Policy Analyst

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Screening questions have been built into the application process. When answering the screening questions you must provide concrete and detailed examples to clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification. We cannot make any assumptions about your experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties is not enough. Instead, provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. We will only use your résumé as a secondary source of information. The breadth and depth of experience may be considered during screening, assessment and/or selection of candidates.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME
The Public Health Agency is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that comprises individuals who have an array of identities, abilities, background, culture, skills, perspectives, and experiences that are representative of Canada’s current and evolving population. We are passionate about fostering a workplace where all people feel welcome, can reach their full potential, and contribute their unique perspectives and experience to the success of the team.

BRING YOUR WHOLE SELF TO WORK
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, sexual orientation, civil union or relationship status, disability, age, parental status, military service, or other status protected under federal law.

Duties

The Office of International Affairs is recruiting for a number of positions where you will have the opportunity to develop and expand your skills and knowledge in global health. Below are examples of the potential duties you may perform:
• Advise decision-makers on COVID-19 recovery efforts and the advancement of Canada’s global health goals, balancing economic, environmental, and social considerations.
• Analyze high-priority, emerging global health issues and provide advice, policy formulation and recommendations to support senior management.
• Support the participation of senior decision-makers and officials in high-level meetings with international stakeholders related to high-priority and emerging global health issues
• Work with technical experts across Canada’s health portfolio to communicate and share knowledge with global stakeholders related to Canada’s domestic health priorities.

Work environment

🍁 JOIN THE PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY OF CANADA 🍁

The Public Health Agency of Canada was created to deliver on the Government of Canada's commitment to help protect the health and safety of all Canadians. At the Public Health Agency of Canada, we take pride in what we do. We believe that the work we do is defined by more than just a position title.

We encourage our employees to be creative, motivated, inspired and innovative, regardless of their level. We promote opportunities for growth because we support employee development.

We believe life is about more than just your job. We support our employees by encouraging work-life balance and employee wellness. We offer our employees a competitive salary, generous vacation, paid leave for family and health, comprehensive benefits, and an attractive pension plan.

The Public Health Agency of Canada is part of the Health Portfolio of the Government of Canada, committed to help protect the health and safety of all Canadians. Its activities focus on preventing chronic diseases, like cancer and heart disease, preventing injuries and responding to public health emergencies and infectious disease outbreaks.

Intent of the process

Anticipatory. The result of this selection process will be to create a pool of qualified candidates from which future permanent and/or temporary vacancies may be filled for positions within the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:
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.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
• Experience researching, analyzing and synthesizing policy information.
• Experience in developing strategic options and recommendations.
• Experience in briefing management (supervisor level and above) through written material such as briefing notes, presentations, correspondence and other relevant material.
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of domestic and international health policy issues.
• Knowledge of current Government of Canada priorities as it relates to the health portfolio.

Abilities:
• Ability to conduct research, analyze and evaluate issues.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to multiple changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Personal Suitability:
• Dependability
• Judgment
• Effective interpersonal relationships
• Adaptability

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

Asset Education:
• Master’s Degree from a recognized Post Secondary Institution in a field related to the position being staffed.

Degree equivalency

Asset Experience:
• Experience working within the Health Portfolio.
• Experience participating in international meetings, negotiations, and events.
• Experience consulting and negotiating with officials from other federal departments; other countries or international organizations to advance international priorities.

Organizational Needs:
The Public Health Agency of Canada is committed to Employment Equity. In order to ensure a diversified workforce, preference may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minority groups provided the candidate meets all essential qualifications listed on the job opportunity notice and any applicable asset qualification(s).

Conditions of employment

• Secret security clearance
• Willingness and ability to work overtime on short notice.

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.