Director, Education Policy and Planning

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

► Only applications received directly via the Public Service Resourcing System will be accepted. If you require accommodations. Please contact the HR Advisor listed below before the closing date.

► Your application will be rejected if you do not clearly demonstrate how you meet all screening criteria. Your application will also be rejected if it has incomplete information. We will not contact you to request additional information that is missing from your application.

► We ask that candidates make themselves available during the different phases of this selection process.

► 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.

► Please note that all correspondance or interaction throughout the process will be subject to evaluation.

Work environment

Indigenous Services Canada 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.

Intent of the process

Indigenous Services Canada / Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada are committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population they serve. First consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as an Indigenous person.

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

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)

EDUCATION:

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

- Significant* experience in the development, management and review of service-related programs or policies.

- Significant* experience in providing sensitive strategic advice, briefings and recommendations to senior management (Director General level or equivalent and above) on policy or program issues.

- Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders including Indigenous/First Nations organizations, other government departments, other levels of government, etc.

- Significant * experience in policy development.

- Experience in managing human** and financial*** resources.
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Notes:

*Significant experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various related activities which are normally acquired over a period over two (2) years.

** Some examples of managing human resources may include: supervising staff, establishing vision, priorities, work plans or establishing work objectives, conducting performance assessments and feedback, approving training, demonstrating experience in managing various service delivery and resources allocation frameworks, etc. Applicants must also indicate the number of staff they have supervised.

*** Some examples of managing financial resources may include: full delegation for a budget, being responsible for financial planning, forecasting and reporting. Applicants must also indicate the size of the budget they managed directly.

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

EXPERIENCE (ASSET):

- Experience in dealing with socio-economic and labour market issues.

- Experience in engaging with First Nations, Inuit and Métis groups or communities on policy and/or programs issues.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

- Knowledge of the aspirations and the socio-economic environment of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples.

- Knowledge of education issues related to First Nations, Métis and Inuit issues.

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)

KNOWLEDGE (ASSET):

Knowledge of the central decision-making machinery of the government of Canada and of the roles played by central agencies in First Nations, Métis and Inuit issues.

CURRENT AND/OR FUTURE ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women. (Not essential, but preference may be given to candidates who possess the organizational needs).

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness and ability to travel. Air travel to remote communities will be required.

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

- 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.

- We may use any assessment method deemed appropriate to determine whether you meet the qualifications outlined on the poster, including 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

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.