EC-04 - Socio-Economic Policy Analyst

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📌 Workplace:
The official workplace for the positions to be filled is located in Quebec city (320, Saint-Joseph East). Successful candidates will be required to work at the work site in a hybrid work mode (at least 2 days each week, or 40% of the regular work schedule). A part-time telework agreement may be discussed and implemented at the time of hiring in accordance with the operational needs of the position to be filled.

Duties

The main functions of this position are to analyze, synthesize and integrate varied and complex information, particularly in support of the Strategic Services and Intergovernmental Affairs Directorate and the Regional Executive Office. Regional strategic and operational planning exercises are coordinated with the regional directors and linked with headquarters. Logistics, planning and minutes of meetings with our partners are also an important part of the tasks. In addition, writing and/or reviewing briefing notes, presentations and regional summaries are also an integral part of the work. Researching data or information, qualitative and/or quantitative is also important.

Work environment

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) provides a respectful workplace where collaboration among colleagues and partners is essential. It is in this spirit that ISC works collaboratively with many partners to improve access to high quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and improve the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

The mandate of the department requires the services of dedicated and motivated individuals who excel in dynamic work environments based on relationship building, collaboration, cultural sensitivity and service excellence.

ISC is an employer that prioritizes its employees’ well-being. We offer an open and respectful work environment, many ongoing learning opportunities, advancement possibilities, competitive benefits, as well as flexible work schedules to achieve work life balance.

Intent of the process

The intent of this processus is to staff 2 EC-04 positions for a one-year period with the possibility of extension and/or indeterminate appointment.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to fill similar positions within Indigenous Services Canada in Quebec region.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

Note:
Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for a specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
- Experience in developing policies, reference guides or recommendations for management.
- Experience in preparing, developing and presenting written and verbal reports or summaries or presentations.
- Experience in conducting research and analysis related to policy and/or regulations (this includes collecting, compiling, analyzing and synthesizing information and data from various sources).

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

EDUCATION
- Graduation with a Master’s Degree or PhD from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization related fields.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
- Experience in providing advice and recommendations to senior executives.
- Experience in planning and holding consultation and collaboration activities with Indigenous stakeholders.
- Experience in a strategic planning exercise with a federal, provincial or municipal department or non-governmental organization.
- Experience in establishing strategic priorities in support of organizational planning.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
- Ability to analyze and synthesize complex qualitative and quantitative information.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with tight or concurrent deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate with managers and directors on various issues of regional interest.
- Ability to write information products (reports, minutes or other) or presentations to management (Management: Director and above) and to make recommendations.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
- Integrity and respect
-Effective interpersonal relationships
- Initiative and being action-oriented
- Reliability
- Judgment

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
- Indigenous Services Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population its serve. In support of our strategy to achieve our employment equity goals, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Indigenous peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- 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

- Ability and willingness to travel.
- Willingness to work overtime when required, often on short notice.

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.