Economist and Policy Analyst - Post-Secondary Recruitment

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

Accommodation can take many forms. The following are some examples of types of accommodation requests:
1. providing written materials in accessible formats, such as large print, braille.
2. providing readers or sign language interpreters or closed caption interviews.
3. extra time to complete a written test and/or interviews

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Duties

Master’s or Law degree graduates hired under the Economist and Policy Analyst stream are enrolled into our EC Development Program and are involved in all aspects of the Department's work. They conduct policy analysis and forecasts, perform research, and provide recommendations on a wide variety of public policy issues. Recruits can choose to specialize in a particular area of the Department of Finance Canada, or can gain experience in a number of different areas.

By providing expert policy analysis and advice to the Minister of Finance and Government of Canada, the Department is at the forefront in supporting the development and implementation of strong and sustainable economic, fiscal, tax, social, security, international and financial sector policies and programs.

Our eight policy branches provide unparalleled opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience in shaping public policy in Canada.

As a recruit, you will have unparalleled opportunities to work on challenging issues and influence important public policy decisions, including:

• Economic and fiscal forecasting;
• The federal budget;
• G20, G7 and other international meetings;
• Federal health and social transfers to the provinces and territories;
• Personal income, business income and excise tax policy;
• Social programs like the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security and Employment Insurance;
• Banking and financial sector regulation;

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Intent of the process

Only applicants meeting the essential qualifications will be included in a pool of qualified candidates from which hiring managers from the Department of Finance Canada and other federal government organizations may draw from until December 2024.

As this is a collective staffing process, the qualifications required may differ from one position to another. Our staffing process allows hiring managers to identify their individual needs for the position(s) they are looking to fill, this may include additional qualifications which will be communicated to applicants that are invited to take part in an interview(s). One or more asset qualifications may be used to identify candidates who may be a good fit for a particular position. Other criteria may also be used such as official languages or organizational needs.

Positions to be filled: 25

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A response to a text question addressing the following:

• University and Program
• Grade point average (GPA)
• Field of interest
• Outreach method

Contact information for 2 references.

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

EDUCATION:

a) Candidates must have or be working on a Master's degree from a recognized university in one of the following fields:
- Economics
- Public policy/administration
- International relations/studies
- Business administration in finance

OR

Candidates must have or be working on a program leading to a degree in law (e.g. LL.B., B.C.L. or J.D.) from a recognized university.

b) Specialization in economics

University coursework must include the equivalent of at least three full-year undergraduate or graduate courses in economics (or six half-year courses) by the time of graduation. Candidates who have a concentration in finance at the Master's degree level and three or more half-year post-secondary courses in economics will be considered.

Note: Qualifications a) and b) will be validated. You will be asked to provide copies of your transcripts at a later step in the assessment process.

Candidates must be able and willing to successfully complete their studies by December 31, 2024. Candidates hired will participate in the Economic and Social Sciences Services Developmental Program (ECDP).

Degree equivalency

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Academic scholarships, prizes, or awards.

Candidates having obtained high grades in undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the specialization relevant to the position being staffed.

Academic excellence
Candidates having obtained a grade point average (GPA) equivalent to 75 per cent or higher on their last completed Bachelor's degree.

Degree equivalency

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION:

Working toward or holding a professional designation relevant to the position (e.g. CPA, CMA, CFA).

EXPERIENCE:

Experience* in one or more of the following fields:
. Economics
. Public policy/administration
. International relations/studies
. Finance
* The experience acquired can be demonstrated through a combination of volunteer work, student employment (e.g. Teacher's Assistant, Research Assistant) and/or work experience.

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

Various language requirements
- English or French essential
- Bilingual - imperative

Applicants must be proficient in one of the official languages.

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES:

Analytical Thinking – Analyzing and synthesizing information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision making.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing – Communicating ideas and information in writing to ensure that information and messages are understood and have the desired impact.

Ability to communicate effectively orally – Listening to others and communicating articulately, fostering open communication.

PERSONAL SUITABILTY:

Critical Judgement – Evaluating ideas and information while referring to objective criteria to reach a rational conclusion

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

OTHER ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

ABILITY:

Information gathering and processing – Ability to locate and collect data/information from appropriate sources and analyze it to prepare meaningful and concise reports that summarize the information.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

Achieving results – Organize time and work to accomplish objectives in the most effective and efficient way

Interpersonal Relations – Building and maintaining effective working relationships with others to achieve organizational goals

Resilience – Works effectively in the face of stress, ambiguity, change or strenuous demands

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS - A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE:

Be part of an organization that represents and includes the diverse identities, cultures, perspectives and experiences that make up Canada.

The Department of Finance Canada takes great pride in having a diverse workforce with wide-ranging skill sets. To promote a workforce that is representative of the Canadians we serve and to respond to organizational/hiring managers’ needs, selection for hire may be limited to members of Employment Equity Groups. As such, we strongly encourage applicants who identify within the Employment Equity Groups to apply and self-declare in their application.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - This factor is not used at the screening stage. The hiring organization is responsible for the security clearance process.

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

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Department of Finance Canada’s goal is to create a community that is inclusive of all persons and treats all members of the community in an equitable manner. In creating such a community, the Department aims to foster a climate of understanding and mutual respect for the dignity and worth of all persons.

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.