Senior Policy Analyst and Policy Specialist

Important messages

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) is part of the Government of Canada, a professional, non-partisan public service that is among the best in the world.

ISED works with Canadians in all parts of the economy and is committed to:
→improving conditions for investment
→supporting science
→helping small and medium-sized businesses grow
→building capacity for clean and sustainable technologies and processes
→increasing Canada's share of global trade
→promoting tourism
→building an efficient and competitive marketplace.

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What makes us unique
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Every day, thousands of talented Canadians come to work at ISED. They come for the challenge and because they know that they are making a real difference in people's lives and directly help shape Canada’s future. We believe in constant improvement and supporting new and innovative ideas.

ISED strives to create a culture that enshrines psychological health, safety and well-being in all aspects of the workplace through collaboration, inclusivity and respect. To support employee wellness, employees have access to resources such as our new Canadian Innovation Centre for Mental Health in the Workplace. This centre promotes a safe, respectful and inclusive space for employees to share, support, network, collaborate and attend events on mental health and well-being. Events include seminars on mental health and well-being, yoga, mindfulness, and more.

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Work environment

→ Do you enjoy indulging your curiosity and debating different perspectives to craft well-reasoned options to challenges that affect a wide array of stakeholders and communities of interest?

→Do you want to work with smart, motivated and kind people who bring thoughtful perspectives based on their knowledge, diverse experience and analytics to questions of strategic and operational policies that touch Canadian business, innovation and scientific discoveries?

→Can you tell a concise and compelling story?

If you answered YES to these questions, we would love for you to come join our policy teams at ISED!

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→ The exact number of positions to be filled varies frequently, but rest assured, there are various needs for permanent and temporary staff throughout the department.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

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MUST-HAVES FOR THESE POSITIONS
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EDUCATION
→ Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Economics, Sociology or Statistics. (The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.)

EXPERIENCE (for EC-06/EC-07) where you:
→ Prepared and provided complex verbal and written briefings to provide strategic advice to senior management;
→ Established and maintained effective relationships with a key network of contacts;
→ Represented your organization by participating in various meetings/ conferences/ committees;
→ Led a complex initiative/project or various phases of one;
→ Led project teams or working groups, involving different specializations, to develop and recommend options to decision makers;
→ Conducted research and integrated complex ideas to provide strategic advice to senior management regarding major projects/ initiatives.

••EXPERIENCE (EC-07 position only) where you:
→ A minimum of 2 years having done the above;
→ Applied varied research methodologies, interpreted and explained latest thinking and practices.

COMPETENCIES
→ Knowledge of subject matter such as legislation, policies and/or practices relevant to the position being staffed.
→ Achieving Results
→ Adaptability
→ Analytical Thinking
→ Effective Interactive Communication
→ Initiative
→ Relationship Management and Collaboration
→ Strategic Thinking
→ Written Communication
→ Research

••COMPETENCY (EC-07 positions only):
→ Leadership

{The proficiency level for each competency will be based on the level of the position being staffed. The competency dictionary will be provided to you should you be considered for an interview.}

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NICE-TO-HAVES FOR THESE POSITIONS
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Please note that you will be informed of the asset qualifications (nice-to-haves) relevant to the job later on in the process. These might be applied to determine the right candidate for the positions available.

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

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Intent of the process
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→ Appointments will be made as candidates are found qualified.
→ ISED currently has a gap in the following employment equity groups: Women, Visible minorities, and Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who self-identify in any of these groups may be considered before other candidates.
→ A network of successful candidates will be created.
→ Certain positions could be staffed throughout Canada.
→ This recruitment exercise has been established in order to staff positions in ISED’s various sectors.
→ Volume management techniques may be used.

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Accommodation
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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you would like 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.

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.