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Indigenous Exclusive - Various Program Officer Positions
Program Officer Indigenous Exclusive Inventory - Process # 24-DIS-NCR-EA-634428
Click the image below for a video of a current PM employee telling us about a typical day as a Program Officer!
- Do you want to join a dynamic and inclusive team that's big on team spirit and collaboration?
- Would you like to contribute to the delivery of services to Indigenous communities?
- Do you wish to apply your lived experience and knowledge of Indigenous ways of being, knowing, and doing towards the development of meaningful projects, programs or services?
If you answered yes, you are in the right place! We are excited to learn more about you and your interest in working for Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) / Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC)!
Welcome to the ISC and CIRNAC PM Indigenous Talent Inventory. Join us to contribute to making Canada a better place for all peoples, particularly, First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.
*All references to Indigenous peoples or communities refer to First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
POSITIONS:
- PM-02: Junior Program Officer $68,849 to $74,180
- PM-03: Program Officer $73,798 to $79,511
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad, who self identify as a member of the following employment equity group: Indigenous peoples.
This inventory is exclusive to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous of Canada.
Locations: Various across Canada
Closing date: December 18, 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Please note: A first pull of applications will be done on October 1, 2024. Subsequent pulls from the inventory will be made according to staffing needs. We will use different strategies to manage application volume.
To learn more about this opportunity, please join our information sessions on the following dates:
- Monday September 23, 1:00 - 2:00PM EST / 10:00 - 11:00AM PST
- Thursday October 3, 4:00 - 5:00PM EST / 1:00 - 2:00PM PST
- Additional dates to be added
Click this link to join the Microsoft Teams information session and the indicated time. Or call in (audio only): +1 819-303-3246,,904348409# Canada, Gatineau Find a local number
Phone Conference ID: 904 348 409#
For frequently asked questions, CLICK HERE.
WHY CHOOSE ISC AND CIRNAC
ISC works collaboratively with partners to improve access to high quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. CIRNAC focuses on strengthening nation-to-nation relationships between Canada and Indigenous peoples, to modernize Government of Canada structures to enable Indigenous peoples to build capacity and support their vision of self-determination, and lead the Government of Canada's work in the North.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. We want to be an employer of choice and encourage Indigenous candidates to apply to ensure that their voices, thoughts, ideas and expertise are optimized in the work that we do. We provide excellent services and programs that require an understanding of the priorities and aspirations of partner Indigenous communities in areas such as education, health, economic development, housing, community infrastructure and social support.
We put employee wellbeing and work-life balance first, and work hard at building a stimulating, creative and respectful workplace culture. We offer a rewarding, diverse and enriching work environment for all employees. There are a wide range of resources and services available to our employees including: English/French language training, social and cultural activities, access to Elders, Indigenous career counselors, time-off to engage in traditional Indigenous practices, and many more. These resources are in place to enhance your experience as a CIRNAC or ISC employee.
ISC and CIRNAC employees can work a combination of in-office and telework. Physical onsite presence will be required for a minimum of 3 days per week in accordance with Treasury Board common hybrid work model for the Federal Public Service.
Join a workplace committed to advancing reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
PROCESS INTENT
When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for current and future vacancies across Canada. As positions become available, applicants who meet the screening qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.
This is a continuous intake to create and maintain an inventory, as well as, to establish partially assessed candidate pools for permanent or temporary opportunities that may arise.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (required for position)
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION (PM-02 and PM-03)
- A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience*.
*Experience may be gained through school, full-time or part-time employment, volunteer or charity work, work within your community or Native Friendship Centres, life experiences or similar areas.
If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE (required)
PM-02 and PM-03 - Junior Program Officers / Program Officers
- Experience* following or applying rules found in guidelines or policies or legislation.
- Experience* providing information or support or advice on a program or service.
PM-03 - Program Officers
- Experience* collecting information or conducting research in digital or physical formats.
*Experience may be gained through school, full-time or part-time employment, volunteer or charity work, work within your community or Native Friendship Centres, life experiences or similar areas.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Both or either of the two Official Languages of Canada, based on the position being staffed.
Information on language requirements
COMPETENCIES (all levels)(Alphabetical Order)
Client Service,
Communication (oral),
Communication (written),
Indigenous Cultural Awareness,
Integrity and Respect,
Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented,
Thinking Things Through,
Working with Others.
CLICK HERE for full competency definitions and behavioural indicators.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (PM-02 and PM-03)
- Possession of a valid driver’s license or personal mobility to a degree normally associated with the possession of a driver’s license.
- Willing and able to travel; this could include travel to remote locations and by small boats or small aircraft or automobile.
- Willing and able to work overtime with short notice.
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours.
- Rotating assigned work week schedule as follows: Monday to Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on-call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on alternating days, weeks and on weekends. (This work schedule does not apply to all positions.)
- Willing and able to travel to communities within Canada, as required.
- Willing and able to work remotely.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (PM-02 and PM-03)
Reliability Status or Secret security clearance
Depending on the position being staffed, one or more of the following condition(s) of employment MAY apply:
- Possession of a valid driver’s license or personal mobility to a degree normally associated with the possession of a driver’s license.
- Rotating assigned work week schedule as follows: Monday to Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on-call from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on alternating days, weeks and on weekends. (This work schedule does not apply to all positions.)
- For certain positions, you may be required to occasionally travel to remote and/or isolated communities in small aircraft, off road vehicles or by boat in varied weather conditions.
- Work standby, call back, overtime, and on weekends.
IMPORTANT MESSAGES
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are unable to apply online or need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us using the email address isc-cirnac.24-dis-ncr-ea-634428.sac-rcaanc@sac-isc.gc.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
The intent of this process is, in part, to respond to the Clerk of the Privy Council’s Call to Action for leaders in the Public Service to appoint, sponsor, support and recruit Indigenous candidates to build a more diverse and inclusive workforce. This opportunity provides a step forward in creating an organization reflective of the peoples, communities, First Nations, Inuit and Métis partners we work with and for.
Communication and assessment for this process will be done via the current platform - VidCruiter. Applicants MUST check their account/e-mails inbox frequently as there may be a deadline for responses. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process will be asked to create an account in VidCruiter. Candidate should include an email address that is accessible from work and home, and accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Please note that we will have to consider that you are no longer interested in participating in the selection process and that you have withdrawn your candidacy should you not provide us with an up-to-date email address or respond to our communication.
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.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The VidCruiter platform creates a centralized way for you to submit your application. You will need a VidCruiter account which will enable you to save and review your provided information.
You can submit your application in 3 easy steps:
- Sign in to your existing VidCruiter account OR create a new VidCruiter account using your contact information (see instructions here);
- Upload your proof of education;
- Tell us about yourself, including your citizenship status, experience, language proficiency and education.
If you start your application but are unable to finish at one time, you will be able to log back into your account to add additional information prior to the application deadline. It's that simple!
Apply today to help make a difference in Indigenous communities!
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