Program Officer

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 take note that Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) reserves the right to verify claims of Aboriginal affiliation. For appointment processes where the area of selection was limited to Aboriginal peoples or to members of designated employment equity groups that included Aboriginal peoples, the Aboriginal candidates proposed for appointment or appointed must complete and sign the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form as a condition of appointment prior to or at the same time as the offer of appointment, even if they have already self-declared as an EE member when applying.

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/appointment-framework/employment-equity-diversity/affirmation-aboriginal-affiliation/affirmation-aboriginal-affiliation-form.html

Candidates must demonstrate, in their cover letter how they meet the EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE factors listed in the essential qualifications and asset (other) qualifications (if applicable). It is NOT sufficient to only state that these qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past duties & responsibilities. Rather, you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by describing examples of work performed. Information described in an application, cover letter, or screening questions must be supported by your corresponding résumé. Failure to provide sufficient information, in the format required, may result in your application being eliminated from the process.

The client organization will accept applications ON-LINE ONLY.

Work environment

Why choose Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)?

Contribute to ISC's interesting and unique mandate by playing a role in supporting services and programs in communities such as education, housing, community infrastructure and social support. Leave your mark on Canadian history, as you work with a team that is leading the government’s work in Manitoba. Join a workplace committed to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. You can’t find this type of experience anywhere else.

Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and address the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

Interested in knowing more about current employee's experiences working with ISC? Click on the links below to watch their heart warming testimonial!

https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1548253320342/1548253362303

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Intent of the process

A pool of partially and/or fully assessed candidates may be established to staff similar positions within Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)/ Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada with various linguistic profiles, security requirements as well as tenures, which may vary according to the position being staffed.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum)

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

EDUCATION:

ED1 - A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).

Note:
1.The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are: ◦A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
◦An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:
a.Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and
b.Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the PM classification.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

EXP1 - Experience in providing advice on program administration services.

EXP2 - Experience in researching and analysing information, developing options and recommendations.

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

Various language requirements
English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

K1 - Knowledge of the Indigenous issues.

ABILITIES:

A1 - Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A2 - Ability to communicate effectively in writing. (*Please see "Other Information" below)
A3 - Ability to manage a program or project.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

PS1 - Demonstrates integrity and respect.
PS2 - Thinking things through.
PS3 - Working effectively with others.
PS4 - Showing initiative and being action-oriented.
PS5 - Adaptability.
PS6 - Attention to detail.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

AED1 – Graduation with a degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

AE1 - Experience in financial or administration verification activities.

AE2 - Experience in working with Indigenous organizations

AE3 - Experience in interpreting and applying regulations or policies.

AE4 - Experience in conducting assessments, audits, and/or compliance reviews.

AE5 - Experience using word processing and spreadsheet software, and databases.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

One or more of the following operational requirements may be required depending upon the position being staffed:

- Willing and able to travel frequently to remote locations via small aircraft, vehicle or boat, occasionally in adverse road and weather conditions.

- Willing and able to travel outside Manitoba for operational reasons, as well as for training and for meetings.

- Willingness and ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license or mobility, usually associated with having a driver's license, as required.

- Willing and able to work overtime as required.

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

PLEASE NOTE:

Ability to communicate effectively in writting: May be assessed with the Written Communication Proficiency Test (351). For more information on this test, please visit the following site:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/staffing-assessment-tools-resources/human-resources-specialists-hiring-managers/human-resources-toolbox/personnel-psychology-centre/consultation-test-services/public-service-commission-tests/written-communication-proficiency-test-wcpt-351.html

1. All applications must be submitted online through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS). Do not email, fax or mail in applications, as these may not be accepted.

2. 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.

3. Candidates are strongly encouraged to indicate if they meet any of the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Meeting one or many of the asset qualifications may be a deciding factor in appointing a particular candidate amongst the qualified candidates. Please note that one, some or all of the asset qualifications could be used at any stage of the staffing process.

4. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the candidate’s responsibility 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).

5. A variety of assessment tools may be used in the assessment of candidates, such as: * written test, practical test, situational exercise, * oral interview, simulation, presentation, role-play, work samples, performance appraisals and/or * reference checks. Some assessment tools may be administered electronically, others, in-person. (* Indicates those tools that will most likely be used in this process.).

6. Online assessments may be scheduled and applicants will be invited to participate in these assessments via email. Applicants MUST make themselves available within the time span of the testing phase. The written/online exam MAY be administered outside of regular working hours including evenings and weekends.

7. If you are unavailable for the scheduled assessment session, you must inform us immediately. Applicants will be only be rescheduled on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation may be required at the time of your request to be re-scheduled.

8. Applicants are entitled to participate in the staffing process in the official language of their choice and are required to indicate their preferred official language in their application profile.

9. NOTE: The PSRS system will time out after 60 minutes which may result in your inability to save your work or loss of data. It is recommended that you draft all responses as well as your CV/résumé in another document on your PC that can be saved (e.g. in MS Word or WordPerfect) and copy/paste into the PSRS system when completed. ISC is not responsible for system problems, which may result in loss or data and/or incomplete or non-submitted applications.

10. Depending on the number of applicants, ISC needs and HR plans, volume management strategies such as random selection, application of one (1) or more assets, top-down approach, and/or cut-off scores MAY be used for the purpose of managing applications/candidates.

11. Depending on the requirements of the position(s) being staffed from this process, for current or future vacancies, any or all of the asset qualifications, operational requirements, and organizational needs may be applied at the time of staffing. Candidates may be contacted and assessed against these criteria at any time during this process.

12. Candidates invited to the assessment stage will be required to provide ORIGINAL proof of their education credentials, i.e., their degree or official transcript. Failure to do so may result in you not being considered further in the selection process.

13. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/

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.