Director, Pharmacy Program Policy

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

Indigenous Services Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Duties

The Director, Pharmacy Program Policy is accountable for the development, management and oversight of the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program publicly funded drug plan that directly affects the health of eligible First Nations and Inuit.

Work environment

Newly created, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) works collaboratively with partners to improve access to high quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and address the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

These positions offer you an opportunity to participate in the creation of a new department and to make a meaningful and lasting impact. Join our team!

Intent of the process

The intent is to staff the position of Director, Pharmacy Program Policy.

The process may be used to staff similar positions with Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada with various language requirements and profiles.

All federal organizations listed in the Schedules I, IV and V of the Financial Administration Act (FAA) may use this selection process to staff similar positions in their organization.

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)

Graduation with a degree in Pharmacy from a recognized post-secondary institution.

For more information:
https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/staffing/qualification-standards/core.html#toc6

Degree equivalency

Hold a valid pharmacist license and be in good standing with a Canadian Provincial or Territorial Regulatory Body.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in managing human and financial resources.

Experience in managing the development and implementation of pharmaceutical policy frameworks, policies and services in a supplemental health benefits environment.

Recent* and significant* experience in providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior management (at the DG level and above) on complex clinical cases and operational issues.

Recent* and significant* experience in maintaining effective partnerships and representing departmental interest with:

A) Internal and external stakeholders, including Indigenous groups such Assembly of First Nations, the Inuit Tapiri Kanatami and provincial territorial organizations representing First Nations and Inuit.

AND

B) Health care provider associations, regulatory bodies, and private sector service providers.

NOTE (*):

Recent is defined as experience acquired over the last five (5) years.

Significant is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various complex related activities for a minimum of two (2) years.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC
Bilingual Non- Imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the delivery of pharmaceutical care in Canada and the role of the Government of Canada in the delivery of this care to certain populations.

Knowledge of professional standards of practice such as the code of ethics, laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy across Canada.

Knowledge of current issues affecting pharmaceutical care to First Nations and Inuit, and the broader Canadian healthcare system.

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Create Vision and Strategy

Mobilize people

Uphold Integrity and Respect

Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders

Promote Innovation and Guide Change

Achieve Results

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

Indigenous Services Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willingness and ability to travel.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - 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

All applications must be submitted online at www.jobs-emplois.gc.ca through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS).

We may use any assessment method deemed appropriate to determine whether you meet the qualifications outlined on the poster, including a review of past performance and accomplishments, the talent management questionnaire, examinations, interviews and reference checks.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. We will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

The Top Down ranking approach may be used in the process. Only the top-scoring candidates will be invited to the next phase of the process.

For information on preparing for the selection process, visit www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/staffing-assessment-tools-resources/human-resources-specialists-hiring-managers/human-resources-toolbox/personnel-psychology-centre/assessment-counselling-services/executive-counselling-services.html

Communication for this appointment process will be sent via e-mail.
It is your responsibility to ensure to communicate any changes related to your coordinates.

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.