Manager J6 Function and Corp Services Senior Analyst

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Duties

The Canadian Forces Real Property Operation Group (CF RP Ops Gp) is a Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Formation that is administered by the Assistant Deputy Minister (Infrastructure and Environment) [ADM(IE)]. It is responsible for the management, operations and maintenance of the Department of National Defence’s (DND) infrastructure portfolio across Canada. The portfolio includes over 2 million hectares of land, over 20,700 buildings and over 18,000 works, at a replacement value of more than $ 26 billion. The CF RP Ops Gp employs more than 2,300 civilian personnel and over 350 military members in 7 Regions and 26 Detachments. It is a fairly recent organization which became fully operational in 2016.

As the Formation Communications Manager (or J6 as per the NATO Continental Staff System), you will be responsible for establishing and managing the Information Management (IM), Information Technologies (IT), Cyber Security and Intelligence programs for the CF RP Ops Gp. This is a new position within our Headquarters, with a very small team reporting to it. Since this function was just recently established within the Formation, it will be imperative for you to set the foundation for developing effective working relationships with the numerous functional leads as well as subject matter experts within the Department for the various programs under the purview of this position. You will also be responsible for providing advice to CF RP Ops Gp Commander on matters relating to communications within DND/CAF.

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:
An undergraduate university diploma in an area relevant to the position or an acceptable combination of post-secondary education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• Recent* and significant** experience working with clients and multi-disciplinary/cross-functional teams to develop Information Management (IM) and/or Information Technology (IT) solutions to meet business needs

• Recent* and significant** experience representing an organization on committees, working groups, or other collaborative initiatives and providing advice and expertise on one or many of the following programs: IM, IT, cyber security and intelligence

• Recent* and significant** experience in human resource management including mobilizing as well as coordinating and evaluating the work of staff

• Experience managing complex*** projects with multiple stakeholders, internal and external

NOTES:
* “Recent experience” is defined as the experience acquired within the last five (5) years.

** “Significant experience” is defined as experience associated with having performed a broad range of related activities which would normally be acquired over a period of two (2) years in the daily management of work activities.

*** “Complex project” is defined as meeting two (2) or more of the following criteria:
1. The project is multidimensional: a multi-platform or a multi-tier diverse set of technologies requiring integration;
2. The project has a requirement for high availability and mission critical system or application;
3. The project directly relates to a program of national/international or significant corporate scope, or having a major impact on the Public Service or Canadian Public;
4. The project requires new specialized expertise and/or state of the art technology;
5. Represents a large number of stakeholders with diverse interests, or distributed large (500+) client base;
6. The project is sensitive: in terms of having a potential for significant media coverage, classified security issues, high critical risk factors, critical time sensitivity, or political sensitivity issues.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

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COMPETENCIES:
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Working effectively with others

ABILITIES:
• Ability to manage simultaneous multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to analyze and make recommendations
• 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)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in the management of a budget

• Experience in life-cycle management of IT equipment and IT infrastructure

• Experience in cyber security threat and vulnerability assessment

• Experience in corporate risk management

• Experience in budget administration and business planning

• Experience in the preparation and delivery of presentations or training sessions

• Experience managing and/or dealing with Operational Technologies and/or Industrial Control Systems

• Experience managing staff

• Experience creating and/or overseeing the development of internal or external communications products

• Experience chairing and/or coordinating working groups.

• Experience chairing and/or coordinating working groups

• Experience managing real property files and/or projects

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of emerging technologies, current trends, priorities, and challenges facing the public sector in the field of IM, IT, cyber security and/or intelligence

• Knowledge of policies and practices relating to Human Resources and Financial Management, including budget and/or contract administration

• Knowledge of both Government of Canada and DND/CAF policies, programs and standards relating to IM, IT, cyber security and/or intelligence

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
In support of Strong, Secure, and Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to spouses or common law partners of CAF members.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Department of National Defence is committed to achieving a skilled, diversified workforce reflective of Canadian population. We encourage members of the following designated groups to apply and also to self-identify: women, members of visible minority groups, aboriginal people and persons with disability.

Preference may be given to candidates who are members of an Employment Equity group.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be willing and able to telework.
• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime.
• Must be willing and able to attend training.

Conditions of employment

Top Secret security clearance - Candidates must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment.

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.

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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.