Economic and Policy Analyst

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

*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*

In addition to submitting your resumé, 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.

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

Duties

Lead research and analytical activities to support policy development, strategic planning, program evaluation 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:

• Conduct in depth research on a variety of regional economic issues impacting FedNor initiatives, policies and programs and prepare written reports and/or briefing notes.

• Play a leadership role within the organization related to performance measurement, research and economic analysis.

• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to senior management.

• Lead project teams, working groups and/or working level discussions to integrate and influence strategies and plans, and to recommend options to decision makers.

• Provide coaching and mentoring to team members as needed, and provide guidance on day-to-day tasks to team members assigned to projects.

• Establish and maintain relationships and networks of contacts, and represent the organization by participating in various fora/committees.

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 2 positions on an indeterminate basis: one English Essential and one Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB.

Positions to be filled: 2

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 conducting research and integrating complex** ideas to provide strategic advice/recommendations and briefing senior management***.

EX2- Experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships with a network of contacts and represent your organization.

EX3- Experience leading complex** project teams or working groups.

EX4- Recent**** experience providing mentorship and guidance to employees.

Definitions:

*Significant experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various complex** activities related to this task, which are normally acquired over a period of at least two (2) consecutive years.

**Complex is defined as referring to at least one (1) of the following characteristics: involving multiple partners or stakeholders, impacting a community/organization/economic sector, having a potential for significant socio-economic outcome, or other similar characteristics.

***Senior management is defined as President / Director Level and above.

****Recent refers to experience gained within the last five years.

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

AE1 - Experience in the development and/or implementation of program performance measurement and evaluation frameworks.

AE2 – Experience using software to combine data from multiple sources to produce charts, graphs, maps and data visualizations.

AE3 - 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)

Various language requirements
1- Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

1- 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- Leadership - Inspiring and mobilizing people for work excellence.

COMP3- Relationship Management and Collaboration - Collaborating to achieve common goals by cultivating mutually-beneficial relationships.

COMP4- Strategic Thinking - Going beyond what is….imagining what could be and presenting innovative options/solutions.

COMP5- 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 be staffed, operational requirements may apply such as:
- Consent and ability to work flexible and/or overtime hours
- Consent 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.