Internal Audit Project Leader

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Assessment accommodation

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. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Lack of examples and details may result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine whether you meet the qualifications.

Work environment

We are located at Place Bell situated at 160 Elgin Street, an office complex in downtown Ottawa and next to the Rideau Canal and the Rideau Shopping Centre. This location offers easy access to restaurants, fitness facilities, walking/running paths and parks. We are conveniently located close to public transportation and highways making it easy to commute from all points across the city. The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) prosecutes criminal offenses under federal jurisdiction. The organization has approximately 1000 employees who each play a key role in strengthening the Canadian criminal justice system.

As an Internal Audit Project Leader, you will be an integral member of a small team of internal auditing professionals that in addition to providing assurance on governance, risk management and controls, has focused its efforts on building relationships with senior management in order to be viewed as a valued advisor. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that is highly supportive of professional development and training as well as work life balance.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one position indeterminately. A pool of qualified candidates may be established from this process and may be used to staff similar positions with varying tenures.

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)

Essential Education:
• Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

Essential Experience:
• 2+ years of experience acquired within the last 5 years conducting or leading audits at all stages.
• 2+ years of experience supervising the work of staff (this includes reviewing the work of subordinates or external resources such as consultants, subject matter experts).
• Experience acquired within the last 5 years presenting audit findings and audit recommendations to management (Team Leader or above).

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

Asset Experience:
• Experience conducting audits at all stages within the federal government.
• Experience conducting follow-ups for the implementation of management action plans.
• Experience in data analytics.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

Competencies:
• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
• Thinking Things Through
• Working Effectively With Others
• Project Management
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-oriented

Abilities:
• 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)

Operational Requirements:
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime upon request.

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

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Applicants are required to meet the Essential Qualifications. Asset Qualifications MAY be applied at any point in the assessment process. Therefore, you are strongly encouraged to answer Asset Qualifications questions in your online application. Applicants do not need to meet any/all of the Asset Qualifications for consideration, however, possessing any/all of the Asset Qualifications may increase the likelihood of being considered for an appointment.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

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.