Policy Analyst / Researcher

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

To apply for this process, you only need to meet those experiences listed under “essential qualifications.” All other competencies, will be assessed at a later date.

When you apply you will be asked a series of screening questions based on the education and experience criteria below. When answering the screening questions, please provide:
- Concrete and detailed examples to demonstrate how you meet the qualifications;
- Where, when and how the experience was acquired.

We can’t make any assumptions about your experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties is not enough. We’ll only use your résumé as a secondary source of information. The depth and breadth of experience of an applicant may be considered as part of screening or selection of a candidate, which is why it is recommended you quantify your experience. The screening questions are the primary source of information the screening board may use and your resume may only be used as a secondary source to verify information.

Duties

Do you want to contribute to a team that makes a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples through the improvement of social well-being and economic prosperity and the development of healthier, more sustainable communities?

If so, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) wants YOU to be a part of our team!

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) continues to renew the nation-to-nation, Inuit-Crown, government-to-government relationship between Canada and First Nations, Inuit and Métis; modernize Government of Canada structures to enable Indigenous peoples to build capacity and support their vision of self-determination; and lead the Government of Canada's work in the North.

This work will appeal to you if:
• You enjoy working with and helping others
• You are looking for a workplace that is both stimulating and supportive.
• You want to be part of a team that supports the mandate of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada.

Work environment

CIRNAC provides you with the tools you need to develop valuable skills that will promote your future success, with opportunities to achieve organizational, professional and personal goals in a respectful and inclusive workplace, mobilized and supported by leadership at all levels.

The Federal Public Service offers competitive rates of pay, benefits, pension packages and flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance. Pension For more information on pensions and insurance benefit visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/pension-plan/prospective-members.html and https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/benefit-plans/prospective-employees-public-service-group-insurance-benefit-plan-members.html.

For more information on what the Government of Canada has to offer as an employer, read the Top 10 Reasons to Join Canada’s Public Service!
https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/site/proudly-serving/top-10-reasons-join-public-service.html.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create a pool of qualified candidates to staff the following positions, or similar positions, on a permanent or temporary basis at Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada in Whitehorse, Yukon:
- Economic Policy Researcher – Immediate, permanent need
- Assistant Negotiator – Immediate, permanent need

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:
- Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary school program with acceptable specialization in social science, statistics, or a law-related field, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
- Experience developing and presenting briefing materials for the consideration of senior management, including, but not limited to briefing notes, presentations, etc.
- Experience in researching and helping to develop comprehensive documents such as: research reports, position papers, Memoranda to Cabinet, Treasury Board submissions, and evaluation reports.
- Experience working as part of a team to support strategic discussions or negotiations that involve indigenous, governmental, private sector, or non-governmental organizations.
- Experience building and maintaining networks to advance key issues or files.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS (Not essential, but preference may be given to candidates who possess asset qualifications).

EDUCATION:
- Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
- Experience working in northern or First Nation environments.
- Experience in the analysis and interpretation of statistical data.
- Experience in financial management related to programs and initiatives.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of Government of Canada’s priorities regarding Indigenous issues.
- Knowledge of northern issues.
- Knowledge of Indigenous self-government.

ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to analyze and make recommendations.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:
- Demonstrating integrity and respect
- Thinking things through
- Working effectively with others
- Showing initiative and being action-oriented
- Adaptability

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
• Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population its serve. In support of our strategy to achieve our employment equity goals, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Aboriginal peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
- Willing and able to travel throughout the Yukon by vehicle and scheduled or charter flights.
- Willing and able to work irregular hours at times based on operational requirements.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT***
- Various security clearances*, depending on the position being staffed: Reliability, Secret, Top Secret
- Medical Clearance: The incumbent and his/her dependents** may be required to obtain Health Canada medical clearance in accordance with the Isolated Post and Government Housing Directive.
(*) – may be obtained following assessment
(**) = includes incumbent’s spouse or common-law partner and children.
***Other conditions may apply depending on the position being staffed.

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

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.