Economic Development Manager

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

Work environment

Do you want to be a key player in an organization that ranks as one of the best places to work in the federal government?

Do you want a career working alongside people who enjoy their work? Where there are chances to grow, learn and develop?

Then keep reading – you may be who we are looking for!

At the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We want our employees to be who they are – people with a variety of ideas, abilities and lived experiences. Our differences are what make us strong and innovative.

We are also committed to your well-being and work-life balance. As a federal organization, we offer:
• Flexible work arrangements
• Excellent benefits that include pensions, medical and dental plans
• Opportunities for growth, skill and career development

This is who we are. If you want to be part of an innovative and inclusive team, ACOA could be the place for you. Come build a stronger Atlantic economy with us!

Intent of the process

A pool of candidates will be established through this process to staff anticipated vacancies, for identical or similar positions, at the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) through acting, assignment, deployment, secondment, indeterminate or specified period appointments.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION:
Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution OR a professional accounting designation, i.e. CPA.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience leading and fostering multi-disciplinary teams or committees and/or managing development initiatives, projects, programs or teams.
• Experience in preparing and delivering reports, presentations, submissions and making recommendations.
• Experience in providing advice to management, partners and clients relating to key policies and issues management.

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

EDUCATION:
• Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Law or Public Administration.
• Master’s Degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in a relevant area of study.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in the management of human resources and/or financial resources;
• Experience in the formulation of strategies, policies and programs;
• Experience in the development, delivery or promotion of economic or business development programs, services or policies;
• Experience in working with SMEs, industry associations and/or communities to foster entrepreneurship, growth, export development, innovation, commercialization of research and development;
• Experience working with partners, i.e. other federal departments and agencies, other levels of government and a variety of stakeholders, including underrepresented groups;
• Experience in commercial lending or advanced collections practices;
• Experience in the development and/or implementation of organizational improvements.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative: CBC/CBC; CCC/CCC

Information on language requirements

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
• Strategic Thinking
• Mobilizing People
• Achieving Results
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change
• Communication
• Collaborate with Partners & Stakeholders
• Uphold Integrity and Respect

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to travel, as required;
• Willingness to work over-time with minimal notice; and
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or mobility usually associated with having a driver’s license (i.e. public transit, where available).

Conditions of employment

Various levels of security.

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

APPLICANTS INFORMATION:
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stages in the selection process, including technical aid to ensure an equitable assessment of your qualifications, please use the contact information below.
• You are encouraged to apply online via the jobs.gc.ca site. To submit an application, please select the button “Apply Online” below. Persons requiring accommodation preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.
• You must meet all essential qualifications to be qualified. Asset qualifications, under the "other qualifications" sections, are not essential, but may be deciding factors at any stages of the process.
• When communicating with us, you may use the official language (English or French) of your choice.
• We will be reaching out via email. You must include a valid email address in your application. Be sure to check your spam folder.
• If you currently work in the Public Service of Canada, please state this in your application. Please indicate your substantive group and level and your employment status.
• All communication during the process may be used to evaluate you.
• Various assessment tools may be used.

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.