Internal Audit Project Leader

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Work environment

The position to be filled is located in Gatineau. Therefore, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, work is currently being done virtually until further notice. A telework arrangement could be considered from anywhere in Canada.

Intent of the process

Please note that candidates who applied to selection process 21-PSC-EA-398476 are not required to re-apply.

The intent of this process is to staff one position at the Public Service Commission(PSC). A pool of qualified candidates may be created to staff vacant positions in the future. Other government departments may use the pool upon approval from the PSC.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution.

*Unless it is otherwise specified (e.g., Master’s degree), the term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

EX1. *Recent and **significant experience in leading all phases (planning, execution and reporting) of audit engagements.

EX2. ***Experience in preparing written materials for management (Director or equivalent level and above) that include advice and recommendations such as but not limited to briefing notes, presentations and reports.

EX3. ***Significant experience in presenting and communicating results to management (Director or equivalent level and above).


*Recent experience is defined as having experience acquired within the last five (5) years.
**Significant experience is defined as the breadth and depth of experience associated with completing the duties of the position for a period of at least four (4) years.

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

ASSET EDUCATION

• Recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA).
• Recognized internal audit certification such as, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP).
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Degree equivalency

• Experience in internal audit professional practices.

• Experience in supervising or coaching employees

• Experience in performing internal audit quality assurance or quality reviews.

• Experience in providing support services to an Audit Committee.

• Experience in liaising with departments, agencies or external organizations.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards.

COMPETENCIES:

C1. Communication (written and oral)
C2. Being action-oriented
C3. Analytical thinking
C4. Teamwork
C5. Project Management

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

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.