Economic, Policy and Planning Analyst

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Assessment accommodation

*ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ONLINE WILL BE ACCEPTED*

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.

Employees will be required to work two days a week in the office and a telework agreement will be made with the hiring manager.

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.

Note that it would be possible to use essential experiences and assets to determine the number of candidates who will be invited for the next stage.

Duties

Participate in research and analytical activities to support policy development, strategic planning and performance measurement in the Results and Economic Intelligence unit of the Strategic Policy Directorate. Duties will include but not be limited to the following:

• Contribute to research on a variety of regional economic issues impacting FedNor initiatives, policies and programs and contribute to written reports and/or briefing notes.

• Support the organization in the areas of performance measurement, research and economic analysis including data collection, validation and storage.

• Provide research, analysis and advice to senior analysts/managers on the results of departmental policies, programs and initiatives in the region.

• Provides support to senior analysts/managers on economic/socio economic issues and initiatives and the collection and dissemination of strategic intelligence.

• Participate in project teams and working groups and represents the organization at meetings and events.

Work environment

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 in-person at the office and at home).

Please note: FedNor has offices across Ontario in Sudbury, Sault Ste Marie, North Bay, Thunder Bay, Timmins and Kenora. The successful candidates may 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 positions on indeterminate basis: with linguistic requirements: English Essential, with a Secret Security Clearance.

A pool of qualified and partially qualified candidates may be created to staff similar positions within Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario with various language requirements such as : BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC, CCC/CCC and various tenures (indeterminate, deployment, acting, specified period).

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

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization* in Economics, Sociology or Statistics.

*Acceptable specialization is at least one full year course or two half-year courses in Economics, Sociology or Statistics.

Note:
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.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EX1- Significant* experience to conduct research and analysis and provided options and recommendations to management.

EX2- Significant* experience in writing briefing material and reports for various audiences.

*Significant experience is understood to mean the depth and breath of the experiences normally acquired approximately two (2) consecutive years or more experience associated with having performed a broad range of various files.

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

ASSET EDUCATION

Graduation with a Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in economics, sociology, statistics, business/commerce, political science, public policy, mathematics or a related field.

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE

AEX1 - Experience in the development and/or implementation of program performance measurement and evaluation frameworks.

AEX2 – Experience using software to combine data from multiple sources to produce charts, graphs, maps and data visualizations.

AEX3 - Experience in engaging with stakeholder groups that support the economic inclusion of equity-seeking groups (e.g., Indigenous Peoples, Black or Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, Women) and/or rural and remote communities.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

K1- Knowledge of economic challenges and opportunities in Northern Ontario.

COMPETENCIES

COMP1- Achieving Results - Getting things done – quality services in a timely manner.

COMP2- Adaptability - Adjusting how you perform and think about things as well as continually learning from changes going on around you.

COMP3- Analytical Thinking - Using a logical reasoning process to break down facts and work through a problem to arrive at an appropriate outcome.

COMP4- Initiative - Identifying opportunities and taking action to improve results, without being prompted by others.

COMP5- Relationship Management and Collaboration - Collaborating to achieve common goals by cultivating mutually-beneficial relationships.

COMP6- Effective Interactive Communication and Written Communication - Getting verbal and written messages across to varied audiences for maximum impact.

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Depending on the position to staff, operational requirements could apply such as:

- Willingness and ability to work overtime

- Willingness and ability to travel

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

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.