Chief, Procurement and Contract Management

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

*APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED ONLINE. Contact should you require an alternative application method.*

* Applicants are encouraged to apply if they are willing and able to work in, or relocate to or within 40 kms of Kenora, North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thunder Bay or Timmins, Ontario*

In addition to submitting your resume, you will be required to respond to a number of selection questions, which may take time. The answers to your questions will determine whether you prequalify in the selection process. Candidates are therefore encouraged to allow sufficient time to provide relevant and complete answers.

Applicants who do not provide the information requested in a CLEAR manner may have their application REJECTED. In addition, we will not contact applicants if any information is missing or incomplete.

To be appointed to a position, you must have all the essential qualifications. Other qualifications may be taken into account in the choice of the person appointed

Work environment

The Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) is the Government of Canada's economic development organization for Northern Ontario. Through its programs and services, and through its financial support of projects that lead to job creation and economic growth, FedNor works with businesses and community partners to build a stronger Northern Ontario. FedNor focuses on creating a diversified Northern Ontario economy that has strong, competitive and innovative businesses. A position with FedNor allows you to be part of a nimble department that has a broad mandate to work on a variety of economic development activities.

Why Choose FedNor:
• Work with a great team who support each other.
• Be part of a small agency with big heart.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference to the region and country.
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid environment – mix of working 2 days in-person at the office and 3 days at home).

Please note: FedNor has offices across Northern Ontario in Sudbury, Sault Ste Marie, North Bay, Thunder Bay, Timmins and Kenora. The successful candidates would work out of one of these offices. The Applicants are responsible to ensure they have a reliable internet connection and access.

Intent of the process

The immediate intent of this selection process is to staff this position on an indeterminate basis: with linguistic requirement Bilingual imperative - BBB/BBB and security clearance: Reliability

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)

EDUCATION
A secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
EXP1 - Experience with complex* procurement processes including but not limited to developing statements of work (SOW), developing mandatory and technical requirements, negotiation, evaluation of bids, contracts, debriefing.
EXP2 - Experience providing complex* advice and recommendations to clients and/or senior management on procurement policies and processes.
EXP3 - Experience leading team projects and working groups.
EXP4 - Experience with the delivery and management of practices and principles of procurement and contracting services, including client requisitions, sourcing, and procurement planning.

*Complex is defined as situations where at least two (2) of the following are present: information is vague or incomplete; information is coming from multiple sources; various levels of consultation/validation are required; involves multiple stakeholders; involves supervisor and above; involves external stakeholders such as vendors.

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

ASSET EDUCATION
AE1 - (SCMP) - Supply Chain Management Diploma OR Certification or working towards designation.
AE2 -Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Business Administration.

*The term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate

Degree equivalency

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

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

KNOWLEDGE
K1 - Knowledge of financial administration and reporting practices.
K2 - Knowledge of the procurement life cycle within the context of Canadian federal government including relevant regulations, policies, directives, and procedures.
K3 - Knowledge of procurement and contracting instruments used by the Canadian public service (such as Standing Offers, Temporary Help Services, Task-Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS), Professional Services Online (PS Online), Government Electronic Tendering Services, etc.) or equivalent types of instruments used by provincial or municipal public services or other organizations
K4- Knowledge of working with procurement systems

ABILITIES
A1 - Ability to work under pressure.
A2 - Ability to prioritize work and manage many files at the same times.
A3 - Ability to interpret, analyze and apply contracting policy.
A4 - Ability to think outside of the box to promote best procurement practices.
A5 - Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
PS1 - Effective Interpersonal Skills
PS2 - Thoroughness
PS3 - Dependability
PS4 - Critical thinking and judgement
PS5 - Negotiation

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willing and able to work overtime when needed.
• Willingness and ability to travel on occasion.
• Candidates must be willing to work in one of FedNor's offices in Sudbury, Kenora, North Bay, Thunder Bay, Timmins or Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario)

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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.