Senior Officer (Auditor) - Quality Assurance and Program Compliance

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Assessment accommodation

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WORKPLACE:

At the time this job opportunity was published, Indigenous Services Canada employees had not yet returned to their workplace due to the context of COVID-19. Therefore, the successful candidate may have to work remotely until further notice.

The official workplace for the position of Senior Officer (Auditor) - Quality Assurance and Program Compliance is located in Quebec City. Depending on the needs and requirements of the service, the possibility of a telework arrangement could be considered. The request will be assessed in accordance with the provisions of the Directive on Telework.

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You must submit your application online (via GC Jobs). You will be asked to complete screening questions in which you must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience criteria listed in the essential qualifications and other qualifications (asset).

Duties

As Senior Officer (Auditor) - Quality Assurance and Program Compliance, your role will be to manage and implement complex independent reviews and audits projects of First Nations' programmanagement on behalf of the department, in accordance with departmental and regional priorities and risks associated with accounting, financial and governance practices. A variety of programs can be targeted by these projects such as education, social development, capital projects, economic development and health programs to name a few.

You will be required to prepare audit reports for First Nations' Program Officers and Department Program Administrators reporting on findings, evidence and review conclusions. You will be responsible for making recommendations, guiding and advising senior management on solutions to complex problems and challenges to improve the management of First Nation programs on behalf of the department, and explain the results to clients and First Nations.

This will involve conducting / coordinating audits and management control projects, identifying and validating audit criteria, techniques and methodologies. You will need to develop and implement a work plan to conduct interviews and conduct on-site reviews for information gathering and/or validation purposes.

You could also be trained on the Lean approach in order to carry out/coordinate projects to improve the organization's performance in order to create value for internal and external clients. You could be responsible for preparing Kaizens workshops, collecting data, facilitating workshops, monitoring projects, managing change, providing training, coaching managers, etc.

Work environment

Newly created, the Department of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) offers a dynamic framework that is open to transformation. It is in this spirit that ISC works collaboratively with many 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 improve the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

The mandate of the department requires the services of dedicated and motivated individuals who excel in dynamic work environments based on relationship building, collaboration, cultural sensitivity and service excellence.

The Quebec Regional Office of the Department of Indigenous Services Canada is located in the Saint-Roch district, at the heart of downtown Quebec. The regional office team is made up of nearly 180 employees, with a mix of professional profiles.

ISC is an employer that prioritizes its employees’ well-being. We offer an open and respectful work environment, many ongoing learning opportunities, advancement possibilities, competitive benefits, as well as flexible work schedules to achieve work life balance. The Quebec office benefits from a dynamic environment that is enhanced by the high participation rate of employees in social activities.

Candidates who are not federal public service employees and live outside Quebec City may be eligible for the Relocation Program, which provides newly appointed employees with up to $5,000.

Intent of the process

The purpose of this process is to staff a position on an indeterminate (permanent) basis.

Following the evaluation of applications, a pool will be created and could be used to staff
similar or identical positions in Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) or other Federal
Departments with various linguistic profiles as well as location, tenures and/or security clearance, which may vary according to the position being staffed.

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)

Definition of «essential qualifications»: criteria set out below which must be met by the successful candidate.

EDUCATION

Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution, with an acceptable specialization in business administration or in any field related to the duties of the position.

* The term «degree» refers to a baccalaureate or higher level studies.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Significant experience** in the planning and delivery of compliance reviews or audits (internal or external).
Significant experience** in drafting reports and presenting the resulting findings and recommendations.
Experience in analyzing financial documents and accounting records.

** «Significant experience» means relevant experience of at least two (2) consecutive years.

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

Definition of «other qualifications»: criteria set out below that could be used in the selection of the successful candidate (assets).

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Possess, or be in the process of acquiring a professional accounting designation (CPA).

EXPERIENCE

Experience in business process optimization and/or continuous improvement.
Work experience in Aboriginal communities.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills

Definition of «essential for the job»: criteria set out below (including bilingualism) that the successful candidate will be required to meet.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the steps in the audit or compliance review process.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to coordinate a work team.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

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

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

Indigenous Services Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified work force representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Conditions of employment

Willingness and ability to travel, including in remote areas of Quebec and requiring overtime, subject to operational requirements.
Possession of a valid driver’s licence.
Reliability and Security: Reliability 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 candidates will have to provide proof of their education credentials to confirm that they have the required studies.

All evaluation steps related to this selection process will be conducted remotely.

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.