Junior Policy Analyst_EC-03 (Stream 1) / Policy Analyst_EC-04 (Stream 2)

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

The information provided must enable the Selection Board Members to understand HOW (clear explanation of duties), WHEN and for HOW LONG (date and length of time in months or years), and WHERE (employer and geographic location) the experience was acquired. You will be asked to provide this information during the application process.

Your resume may be used to confirm the information provided. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or missing information. A lack of information may result in your application not being considered any further.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates (anticipatory) will be established and will be used to staff similar positions at the same group and level, with various linguistic requirements, on an indeterminate or temporary basis within Environment and Climate Change Canada across Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum) "Indicate which stream you are applying to and clearly indicate with concrete examples how you meet the merit criteria."

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

Education (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
•Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

NOTE: Candidates must always have a university degree. The courses for the specialization do not necessarily have to be part of 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

Experience (Stream 1):
•Experience in conducting research and analyzing information from various sources.
•Experience in preparing reports or briefing materials for presentation to senior management.
•Experience in contributing advice or recommendations on policy or program development related to environment issues.
•Experience in contributing to strategic planning documents such as work plans, implementation plans, etc.

Experience (Stream 2):
•Experience preparing briefing materials, presentations, or scenario notes.
•Experience in working with others as part of a team.
•Experience in working with and analyzing data and in preparing analytical reports.
•Experience working in multidisciplinary teams with internal or external stakeholders.
•Experience interpreting information for program and policy purposes.

Knowledge (Stream 1):
•Knowledge of Environment and Climate Change Canada’s mandate.
•Knowledge of the organizational structure of the Canadian Wildlife Service.

Knowledge (Stream 2) :
•Knowledge of Environment and Climate Change Canada’s organizational structure, policies and programs, including the Canada Nature Fund.
•Knowledge of current and emerging conservation issues.
•Knowledge of policies and practices relevant to transfer payment programs or procurement.

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

Asset Experience (Stream 1):
•Experience in liaising, collaborating and building relationships with Indigenous organizations.

Asset Experience (Stream 2) :
•Experience working in policy or programs related to biodiversity, conservation, transfer programs, or Indigenous reconciliation.
•Experience working for the private or non-profit sectors, or for provincial, territorial or municipal governments, or Indigenous organizations.
•Experience in G&C program development and administration.
•Experience drafting cabinet documents and with the cabinet process.

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

Abilities (Stream 1):
•Ability to analyze and synthesize information.
•Ability to provide advice and recommendations.
•Ability to work effectively under pressure.
•Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Abilities (Stream 2):
•Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
•Ability to work effectively in the face of shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
•Ability to gather, analyze, evaluate and consolidate information.

Personal Suitability (Stream 1):
•Judgement
•Initiative
•Organization skills
•Attention to detail

Personal Suitability (Stream 2):
•Effective interpersonal relationships
•Initiative
•Judgment
•Reliability
•Flexibility

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

•Willingness to work overtime as required.
•Willingness to travel as required.

The Canadian Wildlife Service Branch is committed to Employment Equity. In order to ensure a diversified workforce, preference may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity groups: aboriginal people, members of visible minority and persons with disabilities groups provided the candidate meets all essential qualifications listed on the job opportunity notice and any applicable asset qualification(s).

Conditions of employment

Secret security 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

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

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.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an
email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

A written examination, an interview and/or a reference check may be part of the candidates' assessment.

We will only accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. Persons with disabilities or residing in locations that prevent them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

If you are already working for the Public Service, please clearly identify your substantive group and level, your employment status, and PRI on your resume / application.

Candidates will be required to submit a copy of his/her education documentation. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

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.