Join Indigenous Services Canada as an officer or advisor (PM-05)!

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Assessment accommodation

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This selection process has three streams (1, 2 and 3). Applicants may apply for more than one stream. It is important that applicants clearly indicate which stream(s) they are applying for:

Stream 1: Regional Program Development Advisor
Stream 2: Senior Officer, Funding Arrangements / Liaison Officer, Transfer Payments
Stream 3: Audit and Remedial Action Plan Advisor
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WORKPLACE:

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, employees of Indigenous Services Canada are currently working remotely. Therefore, the candidate may initially have to work remotely until further notice. The department is actively working on a flexible, phased approach for the safe return of employees to their usual workspaces.

The official workplace for the above positions is located in Quebec City. Depending on the needs and requirements of the service, the possibility of entering into a formal telework arrangement could be considered. The request will be assessed in accordance with the provisions of the Directive on Telework.

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INFORMATION YOU MUST PROVIDE:

Applicants must submit their applications on-line (GC Jobs). You are required to complete screening questions that clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of education, experience and any asset education and asset experience if applicable.

Duties

We are seeking positive, innovative individuals who see the benefits of a strengthened relationship and wish to support Indigenous communities in realizing their visions. Our ideal team consists of members who thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment, who possess strong work ethic, values and written and oral communication skills. They are self-starters who can imagine and strive for what is possible.

Stream 1: Regional Program Development Advisor

The incumbent will be part of the regional governance team and will be responsible for the delivery of grants and contributions‎ in support to Indian governments, such as the professional and institutional development program, as well as providing tailored services to communities and partners to help build community and governance capacity.

Stream 2: Senior Officer, Funding Arrangements

The incumbent liaises with First Nations and other organizations. He ensures a high level of service by providing tailored support for funding agreement processes and by providing administrative and financial advice to external and internal clients in relation to the funding of departmental programs and services. In a spirit of customer service oriented to the needs of communities and partners, he also facilitates and directs communities and partners to the appropriate services.

Stream 2: Liaison Officer, Transfer Payments

The incumbent coordinates the regional process for the management of transfer payments, the general assessment of recipients and the negotiation of the involvement of other federal departments in the management of transfer payments and funding arrangements.

You will also coordinate and participate in the regional activities of the Transfer Payments Management Committee (TPMC) and the General Evaluation Committee (GEC); analyze, validate, provide strategic and operational advice and recommendations related to recipient risk assessment and funding arrangements renewal.

You will be responsible for initiating the regional process and coordinating the implementation of activities and procedures leading to the creation and renewal of funding arrangements, including additions/changes to agreement language, amendment arrangements and notifications for approval.

Stream 3: Audit and Remedial Action Plan Advisor

The incumbent coordinates the regional audit and financial statement follow-up process. This role mainly consists of auditing, analyzing, validating, providing opinions, recommendations and specialized advice on the conclusions and follow-up of the results following the analysis of the financial statements of the various recipients of the Department.

You will also have to analyze the financial and administrative corrective action plans of the department's recipients following defaults and recommend their implementation. You will also analyze financial and non-financial findings and follow-up actions from various audit reports.

You will be responsible for providing training, interpretation and expert advice on the production and analysis of financial statements, on current departmental policies and guidelines including the management framework, various funding models and options available to departmental recipients.

Work environment

Newly created, the Department of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) offers a dynamic framework that is open to transformation. It is in this spirit that ISC works collaboratively with many partners to improve access to high quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and improve the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

The Quebec Regional Office of the Department of Indigenous Services Canada is located in the Saint-Roch district, at the heart of downtown Quebec. The regional office team is made up of nearly 180 employees, with a mix of professional profiles.

ISC is an employer that prioritizes its employees’ well-being. We offer an open and respectful work environment, many ongoing learning opportunities, advancement possibilities, competitive benefits, as well as flexible work schedules to achieve work life balance. The Quebec office benefits from a dynamic environment that is enhanced by the high participation rate of employees in social activities.

For a candidate newly appointed to the Federal Public Service and who lives outside Quebec City, you may be eligible to Initial Appointees Relocation Program that provides to a newly appointed employee a sum of up to five thousand dollars ($5,000).

Intent of the process

The immediate intent of this selection process is to staff two indeterminate positions, one as a Regional Program Development Advisor (stream 1) and one as a Senior Officer, Funding Arrangements (stream 2).

This advertised process is also anticipatory for these two positions : Liaison Officer, Transfer Payments (stream 2) and Audit and Remedial Action Plan Advisor (stream 3).

A pool of candidates may be established to staff similar or identical position at Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) with various tenure, linguistic profiles or security requirements, which may vary.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION - STREAMS 1 & 2

A degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution.

EDUCATION - STREAM 3

A degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution in accounting.
Hold or be in the process** of obtaining a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA).

* The term "degree" refers to a baccalaureate or higher level studies.

** "In the process" is defined as the demonstration that the candidate has meaningfully started the activities leading to the CPA designation.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE - STREAMS 1 & 2

Significant experience*** in analyzing information, including financial information, and in formulating strategic advice and recommendations for management on issues related to programs, services or projects.
Significant experience*** working in collaboration with various partners.

EXPERIENCE - STREAM 3

Significant experience*** in financial analysis and interpretation of financial statements.
Experience in the application of generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards.

*** "Significant experience" is defined as experience of a breadth and depth normally associated with the performance of a wide range of analytical activities related to the duties of the position, usually acquired over a consecutive period of two (2) years or more.

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

EXPERIENCE - STREAM 1

Experience in analyzing and/or coordinating complex files.
Experience working in community development and capacity building with First Nations.

EXPERIENCE - STREAM 2

Experience in analyzing and/or coordinating complex files.

ABILITY - STREAM 3

Ability to use Microsoft Excel software.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative - various requirements depending on the position to staff: BBB/BBB or CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES - ALL STREAMS

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage projects or programs.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to strategically analyze issues, find solutions and develop appropriate action plans.

ABILITIES - STREAM 3

Ability to analyse and to interpret financial statements in order to draw conclusions and make recommendations to management.

PERSONAL QUALITIES - ALL STREAMS

Thinking things through.
Working effectively with others.
Initiative and action-oriented.
Integrity and respect.

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS - ALL STREAMS

Indigenous Services Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population it serves. In support of our strategy to achieve our employment equity goals, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Aboriginal peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.
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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS - ALL STREAMS

Willing and able to work overtime as required, sometimes on short notice.
Willing and able to travel.

Conditions of employment

ALL STREAMS

Security requirement: Reliability Status security clearance
Must hold a valid driver’s license.

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 may be required to meet asset qualifications at the screening stage.

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

A reference check will be carried out.

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.