Persons with Disabilities: A Career in Program Administration Awaits You!

Important messages

The interpretation of the poster for people who use Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) or for people who use American Sign Language (ASL) can be provided upon request.

You can view this job posting by using the INFOTEL service at 1-800-645-5605. The INFOTEL number for persons using a teletypewriter or telecommunication device for the hearing impaired is 1-800-532-9397.

There are several types of disabilities, which may be permanent, temporary or occasional. Disabilities can affect (non-exhaustive list):
- Development;
- Memory;
- Dexterity;
- Vision;
- Hearing;
- Speech;
- Mental health;
- Mobility;
- Flexibility.

There are many different types of disabilities. Beyond visible disabilities, we also find invisible disabilities such as (non-exhaustive list):
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD);
- Depression;
- Diabetes;
- Chronic pain;
- Learning disabilities (such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia);
- Neurodevelopmental disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

We want to simplify this evaluation process. We want to provide you with a positive, human and efficient experience. Help us remove barriers at every step of the process.

If you require accommodation, please send a message to the address listed below under the section "Contact Information." All requests and information received will be treated confidentially.

Duties

As a Senior Program Advisor, you would:

- Analyze funding requests and make recommendations;
- Negotiate and administer funding agreements;
- Collect relevant information on trends and issues;
- Prepare correspondence and briefing materials for management;
- Contribute to the development of program tools and processes;
- Conduct outreach to promote departmental priority programs and initiatives;
- Perform mentoring and coaching of junior staff.

Work environment

Why work with us?

We support initiatives that enable Canadians to enjoy a wide variety of cultural experiences and celebrate our history and heritage.

Here are some of our programs and services:
- Arts;
- Culture;
- Heritage;
- Major events;
- Sports;
- Official languages;
- Diversity and inclusion.

This position has been labelled as "hybrid." In general, employees in a hybrid position can expect to work two days per week from their designated PCH location.

Did you know? We have a:
- Dynamic network of employees with disabilities;
- Accommodation center;
- Reserved fund for accommodation measures;
- Ministerial plan to promote accessibility.

The only thing missing here is you and your talent!

Intent of the process

Want to join our team? Apply today!

Step 1: Submit your application.
Apply via this poster by clicking on "apply online" at the top or bottom of the page.

Note: As positions become available, applicants may be contacted for evaluations.

Step 2: Assessment.
If we determine that you meet the essential qualifications described in your application, you will be invited in to assess your experience and skills.

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)

Definition of an essential qualification: Mandatory for the work to be performed. Be sure you have these qualifications when you apply.

Education (Essential qualification).
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience (Essential qualifications).
1. Experience providing services to clients.

2. Experience leading projects or initiatives.

3. Experience performing two or more of the following tasks:
- Researching and compiling relevant information in a concise report;
- Writing correspondence;
- Analyzing financial documents;
- Making recommendations to management.

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

Competencies (Essential qualifications).
1. Written communication will be assessed throughout the application.
2. The other competencies being assessed will be confirmed at each stage of the process.

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

Definition of an asset qualification: Not mandatory for the job. However, an asset could become essential depending on the needs of the hiring manager.

You may still apply for this position even if you do not possess the asset qualifications.

Education (Asset qualification).
Diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience (Asset qualifications).
1. Experience analyzing funding requests.

2. Experience preparing grant applications (applying for funding) for community organizations or delivering funding programs for government organizations.

3. Experience developing operational tools, presentations, work processes or documents such as guides, toolkits or templates.

4. Experience mentoring or coaching employees.

5. Experience in community development or outreach activities.

6. Experience applying anti-oppression frameworks and principles.

7. Experience developing or modernizing working tools.

8. Experience delivering training to a variety of audiences.

9. Experience using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint or Excel.

10. Experience working with or within organizations operating in one or more of the following fields:
- Ethnically diverse or equity-deserving organizations or communities;
- Arts;
- Heritage;
- Indigenous communities or organizations;
- Official language minority communities – English-speaking communities in Quebec or Francophone communities outside Quebec.

Operational requirements.
1. Willingness and ability to travel occasionally;

2. Willingness and ability to work overtime occasionally with short notice;

Other information

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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.