Apply now to become a Policy Analyst (EC-06)

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

ACOA prioritizes an inclusive, equitable and safe work environment. This means that ACOA highlights equity and inclusion in all steps of the selection process. Our aim is to have a workplace that welcomes visible and invisible forms of diversity

Duties

As Policy Analyst, you will be part of a professional team responsible for providing evidence-based analysis on key priorities to enable well-informed policy decisions reflecting regional opportunities and challenges. You will:
• Provide briefing material, analysis and strategic advice that meets expectations in terms of timeliness, completeness, clarity and accuracy.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders and maintain knowledge networks that are integral to effective policy, advocacy and coordination efforts and that can provide critical intelligence that supports decision making at the regional and Agency levels.
• Support Agency priorities, key files, corporate initiatives, and other identified activities by monitoring developments; providing accurate and relevant information reflective of the regional perspective; and contributing to comprehensive and strategic approaches.
• Accomplish work that allows you to use your organizational and leadership skills.

Work environment

ACOA promotes short and long-term job creation and economic development in Atlantic Canada, particularly through the delivery of regionally tailored programs, services, knowledge and expertise so that all communities have access to place-based programming and support. These activities will support a strong recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and help create a more resilient economy.

At ACOA, we are invested in our people, our communities, and our economy. We work together to help businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive, assist local economies in our communities to develop and diversify, and we champion the strengths of Atlantic Canada.

At ACOA NL, we are a team of dynamic and talented professionals who:
• Take pride in what we do and our results.
• Believe in and promote work/life balance.
• Provide an environment that encourages and supports continuous learning throughout your career.

Intent of the process

One indeterminate position is anticipated to be staffed within the next few months.

A pool of qualified candidates will also be established through this process to staff anticipated vacancies, for identical or similar positions, at ACOA through acting, indeterminate or term appointments in the Newfoundland and Labrador region.

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

Candidates must always have a university 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

EXPERIENCES
• Significant* and recent experience in preparing briefing notes, presentations or other documents relating to policy issues or economic development.
• Significant* and recent experience in providing advice or recommendations to senior management on complex** issues.
• Experience in policy development, including research and analysis related to policy issues affecting industry sectors.
• Experience in developing and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating on policy-related or economy-related initiative(s) with partners or stakeholders.

*Significant experience means the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various complex related activities, which are normally acquired over a minimum period of 5 years.
**Complex policy issues are defined as policy issues that are ambiguous, poorly defined or require input, expertise, and analysis from multiple sectors, organizations, or disciplines.

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

• Experience in designing engagement processes and facilitating discussions.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of economic development principles and practices, including related issues, challenges and opportunities.

COMPETENCIES
• Valuing diversity and inclusion
• Attention to detail
• Strategic thinking
• Demonstrating initiative
• Relationship building
• Effective communication (oral and written)

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

• Knowledge of legislative procedures, proceedings, and processes.
• Knowledge of the government policy and decision-making processes.

In support of achieving a represented workforce, current or future organizational needs may require consideration be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and Indigenous peoples.

• Candidates must be willing to travel as required
• Must be willing to work overtime as required and on short notice

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - 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

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their application online via the jobs.gc.ca site, as you must complete the SCREENING QUESTIONS in which you must clearly demonstrate how you meet the EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE criteria listed in the essential qualifications and asset qualifications.

FAILURE TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE APPLICATION CONSISTING OF BOTH THE SCREENING QUESTIONS ANSWERS AND A RESUME, MAY RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING REJECTED.

Interested persons must meet each essential qualification in order to be in the pool and subsequently appointed to a position. However, a person may be appointed to a position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications, operational requirements or organizational needs. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing a person to be appointed.

• Various assessment tools may be used in this selection process.
• Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.
• You must provide proof of your education credentials.
• Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
• All written and verbal communication obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidate.

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, member of visible minorities, person with a disability or an Indigenous person.

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.

On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced details 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, 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.

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.