Regional Outreach Officer

Important messages

Giving you the best chance to succeed!
At Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) we are committed to running inclusive and barrier-free recruitment processes.

If you have a limitation that may impact your performance at any steps of the assessment process (such as during a written test or an interview), you may request an accommodation. Assessment accommodations are designed to remove barriers, and to ensure that candidates with limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities. Should you wish to be accommodated, please direct your inquiry to the contact identified at the bottom of this poster. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Duties

The ideal candidate for this opportunity will:

• Create awareness of federal procurement opportunities and Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) mandate throughout the Atlantic region.
• Facilitate and host seminars and webinars, one-on-one consultations, and presentations to large and diverse suppliers and other stakeholders virtually or in person.
• Participate in planning and execution of target PAC outreach and engagement initiatives.
• Promote federal procurement opportunities, education and knowledge transfer to support businesses.
• Provide presentations on procurement topics such as: procurement modernization, electronic procurement system, and major procurements.
• Promote and support various procurement priorities of the Government of Canada including innovation and green and social procurement initiatives (green businesses, businesses owned or led by women, businesses owned by Indigenous peoples, businesses in minority official language communities, and businesses in multicultural communities).

Work environment

We are One PSPC!
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps the Government of Canada serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies and boards. By providing these centralized services to departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians.

At PSPC, we are committed to achieving a competent, representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We work hard to create a welcoming, respectful and inclusive workplace through a variety of programs and initiatives. In fact, we have been named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for the seventh year in a row and here is a list of some of our diversity and inclusion achievements:
• five diversity networks;
• a Task Force on Anti-racism, Workplace Culture and Equity;
• a national Reconciliation and Indigenous Engagement Unit;
• an Ombudsman for Mental Health (the first such position within the federal public service);
• an Accessibility Office and;
• a Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Centre of Expertise.

While many programs and initiatives have already been implemented in line with our commitments to diversity and inclusion, we aim to get better! That's why we invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where individual differences are recognized, valued and respected. Be part of the solution!
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Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)’s Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) in the Atlantic Region provides a diverse and inclusive work environment, often in a virtual context backed by a small yet strong and integrated team. PAC is responsible for delivering an effective outreach and engagement strategy in Atlantic Canada to provide information to businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises, about how to navigate the federal procurement system and how to do business with the Government of Canada in order to create a more open, fair and inclusive procurement process. To learn more about federal government procurement: https://buyandsell.gc.ca/for-businesses/selling-to-the-government-of-canada/the-procurement-process

This position offers a modern and exciting workplace – productive, collaborative and flexible. Possibilities include telework, travel and outward facing interaction with the private sector all while contributing to an organization dedicated to ensuring the well-being of its staff and achieving excellent client service to Canadians.

PSPC Network of spaces in the common hybrid work model* (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSWu8NKG5HY)

* PSPC offers hybrid work arrangements, a mix of in-office and virtual work. View the PSPC Network of spaces (link above) to learn about our vision! Specific work arrangements will be discussed with your manager based on the position and operational needs.

Intent of the process

The intent of this anticipatory staffing process is to establish a pool of qualified candidates to staff future vacancies in one of the following locations: Halifax, NS, Moncton, NB, Saint John, NB, Charlottetown, PEI, or St. John's, NL. The pool may also be used to staff similar positions at Public Services and Procurement Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

This selection process is only open to members belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups (Women, Aboriginal peoples, Persons with disabilities and Visible minorities) who reside within an 80 kilometer radius of Moncton (New Brunswick), Saint John (New Brunswick), St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Halifax (Nova Scotia), or Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island).

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

Education:
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience in stakeholder* engagement, performing a range of engagement activities such as; delivering presentations, facilitating meetings and participation at industry events or academic conferences.

*Stakeholders include, but are not limited to other levels of government, non-governmental organizations, academia, industry, or other groups.

Experience providing advice to management/senior officials using at least two of the following: proposals, reports, or presentations

Experience working effectively on a project or an initiative within a multidisciplinary team.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential and Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

Competencies:
Client Service - Level 1 (https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/corporate/accountability/client-service/competency.html)
Thinking Things Through
Integrity and Respect
Working Effectively with Others
Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations to provide technical or specialized information in a clear manner to a non-technical or specialized audience.

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

Asset Education:
Degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Asset Experience:
Experience in organizing and delivering outreach events. This might include event planning, or providing other event logistical support such as organizing hospitality, registration and site facilities, and other relevant experiences.

Experience acquiring goods and/or services using various procurement or purchasing methods.

Experience providing interpretation AND advice or guidance to managers and clients on the procedures, policies and legislation related to the procurement for goods, services, or construction.

Experience working in a procurement role or performing procurement duties. Your experience must include the completion of at least three (3) of the following procurement activities:

• Developing procurement documents, such as strategies or plans, statements of work (SOWs), AND solicitation documents or contracts;
• Participating in bid evaluations, and issuing supply arrangements, standing offers or contracts;
• Negotiating with multiple stakeholders (e.g., suppliers, clients, etc.);
• Managing contracts, standing offers or supply arrangements; including managing contract deliverables and contract issues;
• Providing advice and guidance on procurement to stakeholders (e.g., suppliers, legal counsel, clients, management, etc.).

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements:
Able and willing to travel which may require overnight stays.
Able and willing to occasionally work overtime and on weekends.
Possession of a valid driver's license OR personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver's license.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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.