Program Manager (AS-06) and Program Coordinator (AS-05)

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

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Applications will be pulled on April 14, 2021 and subsequent pulls cyclically as positions become available. This inventory will be open for 2 years.

Duties

On November 25, the Federal Court of Canada approved a settlement for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and Department of National Defence (DND) sexual misconduct class action. This settlement affects people who experienced sexual assault, sexual harassment, or discrimination based on gender, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation while serving in the CAF, working for DND, or for the Staff of the Non-Public Funds, Canadian Forces.

The approved settlement provides an opportunity for individuals to share their experiences with senior DND/CAF representatives in a facilitated restorative engagement process. DND’s Sexual Misconduct Response Centre (SMRC) has been mandated to development and implement this new and innovative program and is seeking skilled and dedicated individuals to join the Restorative Engagement (RE) Team.

Work environment

Did you know the Department of National Defence (DND) is the largest federal government employer, offering over 70 different types of civilian career opportunities? As a civilian employee, your role will be to provide services and support to the Canadian Forces (CF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad.

Intent of the process

The intent of this inventory is to create a pool of qualified candidates to staff positions for specified periods, approximately one (1) to (2) years with possibility of extension. The established pool may also be used in the future to staff similar positions at an equivalent group and level with various employment tenures, language profiles, security requirements, and conditions of employment. Individuals hired for a specified period will remain in the pool for future consideration.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB
Bilingual imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

EDUCATION:
ED01. Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in a relevant social science such as psychology, criminology, victimology or social work.

EXPERIENCE:
AS-05 & AS-06:
EX01. Experience in developing and implementing projects, programs, protocols or procedures. Significant experience required for AS-06*.
EX02. Experience in writing reports, presentations or briefing materials to facilitate decision making. Significant experience required for AS-06*.

*Significant experience required for the AS-06 group and level, significant experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth normally associated with having performed activities related to this task for approximately two (2) years.

AS-05 only:
EX03. Experience in developing or implementing mechanisms to evaluate the effectiveness of a project, program or service.

AS-06 only:
EX04. Experience in conducting analysis and providing strategic advice to management.
EX05. Experience in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders or advisors.
EX06. Experience in supervision.

KNOWLEDGE:
KN01. Knowledge of restorative justice or restorative practices or conflict management.

COMPETENCIES
CO01. Analytical Thinking
CO02. Initiative
CO03. Planning and Organizing
CO04. Teamwork
CO05. Stress Management
CO06. Uphold Integrity and Respect
CO07. Communication

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

EXPERIENCE:
AS-05 & AS-06:
AEX01. Experience in developing, implementing or delivering presentations or training.
AEX02. Experience in working with or managing contracted service providers.
AEX03. Experience in determining program resource requirements (human and financial).
AEX04. Experience in establishing business requirements for the development of a case management or reporting system.
AEX05. Experience in project administration or project management.

AS-05 only:
AEX06. Experience in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders or advisors.

KNOWLEDGE:
KN01. Knowledge of current Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) sexual misconduct issues and their impact on the victims.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Department of National Defence is committed to achieving a skilled, diversified workforce reflective of the 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.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups:
Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed.
Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Candidates must meet and maintain the above conditions 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.

Information on employment equity

1. You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education and Experience) for the initial screening through your resume and in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in screening questions should be supported by your resume.

2. Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position. However, a person may be appointed to the position even though he or she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications or organizational needs. Please note that meeting these criteria may be desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

3. An interview may be administered and reference checks may be conducted.

4. All results and invitations for interviews will be sent electronically. We request therefore that you include a valid electronic address (e-mail address) when you apply and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

5. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

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.