Junior Economist / Economist

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Intent of the process

A pool of candidates may be established to fill similar positions within Global Affairs Canada. Tenure and linguistic requirements may vary according to the position being staffed.

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)

A master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in Economics (more than half of graduate level courses in economics).

Degree equivalency

EC-04 Stream

• Experience in conducting economic analysis using quantitative data.

EC-05 Stream

• Significant* experience in undertaking current economic analysis (e.g. reporting on the state of the Canadian economy).

• Experience in conducting quantitative economic research.

*Significant experience is understood to mean the breadth, depth and diversity of experience normally acquired through performing a broad range of complex tasks that is typically acquired over a period of at least three (3) years as part of main duties and in a professional capacity.

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

EC-04 and EC-05 Streams

• Obtained high GPA in a Master’s program in Economics*.

*In top quintile of graduating class.

Degree equivalency

EC-04 Stream
• Work experience related to economic research (e.g. Teacher's Assistant, Research Assistant, co-op on an economics team).
• Conducting research using econometric techniques.

EC-05 Stream
• Experience conducting econometric analysis.
• Experience conducting economic research related to international trade.

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

Various language requirements
English essential
French essential
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB or CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of key global trends and developments, and Canadian international trade priorities.

Competencies:
EC-04 and EC-05 Streams
• Working Effectively with Others
• Analytical Thinking

EC-05 Stream
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
• Dependability

Abilities:
• Ability to analyse, synthesize and present economic data (e.g. through data visualization, PowerPoint presentations) from appropriate sources.
• Ability to apply economic theory to key global trends and developments, particularly international trade theory.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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

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

Information on employment equity

Ability and willingness to work overtime occasionally

Ability and willingness to travel occasionally

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

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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.

Contact information

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