Economic Development Officer

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Assessment accommodation

***VERY IMPORTANT NOTE***: It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets) by responding to the screening questions in the online application and by providing additional detail in their résumé. Answers to the screening questions and candidate résumés will both be used as sources to determine that the Experience Qualifications are met

Only applications received through the 'apply online' link from this advertisement will be considered for this process.

Duties

Effectively manage a portfolio of projects, including assessing applications for funding, addressing and reporting on emerging issues, and monitoring funding agreements with recipients.

Serve as an Ambassador for FedDev Ontario by developing and maintaining active networks inside and outside the Agency and identifying opportunities to engage and consult with stakeholders.

Work collaboratively and productively with colleagues across the Agency, sharing information and participating in dynamic internal working groups to support improved efficiency, program evaluations, and initiatives to modernize business practices.

Consistent with the Government of Canada’s Values and Ethics Code, contribute to a healthy workplace that demonstrates respect for people and contribution to a high performing, world class public service.

Work environment

If you are enthusiastic about having an impact on southern Ontario’s economic prosperity then consider joining The Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). When you choose a career with us, you experience the passion, excitement and rewards linked with this fulfilling work. We are looking for people who think independently, and bring creative approaches to challenges and opportunities related to economic development.

As Canada's most populous region-home to 12.7 million residents living in 288 communities-southern Ontario is a key contributor to the overall Canadian economy. We help create and grow businesses, cultivate partnerships and build strong communities across the region.

We pride ourselves on delivering results for our clients in a workplace of choice. We help to address key economic challenges by providing regionally-tailored programs, services, knowledge and expertise.

Intent of the process

A pool will be established as a result of this process and may be used to fill similar positions with various tenures (Acting, Assignment, Deployment, Indeterminate, Secondment, Specified Period), language requirements and security profiles in various locations within the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

Positions to be filled: 4

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Degree from a recognized university with a specialization in commerce, economics, business administration, finance, accounting, or other specialty relevant to the position, or a degree in a specialization other than those listed above combined with a minimum of two years’ experience relevant to the position being staffed.

Degree equivalency

Significant experience* in managing complex projects.

Experience evaluating project proposals, applications or business plans.

Experience building and maintaining partnerships and negotiating with a broad spectrum of stakeholders** to achieve results.

* Significant is defined as relevant experience normally acquired through the full time performance of duties for at least two years.
** Stakeholders refers to federal, provincial, or municipal government officials, private sector organizations, or not-for profit organizations.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB.

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of how Fed Dev Ontario’s programs support economic development and the delivery of the Innovation and Skills Plan.

Knowledge of the economic climate and the business strengths, opportunities and challenges in southern Ontario.

Demonstrating integrity and respect.

Thinking things through.

Working effectively with others.

Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

Ability to evaluate economic development project proposals, applications for funding, or business plans and prepare recommendations for management.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple high priority tasks with competing deadlines.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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

Master’s Degree in a specialization relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience working with programs, projects, or initiatives related to one or more of the following areas:
a) Investment attraction
b) Business strategy
c) Commercialization of technologies
d) Rural economic development
e) Emerging technologies

Experience in leading a project team, initiative, or working group.

Significant* experience in financial analysis.

Experience using software such PowerPoint to develop presentations.

* Significant is defined as relevant experience normally acquired through the full time performance of duties for at least two years.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Operational requirements:
Willingness and ability to work overtime and travel.

Conditions of employment

Security Clearance: Reliability or Secret

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

Persons are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of their choice (English or French). Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is complete.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to a position.

Asset qualifications may be taken into consideration when selecting candidates for appointment. Therefore candidates should identify which of the asset criteria that they meet and provide concrete examples to demonstrate how they meet them.

For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with the candidates by email. Candidates who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CANDIDATE TO ENSURE ACCURATE CONTACT INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AND UPDATED AS REQUIRED.

Candidates will be advised of their individual results in this advertised appointment process in writing.

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

Candidates may be assessed using one or more of the following tools: written test, interview and reference check.

Top down and/or random selection may be used during any stage of the selection process.

The Selection Committee reserves the right to contact references other than those provided by the candidates (within the Public Service only), if found necessary, in order to adequately assess the candidates.

Proof of education will be required. Candidates will be asked to provide their proof of education at the interview stage.

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

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 theyare 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 a 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.

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.