Economic Development Officer / Advisor

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Assessment accommodation

You must provide concrete and detailed examples to clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience requirements listed in the essential qualifications and asset qualifications sections (below). The screening board cannot make any assumptions about your experience. It is not sufficient to say that you have the required qualifications or to list your current duties. One effective approach would be to write one or two paragraphs, using concrete examples, to demonstrate how you meet each of the required experience criteria and ensure that clear and accurate details are provided. The curriculum vitae may be used as a secondary source to confirm the experience described in the questionnaire.

Applications that do not clearly demonstrate that the candidate meets the screening criteria will not be given further consideration.

The intent of this process is to fill 2 full-time permanent positions in Iqaluit, Nunavut (anticipatory). Candidates applying from outside of Iqaluit must be willing to relocate.

The salary range for this position is: $73,834 to $105,131. In addition, the selected candidate(s) will also be entitled to:
• A northern isolated post allowance ranging from $18,000/year to $32,000/year
• vacation travel assistance approximately $2,000-$3,000 per person (i.e. the employee and eligible dependents, including spouse/common-law partner), twice per year; and,
• Subsidized federal government housing is also available for these positions.

Please note that rates and conditions above are subject to change. Please see the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive for more information at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php.

Financial assistance is also available to cover the costs of relocation to Iqaluit. Applicants may wish to review the Relocation Directive for information at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/nrd-drc/index-eng.php.

Work environment

Established in August 2009, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) is the only federal department with an exclusive mandate for the North. The headquarters of CanNor is located in Iqaluit, Nunavut. CanNor also has regional offices in Yukon and the Northwest Territories, and a liaison office in Ottawa.

CanNor's vision is to develop a strong, diversified, sustainable and dynamic economy for Northerners and Indigenous people, communities and businesses across Canada's three Territories. As the smallest of the Government of Canada’s five regional development agencies (less than 100 staff in total), CanNor provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking to be part of a small but mighty organization that leverages its nimbleness to tackle some serious, high-profile socio-economic issues.

In short, this is definitely not just another boring old desk job! This is a rewarding opportunity for motivated and resourceful individuals to make a real difference in the economic and social wellbeing of northern residents; by working directly with communities and businesses, and witnessing first-hand the results of the government’s investments.

The Headquarters of CanNor are located in Iqaluit, Nunavut; Canada’s newest and smallest capital city. With a population of approximately 8,000, Iqaluit is an exciting, dynamic city that is the political, business, media and transportation hub of Nunavut. The city of Iqaluit is rich with traditional Inuit culture, and has many exciting things to offer residents including great recreation programs, a vibrant arts and culture scene and of course, unique landscapes and opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill (anticipatory) two (2) full-time indeterminate (permanent) positions in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

A pool of qualified candidates may also be established and may be used to fill similar positions, with varying tenures, in any of CanNor’s northern offices.

Applicants will be considered in the following order:

1. Those who identify themselves as Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement (e.g. Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement);
2. If there are no qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, all other applicants will be considered for these positions.

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)

Education
ED: A secondary school diploma, or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience
E1: Significant* experience in the delivery of community or economic development programs involving multiple stakeholders.

*Significant is defined as experience associated with full-time performance of duties for a minimum period of two years.

E2: Experience in providing written advice to senior officials** in support of program or project management.

** Senior official is defined as director level or equivalent and above.

E3: Experience in building and maintaining partnerships or stakeholder networks.

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

Education
AED: An undergraduate degree from a recognized university in Economics, Commerce or Business Administration, or other relevant specialization.

Degree equivalency

Experience
AE1: Experience working with Indigenous communities and governments.
AE2: Experience in the management and/or administration of grants and contributions programs.
AE3: Experience in working in a northern or remote environment.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge
K1: Knowledge of challenges and opportunities related to northern economic development.
K2: Knowledge of the activities of the federal and territorial governments related to economic development in the three territories, with particular reference to the activities of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor).

Abilities
A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A3: Ability to solve problems.
A4: Ability to provide advice.

Personal Suitability
PS1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
PS2: Thinking things through
PS3: Working effectively with others
PS4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
In support of our strategy to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following groups: Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, Indigenous, women, visible minority, and persons with disabilities.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - The incumbent and his/her dependants* must obtain Health Canada medical clearance in accordance with the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive.

*Includes incumbent’s spouse or common-law partner and children.

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 information obtained throughout the selection process, from time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate candidates.

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer ‘screening questions’ concerning the essential education as well as the essential and asset experience qualifications. It is your responsibility to provide clear and concrete examples in your response to each question. Your responses should provide concrete examples that demonstrate how you meet / possess the essential/asset qualifications you will be asked about, and the period of time during which you performed these tasks. Content of your responses should be supported by your resume as your responses to these questions will be used to validate this information.

All information pertaining to this process will be sent by e-mail and/or will be indicated in your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). It is your responsibility to verify your e-mail and PSRS account on a regular basis for new communication regarding this selection process.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials at a later date. Foreign educational credentials must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment service. If the candidate has been educated outside of Canada, it is the candidate’s responsibility to have his or her certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian educational standards. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education during the assessment phase of the staffing process. Guidance may be found at the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at http://www.cicic.ca.

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.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Isolated Post and Government Housing Directive: http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

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.