Manager, Economic Development

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Assessment accommodation

CanNor is growing! The intent of this process is to fill at least one full-time permanent position in Yellowknife, NWT and one in Whitehorse, Yukon. Candidates applying from outside these two communities must be willing to relocate.

The salary range for this position is: $98,709 to $124,924*. In addition, the selected candidate(s) will also be entitled to:

A northern isolated post allowance for: Yellowknife, NWT (approximately $18,337/ year to $25,419/year) and for Whitehorse, YT (approximately $4,347/ year to $7,114/year).

Vacation travel assistance of approximately $1083.60 per person (adult or child) for Yellowknife, NWT and approximately $743.40 (per adult) and $674.10 (per child) for Whitehorse, Yukon (i.e. for employee and eligible dependents, including spouse/common-law partner), once per year.

Please note that rates and conditions are subject to change.

Financial assistance is also available to cover the costs of relocation. Applicants may wish to review the Relocation Directive for information at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/nrd-drc/index-eng.php.

*Salary rates effective: June 22, 2021

Work environment

Established in 2009, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) is the only federal agency with an exclusive mandate for the North, and has regional offices in each of the three territories, along with a liaison office in Ottawa.

CanNor's vision is to develop a strong, diversified, sustainable and dynamic economy for all northerners and Indigenous peoples across Canada's three Territories. As the smallest of the Government of Canada’s regional development agencies (less than 120 staff in total), CanNor provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking to be part of a small but mighty organization that leverages its nimbleness to tackle some serious, high-profile socio-economic issues. As a Manager within CanNor’s Operations sector, the selected candidate will have an opportunity to make a real difference in the economic and social wellbeing of northern residents; by working directly with communities and businesses, and witnessing first-hand the results of the government’s investments!

Intent of the process

CanNor is growing! – and the intent of this process is to fill a minimum of one full-time permanent position in Yellowknife, NWT and one in Whitehorse, Yukon.

A pool of qualified candidates may also be established, and may be used to fill similar positions, with varying tenures, in any of CanNor’s northern offices (Iqaluit, Nunavut; Yellowknife, Northwest Territories; Whitehorse, Yukon).

For positions in Nunavut, Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement (i.e. Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement) who are found qualified in this staffing process will be appointed ahead of other qualified applicants.

The pool may be used by other federal organizations operating in the North.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Please note that your cover letter will also be used to assess your ability to communicate effectively and concisely in writing"

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

EDUCATION:

ED. A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF – The intent of this process is to allow us to assess your fit as a prospective manager in our organization and learn more about your experience in the context of the following criteria. Be sure to include examples that demonstrate the breadth, depth and scope of your experience.

EXPERIENCE:

E1: Significant* experience in managing the development or delivery of community or economic development programs involving multiple stakeholders.

E2: Significant* experience in working with businesses, communities, not-for-profit or Indigenous organizations on business or community economic development programs or projects.

E3: Experience in providing written advice to senior management** in support of program or project management.

E4: Experience in building and maintaining partnerships or stakeholder networks.

*Significant is defined as experience associated with full-time performance of duties for a minimum period of two (2) years.

** Senior management is defined as director level, or C-suite executives.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

K1. Knowledge of challenges and opportunities related to northern economic development.

K2. Knowledge of the activities of the federal and territorial governments related to economic development in northern Canada, with particular reference to the activities of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor).

ABILITIES:

A1. Ability to lead a team.

A2. Ability to solve problems.

A3. Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

A5. Ability to communicate effectively orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:

PS1. Demonstrating integrity and respect.

PS2. Thinking things through.

PS3. Working effectively with others.

PS4. Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

PS5. Judgment

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

EDUCATION:

AED. Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Economics, Business or Public Administration, or other relevant specialization.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCES:

AE1. Experience in the delivery of Grants and Contributions programs.

AE2. Experience working with Indigenous communities and governments.

AE3. Experience in the management of human and financial resources.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Willingness and ability to travel in the North including to remote communities. (post-pandemic)
- Willingness and ability to work overtime

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Various security clearances: Reliability or Secret clearance

- Health Canada Medical Clearance (if required)

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

A top-down screening approach may be undertaken. Applicants who meet the essential experience criteria may be ranked according to the depth and breadth of experience they possess, and asset criteria may also be applied to narrow the number of applicants invited to the assessment phase. Only the top-ranking candidates could be invited to the assessment phase of the process.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate candidates.

All information pertaining to this process will be sent by e-mail and/or will be indicated in your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). It is your responsibility to verify your e-mail and PSRS account on a regular basis for new communication regarding this selection process.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials at a later date. Foreign educational credentials must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment service. If the candidate has been educated outside of Canada, it is the candidate’s responsibility to have his or her certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian educational standards. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education during the assessment phase of the staffing process. Guidance may be found at the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at http://www.cicic.ca.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all those who apply.

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.