Policy Officer / Policy Analyst

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Giving you the best chance to succeed!
At Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) we are committed to running inclusive and barrier-free recruitment processes.

If you have a limitation that may impact your performance at any steps of the assessment process (such as during a written test or an interview), you may request an accommodation. Assessment accommodations are designed to remove barriers, and to ensure that candidates with limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities. Should you wish to be accommodated, please direct your inquiry to the contact identified at the bottom of this poster. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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WHEN YOU APPLY: Focus on the screening questions and on your résumé.

The information listed in this advertisement is there to help you determine which stream interests you and if these positions fit your background and aspirations, so pay close attention—recruiters review applications with this in mind.

Ensure you answer all the screening questions related to the stream that you want to be considered for. Screening questions and your résumé will be the first pieces of information we’ll see about you, so be sure to highlight your achievements, be clear about your experience and education and be specific about roles you've occupied, projects you’ve worked on.

▻ Recruiters cannot make assumptions about your experience.

The 2 streams are:

Stream 1: Policy Officer EC-04
Stream 2: Policy Analyst EC-05

📢 Your evaluation will begin the moment you apply to the process.

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.

The Pension Excellence Sector oversees system support and maintenance as well as overall financial management, member communications, electronic member services, client relationship management, policy and strategic planning and integrity of the pension program and acts as the functional and technical authority for systems.

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 Pension Excellence Sector of the Receiver General and Pension Branch of Public Service and Procurement Canada is looking to staff various EC-04 and EC-05 positions.

This process could also be used to staff similar positions within the Public Service.

Employees of the federal public service may be considered for deployments, assignments, secondments or actings.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

There are two streams to this process. It is important that you clearly indicate which stream you are applying for.

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

EDUCATION
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Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

Candidates must always have a degree*. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree* program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

* The term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
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【1】Significant* experience in conducting research and analysis including legislative and/or policy interpretation.

【2】Experience providing policy advice and recommendations, orally or in writing (i.e. briefing documents, scans, position papers, reports, speaking notes, presentations) to senior executives (Directors and above).

【3】Experience engaging with stakeholders (i.e. other federal government departments, provincial or local governments, non-governmental, public or private sector organizations) on policy-related issues.

*Significant experience is defined as experience acquired through the performance of relevant duties for a period of 2 years or more.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝟮 – EC-05 Policy Analyst

【1】Experience in leading the research and analysis of **complex policy or program issues, and providing strategic/expert advice or recommendations to senior executives (Directors and above).

【2】Experience in coordinating or managing projects or programs.

【3】Experience in writing **complex and diverse documents for Management such as briefing notes, project proposal submissions, and position papers, etc.

Complex** is defined as diverse, multi-dimensional, multi-stakeholder or inter-related policy issues.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative: CBC/CBC; BBB/BBB
English Essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
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【1】Ability to communicate effectively orally.
【2】Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
【3】Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.
【4】Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
【5】Ability to research, analyze and synthesize information to develop policy options and recommendations.

COMPETENCIES
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【1】Client Service : Level 1
【2】Judgment
【3】Dependability
【4】Initiative
【5】Thoroughness
【6】Effective Interpersonal Relationships

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

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
𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
• Location: 1451 Coldrey Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
• Willingness and ability to work overtime, often on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Security requirement: Reliability Status

All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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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On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced d̲e̲t̲a̲i̲l̲s̲ (https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2021/10/backgrounder-covid-19-vaccine-requirement-for-the-federal-workforce.html) of its plans to require vaccination across the federal public service.

As per the new Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration Including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32694), federal public servants in the Core Public Administration and members of the RCMP must attest to their vaccination status. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated applies whether they are teleworking, working remotely or working on-site. This is a condition of employment and it applies to indeterminate (permanent), determinate (term), casual, and student hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment then the hiring manager or a human resources representative will contact you in order to complete an attestation.
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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.