Senior Director, Macroeconomic Policy Analysis

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AGREEMENT TO BEING DEPLOYED:

A deployment is the transfer of a person from one position to another that does not constitute a promotion. Please be advised that all appointments and deployments (except acting appointments) to and within the Executive (EX) Group within the core public administration that take place after April 1, 2020 are subject to the Agreement to be Deployed provision as a mandatory condition of employment.

Duties

DUTIES:

In addition to providing advice across the spectrum of macroeconomic policy topics, the Senior Director of Macroeconomic Policy Analysis is responsible for overseeing:

• In-depth policy research on fiscal, monetary, climate change, international trade and investment policy, as well as the macroeconomic implications of major global transitions;
• Model based assessments of macroeconomic impacts of major government policies; and
• Development and maintenance of the Department of Finance Canada’s suite of general equilibrium models and other advanced economic models.

OUR DEPARTMENT: WHAT WE DO:

At the Department of Finance Canada, we are the primary source of economic and financial advice for the Minister of Finance and the Government of Canada. We interact with virtually every federal department and agency and play a pivotal role in the analysis and design of public policy across the widest range of taxation, economic, financial, social and environmental issues.
We provide leadership in helping the Government of Canada develop the economic and social policies that will improve the standard of living and quality of life of Canadians, their families and their communities. We work on challenging policy issues, and you will have access to decision makers and be able to influence important public policy decisions.

Work environment

The Department of Finance Canada has transitioned to a hybrid workplace requiring employees to work some of the time in the office (the aim is for on-site work 50% of the time). This hybrid work arrangement maintains the flexibility and productivity gained through remote work, while maintaining our culture and making the most of the benefits of working together in the office.
The department's facility at 90 Elgin Street is in the heart of downtown Ottawa. The building is equipped with state-of-the art technologies to support collaboration and innovation. The area is served by all major bus routes and a light rail station, and employees have access in the building to amenities such as a library and showers, change rooms and secure bicycle storage, allowing them to commute using the National Capital Region’s bike path system.
The Department of Finance Canada has been named as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers of 2022. This recognition highlights a positive change within our structures and culture in ways that enable the recruitment of diverse employees, and support an inclusive environment where they can build successful careers within the department.
The Department also consistently ranks among the best federal public organizations for results to the Public Service Employee Survey (PSES).

Intent of the process

This process may be used to staff similar positions within the Department of Finance.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Candidates must clearly demonstrate IN THEIR COVER LETTER how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the "Essential Qualifications". Candidates must use the education and experience factors as a header and then provide concrete examples demonstrating how they meet each of the education and experience criteria. If you believe that you meet the experience factors listed in the "Other Qualifications (Asset Qualifications)", please demonstrate how by providing concrete examples using the above-mentioned requested format. Please note that résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:

Graduation with a master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in economics.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

Ex1. Significant* experience in the provision of advice and briefings to senior government officials or members of senior leadership teams on economic and fiscal policies and macroeconomic developments;

Ex2. Significant* experience in planning, directing and coordinating analytical work and briefing materials on economic issues;

Ex3. Significant* experience in planning, directing and participating in economic analysis using advanced macroeconomic modelling techniques;

Ex4. Experience in developing and maintaining working relationships with stakeholders, international organizations, or research groups;

Ex5. Experience in managing human resources.

*Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired with having performed a broad range of various, complex related activities acquired over a period of approximately three or more years.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

K1. Significant* knowledge of economic theory and applied research methodologies;
K2. Knowledge of current economic developments and economic policy issues;
K3. Knowledge of the Department of Finance’s role and mandate;
K4. Knowledge of general equilibrium modelling methods.

*Significant knowledge is defined as the depth and breadth of knowledge in a range of various, complex related activities.

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

KLC1. Create Vision and Strategy
KLC2. Mobilize People
KLC3. Uphold Integrity and Respect
KLC4. Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
KLC5. Promote Innovation and Guide Change
KLC6. Achieve Results

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

1. Please ensure that the following is included in your application:

(a) A cover letter which clearly demonstrates how you meet each of essential education and experience criteria and any relevant asset criteria. Resumes may be used as a secondary source of information to validate if candidates meet the essential qualifications used for screening purposes.

(b) Your preferred official language.

2. In making an appointment, any assessment method that is considered appropriate to determine whether a person meets the qualifications referred to in the statement of merit may be used, such as a review of past performance and accomplishments, talent map placement, examinations, interviews and reference checks.

3. Indeterminate employees at the same group and level may be considered for deployment.

4. Communication for this appointment process will be sent via e-mail. Persons are entitled to receive communication and participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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.