Evaluation Officer

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

*** Shared Services Canada (SSC) provides IT infrastructure and services for departments and agencies in the Government of Canada. It is playing a central role in delivering on the Government of Canada’s digital vision by building a modern, reliable, and secure digital platform for the delivery of programs and services for Canadians.

The COVID-19 pandemic has hastened the pace of change and is fostering the development of new “digital first” strategies. After COVID, many Canadians will not want to go back to lining up at service counters to access government programs. More and more services will need to move online and there will be greater expectations among Canadians for access to government services through mobile phones and other devices. Within the Public Service, the Government of Canada is actively encouraging telework as departments plan for the eventual return to workplaces.

In light of these operational and strategic realities, SSC is building a best-in-class evaluation function. Our growing team of professionals provides neutral and independent assessments of the relevance, effectiveness and efficiency of SSC programs for the President and the Executive Board. Our analyses and recommendations help to inform key decisions for the department, add value to SSC clients, and improve the delivery of services and results for Canadians.

Shared Services Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and the right to be accommodated.

Give yourself the best chance to succeed! As the objective of this process is to assess qualifications needed for the positions to be staffed, let us know if you have a functional limitation/ disability, which may affect your performance. For example, contact us if you need assistance in completing and submitting your application. Should you then proceed to the next assessment stage, such as an exam or interview, we will send you an e-mail with additional information on the assessment format so that you can determine if you may require an accommodation (such as a different test format, an adaptive technology, or additional time). Assessment accommodations are designed to remove the obstacles without altering the criteria being assessed so candidates with functional limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities.

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Are you a civilian member assigned to Shared Services Canada? We encourage you to apply! Please note that a civilian member selected for appointment through this process may not have to convert to public servant status before deeming. If you have questions, please send an email message to the address indicated in Contact information section below for more information.

SSC welcomes applications from Veterans. We recognize your contribution to Canadians and would like to offer you the opportunity to continue your career in an environment where multi-talented employees with diverse skills are appreciated and supported.

Intent of the process

Anticipatory process - A pool of partially qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures within Shared Services Canada.

Positions to be filled: 4

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EXPERIENCE
- Significant* experience in analyzing qualitative and quantitative data.
- Significant* experience in developing data collection tools and collecting data from a variety of sources (documents, administrative data, interviews, surveys or case studies).
- Experience in preparing written materials such as briefing notes, presentations or reports.

Definitions:
*Significant - defined as having the depth and breadth of experience that would normally be acquired over a period of approximately two (2) years within the last five (5) years

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

EDUCATION
Graduation with a master's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in evaluation, economics, sociology, statistics, public administration, or business administration.

Notes:
Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

ABILITIES
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to work collaboratively in project teams or working groups.
- Ability to critically assess findings and draw conclusions.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
- Judgment
- Working Effectively with Others
- Initiative
- Reliability

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

ASSET EXPERIENCES
- Experience working in an Information Technology (IT) environment.
- Experience using data analytic/statistical software packages (SAS, SPSS, R, etc.) or analyzing data using excel (i.e. using formulae, pivot tables).
- Experience supporting senior evaluators in conduct of evaluation work.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
In support of achieving a diverse workforce, selection may be limited to candidates who self-declare as a member of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.

SSC is committed to providing opportunities across Canada where feasible, and to increasing its regional presence.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willing and able to work overtime on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Tests

Applicants must successfully write (Written Communication Proficiency Test (WCPT) (or) Examen de compétence en communication écrite (ECCÉ)).

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.