Various Analyst (EC-04) and Advisor (EC-05) Positions

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

Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is committed to advancing equity and embracing diversity and inclusion by implementing meaningful actions that are founded in respect, collaboration and accountability. GAC is committed to ensuring that its workforce both at home and abroad is representative of Canada’s current and evolving population. GAC’s dedication towards advancing equity diversity and inclusion is exemplified through the various efforts and initiatives in place that aim to ensure representation at all levels, provide equitable career opportunities, provides a safe and accessible workplace and to strengthen the inclusivity of the workplace so that all employees have the possibility to be authentic. All candidates who believe they are qualified are encouraged to apply, including Black, other racialized and Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. We invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where your voice is heard, valued, respected and amplified. Knowing that diverse teams foster innovation we strongly encourage you to complete the Employment Equity (EE) section in your application.

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE:
***Please note that the ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed using the application. As a result, when answering the screening questions, we ask that you do not use point form.***

This process includes four (4) streams in order to create pools for various positions within our organization. You will be asked to indicate which stream(s) you would like to apply for when completing the application. Please note that some merit criteria are specific to certain stream(s).

Stream 1 – EC-04 Indo-Pacific Policy Analyst
Stream 2 – EC-04 Various Analyst positions
Stream 3 – EC-05 Indo-Pacific Policy Advisor
Stream 4 – EC-05 Various Advisor positions

Work environment

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity that allows you to contribute to Canada's foreign policy, trade, and development priorities in one of the world's most critical regions? Look no further than Global Affairs Canada!

We are seeking skilled, diverse, and highly motivated applicants who are passionate about advancing Canada's interests in the world. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to help shape Canada's role in the world, while supporting sustainable development, growing the Canadian economy, and advancing peace and security and/or deepening understanding of well-being within the department.

The Indo-Pacific region is a key player in global affairs, and we believe that Canada can make a significant difference in this important region. If you are interested in making a positive impact and contributing to Canada's future, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and help us build a brighter future for Canada and the world.

Intent of the process

We currently have various needs for positions at the EC-04 and EC-05 level. Partially or fully qualified pools can be created to staff positions that are currently vacant and other future needs at GAC in the National Capital Region. The essential qualifications, the duration of employment and the linguistic profiles may vary depending on the position to be staffed.

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
FOR ALL STREAMS:

ED1 - 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
FOR ALL STREAMS:

EX1– Experience* in researching and analysing international policy issues or experience in researching, synthesizing and analyzing information in order to draw conclusions and provide recommendations.

EX2– Experience* in developing or contributing to briefing materials such as reports, presentations, trends and statistics reports.

EX3– Experience* working collaboratively in a group or in a team setting.

*Experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience generally acquired through the performance of duties for a minimum period of one year for EC-04 positions and three years for EC-05 positions.

FOR EC-05 (STREAMS 3 AND 4) ONLY:

EX4 – A minimum of one year experience in building and maintaining partnerships with internal or external stakeholders.

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

***The criteria below could be essentials or assets, depending on the position being staffed.***

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION

AED1– Master’s degree in business, economics, sociology, commerce, international relations, political science, business administrations, law or related field.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

AEX1– Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with internal or external stakeholders.

AEX2– Experience in the management of international development projects or analysis of international development project proposals or experience in international trade or in foreign policy analysis.

AEX3– Experience in the development or review or the interpretation of government of Canada policies and directives.

AEX4– Experience in supporting negotiations.

AEX5– Experience researching issues related to the Indo-Pacific region.

AEX6– Significant**experience living and working in a developing country, middle-Income country or fragile/crisis-affected country.

AEX7– Experience in the use of data and visualization in presentations, dashboards or placemats, for storytelling and supporting decision-making.

AEX8– Experience using statistical software packages or programming languages (e.g., SAS, R, Python, Power BI, Excel, etc.) to analyze, interpret and visualize data.

AEX9 – Experience providing coaching or supervision of junior staff.

AEX10 – Experience participating in and contributing at multi-stakeholder forums (such as pan-departmental committees, working groups, etc.).

AEX11 – Significant** experience living and working in the Indo-Pacific region.

**Significant is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with the performance of the duties for a period of at least 6 months.

AEX12 – Foreign language abilities at the working level* relevant to the position may be considered an asset. These include Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, Cantonese, Hindi, Dari, Pashtu, Malay, Indonesian, Urdu and Vietnamese.

*Candidates indicating a working ability in these languages may be tested by the Department as part of the hiring process.

AEX13 – Experience managing large data sets (i.e. validation, cleaning, cataloguing and data visualization).

AEX14 – Experience in collecting, organizing, analysing, interpreting, and presenting data.

AEX15 – Experience in analysing, interpreting, and presenting data related to the well-being of an organization and its people.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential or French Essential (EC-04 - Streams 1 and 2 only)
Bilingual Imperative: BBB/BBB (All streams)
Bilingual Imperative: CBC/CBC (All streams)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
FOR STREAMS 1 AND 3 ONLY:

K1– Knowledge of key trends and developments in the Indo-Pacific Region.
K2– Knowledge of Canadian foreign, trade and international assistance policies and priorities related to the Indo-Pacific region.

FOR STREAMS 2 AND 4 ONLY:

K3 – Knowledge of key global trends and developments.
K4 – Knowledge of Canadian foreign, trade and international assistance policies and priorities.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
FOR ALL STREAMS:

PS1– Initiative
PS2– Judgement
PS3– Teamwork
PS4– Adaptability and Flexibility

ABILITIES
FOR ALL STREAMS:

A1– Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A2– Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
A3– Ability to analyze data or policy information from several sources and formulate recommendations.
A4– Ability to plan, organize, set priorities and work under pressure.

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
The Department of Global Affairs Canada is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs. For more information, please consult the following link:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/employment-equity.html

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
– Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, including evenings and weekends.
– Ability and willingness to travel occasionally within Canada or internationally.

Conditions of employment

Secret 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

A qualified candidate may be offered the position even though they do not meet any or all of the asset qualifications. However, asset criteria are desirable and may be applied at any point of the staffing process by the hiring manager, including for being a deciding factor in choosing the candidate.
Communications for this selection process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information (including the email address) is provided and updated as required.
You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials.
The board members may retain a certain number of applicants for further assessment, based on a top-down approach, random selection or based on some of the assets qualifications. Only applicants whose candidacy is retained will be contacted.
All qualifications could be assessed throughout the process, including by using email communications.
Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs.html.

Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process prior to the closing date. You may also review jobs open to the public through INFOTEL at 1-800-645-5605. The INFOTEL number for persons using a TTY/TDD is 1-800-532-9397.

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.