Advisor, Regional Economic Development

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

*ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ONLINE WILL BE ACCEPTED*

Answering selection questions may take time. However, your answers to the questions will determine whether you prequalify in the selection process. Candidates are therefore encouraged to allow sufficient time to provide relevant and complete answers.

Applicants who do not provide the information requested in a CLEAR manner may have their application REJECTED. In addition, we will not contact applicants if any information is missing or incomplete.

To be appointed to a position, you must have all the essential qualifications. Other qualifications may be taken into account in the choice of the person appointed.

CED has begun its Transition Plan to Hybrid Work. By April 1, 2023, employees be required to work from the office at least two days a week and will have the option to telework the rest of the week, subject to operational requirements. We will therefore continue to rediscover the value of shared in-person experiences that are essential to cohesive, collaborative and high-performing organizations. Our work in person supports collaboration, team spirit, innovation and a culture of belonging. It helps us build trust and learn from each other.

Duties

Main duties of the Regional Economic Development Advisor (CO-02):

• Provide information on Agency services and programs and on Government of Canada priorities.
• Evaluate clients' needs, analyse intervention opportunities, make referrals and guide clients in their undertaking.
• Analyse business plans, financial packages, and financial forecasts. Write analysis recommendations.
• Process reimbursement claims and client requests for agreement amendments.
• Maintain close links with government partners, socio-economic stakeholders and the business community.

Work environment

Are you passionate about economic development? At Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), we support innovative entrepreneurial projects and the ecosystem that helps them grow. Are you creative and committed? A career at CED awaits you!

Working at CED means having the opportunity to make a difference in the economic development of Quebec's regions, particularly by supporting innovation and the implementation of clean technologies. It means being a leader in a professional and committed team in a regional office, in Drummondville. Our clientele is made up of passionate entrepreneurs, non-profit organisations dedicated to the success of SMEs and Aboriginal partners.

As a federal organization, CED offers various types of paid and unpaid leave and excellent benefits, including one of the most advantageous pension plans in Canada as well as access to medical and dental plans. We provide a motivating environment that offers opportunities for leadership, growth and skills development. Join us to take on challenges that match your skills!

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff a position at our Centre-du-Québec business office in Drummondville.
A pool of qualified candidates may be established and used by the Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions to fill future vacancies.

Positions to be filled: 1

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 specialization in business administration, accounting, commerce, finance, economics or in any other bachelor’s specialization combined with relevant experience.
OR
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

* The term "degree" refers to a bachelor's degree, as established by the appropriate educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCES

EX1-Experience in business development and in providing services to a business clientele, for example during meetings with partners and advisory services to entrepreneurs;

EX2-Experience in evaluating; recommending and monitoring project from companies or non-profit organizations (NPOs), for example project feasibility, financial health or risk analysis;

EX3-Experience writing reports or memos for decision-making.

KNOWLEDGE

- Knowledge of financial analysis practices.

- Knowledge of the business environment of companies as well as the current issues and challenges they must deal with and how to deal with them.

COMPETENCIES

1) Demonstrating integrity and respect;
2) Thinking things through;
3) Showing initiative and be action-oriented;
4) Client service orientation;
5) Working effectively with others;
6) Effective written communication;
7) Effective verbal communication.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATION (EXPERIENCE)

- Experience in developing partnerships with businesses and not-for-profit organizations, such as industry associations, horizontals, economic development organizations and universities;

- Experience in collaboration and project development with indigenous peoples and their communities.

OPERATIONNAL REQUIREMENTS

OR1 - Willingness to travel on the territory and sometimes on short notice in order to attend face-to-face meetings with customers and partners or for training and conferences;

OR2 - Willingness to do overtime occasionally;

OR3 - Possession of a valid driver's license, or the ability to move around to an extent usually associated with the possession of a driver's license.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)
French Essential

Information on language requirements

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

In order to build a diversified workforce, CED may limit their selection to candidates who have self-identified as belonging to one of the following equity groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women and visible minorities.

▶ Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
▶ Top down selection may be used during any stage of the selection process.
▶ Resumes may be used as a secondary source to validate the experience and education described in the screening questions.
▶ Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. Should you have a disability or an exceptional circumstance that requires an alternative application method, please contact us for guidance.
▶ Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is always functional and accepts messages from unknown users.
▶ Please note that candidates at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered first.

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.