information on the nearest public Internet access location.

Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process and to contact 1-800-645-5605 prior to the closing date.

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.

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.