Advisors, Officers and Team Leaders sought at Indigenous Services Canada

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Assessment accommodation

WORKPLACE:

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, employees of Indigenous Services Canada are currently working remotely. Therefore, the candidate may initially have to work remotely until further notice. The department is actively working on a flexible, phased approach for the safe return of employees to their usual workspaces.

The official workplace for the above positions is located in Quebec City. Depending on the needs and requirements of the service, the possibility of entering into a formal telework arrangement could be considered. The request will be assessed in accordance with the provisions of the Directive on Telework.
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📌 Information you must provide
Applicants must submit their applications on-line (GC Jobs). You are required to complete screening questions that clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of education, experience and any asset education and asset experience if applicable.

Duties

We are seeking positive, innovative individuals who see the benefits of a strengthened relationship and wish to support Indigenous communities in realizing their visions. Our ideal team consists of members who thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment, who possess strong work ethic, values and written and oral communication skills. They are self-starters who can imagine and strive for what is possible.

→ Tasks of Regional program development advisor
The incumbent of the position will be part of the regional governance team and will be responsible for the delivery of grants and contributions‎ in support to Indian governments, such as the professional and institutional development program, as well as providing tailored services to communities and partners to help build community and governance capacity.

→ Tasks of Senior officer, Funding arrangements
As a representative of Indigenous Services Canada, the Senior Officer liaises with First Nations and other organizations. He provides administrative and financial advice to external and internal clients concerning the funding of the department's programs and services.

→ Tasks of Regional advisor, Social programs and partnerships
Within the Social Programs and Partnerships team, the selected candidate will actively contribute to supporting First Nations in their objectives to improve the safety and well-being of children, families and vulnerable clienteles. The counsellors are in direct contact with community professionals to support them in the funding and content of social programs.

→ Tasks of Regional program development team leader
The incumbent will be part of the Individual Services team and will be responsible for the delivery of programs such as Estates, Registration or Curatorship. He will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of program orientations and the management of the team. Duties include developing operational objectives, assigning tasks, supervising a work team and maintaining relationships with various program partners.

Work environment

Newly created, the Department of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) offers a dynamic framework that is open to transformation. It works collaboratively with many partners to improve access to high-quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and improve the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

The Quebec Regional Office of the Department of Indigenous Services Canada is located in the Saint-Roch district, at the heart of downtown Quebec. The regional office team is made up of nearly 180 employees, with a mix of professional profiles.

ISC is an employer that prioritizes its employees’ well-being. We offer an open and respectful work environment, many ongoing learning opportunities, advancement possibilities, competitive benefits, as well as flexible work schedules to achieve work life balance. The Quebec office benefits from a dynamic environment that is enhanced by the high participation rate of employees in social activities.
For a candidate newly appointed to the Federal Public Service and who lives outside Quebec City, you may be eligible to Initial Appointees Relocation Program that provides to a newly appointed employee a sum of up to five thousand dollars ($5,000).

Intent of the process

The immediate intent of this selection process is to staff one term position as a SENIOR OFFICER, FUNDING ARRANGEMENTS, one indeterminate position as a REGIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT TEAM LEADER and two indeterminate and one term position as REGIONAL ADVISOR, SOCIAL PROGRAMS AND PARTNERSHIPS.

This advertised process is also ANTICIPATORY for these positions : REGIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR, SENIOR OFFICER, FUNDING ARRANGEMENTS AND REGIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT TEAM LEADER.

A pool of candidates may be established to staff similar or identical position at Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) with various tenure, linguistic profiles or security requirements, which may vary.

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
Diploma (bachelor's degree) from a recognized post-secondary institution
OR
An acceptable* combination of education, training and experience.

* "Acceptable combination" is defined by a high school diploma and a minimum of three (3) years experience in a field related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Significant** experience in analyzing information, including financial information, and in formulating strategic advice and recommendations for management on issues related to programs, services or projects.
Significant** experience working in collaboration with various partners.

** "Significant experience" is defined as experience of a breadth and depth normally associated with the performance of a wide range of analytical activities related to the duties of the position, usually acquired over a consecutive period of two (2) years or more.

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

EXPERIENCE
For the following position: REGIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR
Experience in analyzing and/or coordinating complex files.
Experience working in community development and capacity building with First Nations.
Experience in the administration of grants and contributions programs.

For the following position: SENIOR OFFICER, FUNDING ARRANGEMENTS
Experience in analyzing and/or coordinating complex files.

For the following position: REGIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT TEAM LEADER
Experience in analyzing and/or coordinating complex files.
Minimum of two years experience, within the last five years, supervising a work team.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative - various requirements depending on the position to staff: BBB/BBB or CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills

COMPETENCIES
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage projects or programs.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to strategically analyze issues, find solutions and develop appropriate action plans.

For the Regional Program Development Team Leader only:
Ability to supervise a team.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
Thinking things through
Working effectively with others
Initiative and action-oriented
Integrity and respect

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Indigenous Services Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve our employment equity goals, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal Persons, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willing and able to work overtime as required, sometimes on short notice.*
Willing and able to travel.*

*May vary depending on the needs of the position.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Must hold a valid driver’s license.*
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.
*May vary depending on the needs of the position.

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

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.