Senior Business Analyst

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Intent of the process

A pool of qualified persons resulting from this process will be created and may be used to fill similar positions with various linguistic profiles and tenures (permanent or term), which may vary according to the position being staffed.

This pool may be used to staff similar positions in other organizations within the core public administration, by applying to this process, you consent to your personal application-related information being shared with other government departments interested in staffing similar positions.

Positions to be filled: 3

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 an acceptable post-secondary educational program in Business Administration or Computer Science OR an acceptable combination of education, experience* and training.

*minimum of 5 years’ experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience in the planning, development and implementation of new and enhanced business processes.
Experience in leading business requirements analysis activities.
Experience in facilitating and eliciting business needs/requirements from stakeholders.
Experience in documenting business requirements in multiple forms (Business Requirements Documents, Functional Design Specifications, and Change Requirements).
Experience in testing functionality of an HR Management System.
Experience with PeopleSoft 8.9 or 9.1 modules.
Experience in leading teams.
Experience in defining and providing options/recommendations and functional solutions.

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:
Knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft 8.9 or 9.1.
Knowledge of HR processes and/or systems.
Knowledge of business and functional requirements gathering techniques.
Knowledge of information life cycle processes for Human Resources.

Abilities:
Ability with leading teams.
Ability with defining and providing options/recommendations and functional solutions.
Ability to mentor and provide guidance.
Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to handle multiple priorities with tight timelines.
Ability to liaise between technical and non-technical users.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Personal Suitability:
Demonstrating Integrity and Respect.
Showing initiative and being results-oriented.
Effective Interpersonal Skills.
Client Service Oriented.

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

Education:
University Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience providing business support and advice on analysis and design to development team.
Experience working with a Human Resources Management System in a technical (IT) or functional (HR) support capacity.

Knowledge:
Knowledge of the mandate, mission and structure of the Department of National Defence/Canadian Armed Forces.

Organizational Needs:
In support of achieving a diverse workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women.

Operational Requirements:
Ability and willingness to work overtime including evenings and weekends.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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

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.