Director General, Policy, Advocacy and Coordination

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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff 1 indeterminate position in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

A pool may be created to fill similar vacant 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:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• *Significant experience in leading complex policy or delivering complex program files
• *Significant experience in managing human resources
• Experience in providing strategic advice to senior management on complex and sensitive issues related to programs or policy
• Experience in consulting, negotiating and collaborating with multiple stakeholders** to build consensus on program or policy issues

*Significant will be measured by the depth and breadth of experience that is normally associated with a minimum of 3 years’ experience
**Stakeholders is defined as officials within one’s own organization, other private sector organizations, municipal/provincial/federal government, labour, or not-for-profit organizations at the senior level

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

EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in one of the following: Commerce, Business/Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Accounting or eligibility for membership in a professional accounting association (CPA)

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• *Significant experience in managing financial resources
• *Significant experience in leading the development and maintaining strategic cooperative partnerships with multiple stakeholders**
• Experience in leading the introduction of an initiative involving cultural change within an organization
• Experience in developing and disseminating complex policy research initiatives involving various organizations
• Experience in one or more of the current Agency priorities: innovation, commercialization, entrepreneurship, business skills development, productivity, trade, investment, inclusive communities, community diversification, business growth or procurement

*Significant will be measured by the depth and breadth of experience that is normally associated with a minimum of 3 years’ experience
**Stakeholders is defined as officials within one’s own organization, other private sector organizations, municipal/provincial/federal government, labour, or not-for-profit organizations at the senior level

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the policies and priorities of the Government of Canada and how they impact the regional economic development programs and policy in the Atlantic region

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
• Create Vision and Strategy
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change
• Achieve Results

Visit the following website for competency definitions: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile/examples-effective-ineffective-behaviours.html

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

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the policy and program development process within the Government of Canada.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

In support of achieving a represented workforce, current or future organizational needs may require consideration be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and Aboriginal peoples.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

• Reference checks may be sought.
• An interview may be administered.
• A written examination may be administered.
• Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
• Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.
• Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.
• Please ensure that your Personal Record Identifier (PRI) is included in your application.
• You must provide proof of your education credentials.
• Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
• A top-down screening approach may be undertaken. Candidates who meet the essential experience criteria may be ranked according to the depth and breadth of experience they possess. Only the top ranking candidates may be invited to the next phase of the process. Asset criteria may also be applied at the screening stage to ensure a more appropriate number of candidates to further assess in this process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.