Project Management Consultant *POSITION LOCATED IN MATANE, QC*

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Duties

📌 PSPC in Matane, Quebec :
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IRGOD harbors a small and dynamic team in Matane, Quebec working for the Document Imaging Solutions Centre (DISC) delivering exceptional services in the digitization and data capture field. We provide services to all federal organizations and are expanding services to meet the needs of other public sector organizations. We are an optional PSPC service operating on a full cost recovery model that encourages us to think in business terms of value for money and top notch client service. We managed 28 projects in 2020 that helped push our production to 33 million images for the year and we have set ourselves a target of 40 million images for the next. Our clients told us in 2020 that 95% of them agreed and strongly agreed that they were satisfied with the quality of our services.

Don’t know anything about the document imaging and data capture industry? No worries, very few people do; so DISC invests in its people through industry training, mentoring and we are a cross functional team were we learn from each other. Our clients come to rely on our expert advice so that they can confidently make informed decisions about their information management assets and the best way to modernize their work processes for the digital age. In turn, we come to rely on our clients to bring us unique challenges that test our skills and creative problem solving abilities to teach us even more about the possibilities our industry has to offer.

Our focus is investing in our people who are the ambassadors of our service. We create a work space where people want to come to work and have fun delivering services in a dynamic project environment where we grow with clients as much as we grow ourselves.

📌 Join our team and push your potential!
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As a Project Manager Consultant you would work to promote our services in the information management community, assess potential digitization and data capture projects for value for money and deliver stellar project management services to on-board clients on schedule and on budget. All of which, leads to exceptional client satisfaction.

We are looking for a person who:

▻ Is client service driven and takes initiative;
▻ Has the ability to plan and organize projects;
▻ Can make compelling presentations to prospective clients;
▻ Works collaboratively in a small team environment;

Work environment

We are One PSPC!
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps the Government of Canada serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies and boards. By providing these centralized services to departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians.

At PSPC, we are committed to achieving a competent, representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We work hard to create a welcoming, respectful and inclusive workplace through a variety of programs and initiatives. In fact, we have been named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for the fifth year in a row and here is a list of some of our diversity and inclusion achievements:
• five diversity networks;
• a Task Force on Anti-racism, Workplace Culture and Equity;
• a national Reconciliation and Indigenous Engagement Unit;
• an Ombudsman for Mental Health (the first such position within the federal public service);
• an Accessibility Office and;
• a Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Centre of Expertise.

While many programs and initiatives have already been implemented in line with our commitments to diversity and inclusion, we aim to get better! That's why we invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where individual differences are recognized, valued and respected. Be part of the solution!

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one (1) position on a term or indeterminate basis in Matane, Québec.
A pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates may be created to staff similar positions on a term or indeterminate basis within Public Services and Procurement Canada in Matane, Qc.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Experience in managing projects and project budgets or costs for one or more stakeholders.
Experience in providing advice and guidance to a range of clients and management.
Experience in Client Service.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Client Service Competency – Level 2.

PERSONNAL SUITABILITIES
Judgement
Reliability
Initiative
Creativity
Teamwork
Detail oriented

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
Postsecondary school diploma

Degree equivalency

Certification in Project Management (PMP) or currently enrolled in a Project Management program leading to certification.

Business Analyst certification or currently enrolled in a Business Analyst program leading to certification

Experience in the coordination and delivery of projects through a project team
Experience with information technology (IT) or document imaging projects
Experience in the field of marketing or business development
Sales experience such as strategic prospecting, active listening, ability to persuade prospect, effective communication skills, etc.

ORGANISATIONAL NEED

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willing to travel within Canada and/or other locations for work, occasionally.
Willing and able to work overtime on occasion and on short notice.

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

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📢WHEN YOU APPLY: Focus on screening questions and on your resume.

The information listed in the advertisement is there to help you determine if this position fits your background and aspirations, so pay close attention — recruiters review applications with this in mind.

Screening questions and your resume will be the first pieces of information we’ll see about you, so be sure to highlight your achievements and be clear about your experience and your education.

▻ Be specific about roles you've occupied, projects you’ve worked on.
▻ If you've had a role related to this position, tell us about it!

Education and Experience factors in the asset qualifications may be used for screening. Applicants should clearly demonstrate on their application if they meet any of the education and experience asset qualifications. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application.

One or more asset qualifications may be used during the screening to manage the volume of applications.

📢It is your responsibility to ensure that your email and contact information are maintained with the hiring board. All communication for this process will be sent by email and it is your responsibility to verify your messages regularly.

📢 Your evaluation will begin the moment you apply to the process, including the written communication of you job application.

📢 All job applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY through the Public Service Resourcing System. Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply through the "Apply online" link below. Persons who cannot apply online are asked to contact to request accommodation measures. All information received in relation to accommodations will be kept confidential.
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Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.