Program Assistant or Project Assistant

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

***IMPORTANT NOTE: THE ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY IN WRITING WILL BE ASSESSED THROUGH YOUR COVER LETTER.***

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff identical or similar positions within Global Affairs Canada. Tenures and official language requirements and profiles may vary according to the positions being staffed.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 2,645 words (maximum) "Tell us why you would be the ideal candidate for the PM-02 position? Provide clear examples of how your experiences/competencies support this statement."

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

EDUCATION :

A secondary school diploma

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE :

Experience in conducting background research and analysis in support of policy or program development or implementation;
Experience in drafting briefing notes and presenting briefing material based on background research;
Experience in financial management.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION :

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution;

Degree equivalency

Experience of project management in an international context

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

Various language requirements
English Essential and Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE :

Knowledge of the process and phases of project management
Knowledge of the administrative policies of the Government of Canada related to project management, financial management or human resources.

ABILITIES :

Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to use various database and software applications, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook Excel, PowerPoint.
Ability to plan, organize and set priorities.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY :

Judgement
Flexibility
Teamwork

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE :

Knowledge of international security policy or programs;
Knowledge of the Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction

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.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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

Volume management strategies such as random selection, application of one (1) or more assets, top-down approach, or cut-off scores may be used for the purpose of managing applications/candidates.

Candidates with foreign educational credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at http://www.cicic.ca for further information.

Candidates are advised that their interview will only be rescheduled under these exceptional circumstances:
- Medical reason with certificate
- Pre-arranged travel with proof
- Pre-scheduled training with proof
- Pre-arranged exam/interview for another Government of Canada staffing process with proof
- Death in the family
- Other exceptional reason deemed acceptable by the Selection Board (e.g. Jury Duty, etc.)

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.