Reference number
NED25J-021028-000203

Selection process number
25-NED-EA-NU-OPS-662373

Location
Iqaluit (Nunavut)

Employment tenure
Permanent Full Time, Temporary Full Time

Salary
CO-01 - Economic Development Officer / Economic Development Advisor - $69, 552 to $ 91, 493. CO-02 – Senior Economic Development Officer / Senior Economic Development Advisor - $ 89, 966 to $128, 102.

Level
CO-01, CO-02

Who can apply
For this selection process, applicants will be considered in the following order:1) Those who are Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.
2) If there are no qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents residing abroad may be considered.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency.

Duties
As an Economic Development Officer at CanNor, you would be part of a dynamic and hard-working team. You would provide support to important programs and projects, and engage key partners and stakeholders towards sustainable economic development in the region.Working within CanNor’s Operations sector, the selected candidates will have an opportunity to make a significant difference in the economic and social wellbeing of Indigenous peoples and northern residents; by working directly with communities and businesses, and witnessing first-hand the results of government investments.

Work environment
Established in August 2009, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) is the only federal department with an exclusive mandate for the North, and has regional offices in each of the three territories along with a liaison office in Ottawa.CanNor's vision is to develop a strong, diversified, sustainable and dynamic economy for all northerners and Indigenous peoples across Canada's three Territories. As the smallest of the Government of Canada’s regional development agencies, CanNor provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking to be part of a small but mighty organization that leverages its nimbleness to tackle some serious, high-profile socio-economic issues.As a member of CanNor’s Pan-Territorial Operations sector, the selected candidates will have an opportunity to make a real difference in the economic and social wellbeing of northern residents; by working directly with communities and businesses, and witnessing first-hand the results of the government’s investments!

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to fill multiple full-time permanent and temporary positions in Iqaluit, Nunavut. The immediate need is to fill two (2) C0-02 positions on a full-time, permanent basis, one (1) C0-01 position on a full time, temporary basis (one (1) to three (3) year term). Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement who are found qualified in this staffing process will be appointed ahead of other qualified applicants.Qualified candidate pools may be established for both the CO-01 and CO-02 group and levels to fill future vacancies in Iqaluit, Nunavut. Consideration may also be given to providing acting, deployment, secondments/assignments opportunities for existing Government of Canada employees. Interchange Canada opportunities may also be considered.Candidates applying from outside of Iqaluit must be willing to relocate.

Positions to be filled
7

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.Ullukuut!CanNor is looking to fill Economic Development positions for its Operations branch in Iqaluit, Nunavut. These positions are perfect for someone with an interest in business or economic development and who enjoys working with a team of innovative, dedicated staff.The intent of this process is to fill multiple permanent positions in Iqaluit, Nunavut. Candidates applying from outside of Iqaluit must be willing to relocate.The salary ranges for the positions are : from $69,552 to $ 128,102.CO-01 - Economic Development Officer / Economic Development Advisor - $69, 552 to $ 91, 493 per year.
CO-02 – Senior Economic Development Officer/ Senior Economic Development Advisor - $ 89, 966 $ to $128, 102 per year.In addition, the selected candidate will also be entitled to:-A northern isolated post allowance (approximately $ 24,819 per year to $ 44,990 per year).-Vacation travel assistance of approximately $ 2, 400 per person twice a year (i.e. for employee and eligible dependents, including spouse/common-law partner).-Federal government housing is also available for this position.Please note that rates and conditions are subject to change.Financial assistance is also available to help with the costs of relocation to Iqaluit.Applicants may wish to review the Relocation Directive for information at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/nrd-drc/index-eng.php.

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Reliability Status security clearance

Medical Clearance: The incumbent and his/her dependents (including incumbent’s spouse or common-law partner and children) may be required to obtain Health Canada medical clearance in accordance with the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive.

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Operational Requirements- Willingness and ability to travel in northern Canada and/or to small remote communities in northern Canada.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime, as required.
- The positions to be staffed require on-site work in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

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EDUCATION FOR CO-01 & CO-02
There are various ways you can meet the education requirements for this position:
-A Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position.
OR
-An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience, that is comparable to a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization relevant to the work to be performed.*
*If you are not sure if your combination is acceptable, please apply and we will evaluate it. For more information on the use of the alternative education: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/staffing/qualification-standards/core.html#co

EXPERIENCEFOR CO-01 & CO-02 Exp1: Significant* experience in the delivery of social, economic or business development programs.
Exp2: Significant* experience in providing advice or recommendations to management on complex issues.
Exp3: Significant experience* participating in working groups within or outside the federal government, as well as working with stakeholders or partners, such as federal departments, provincial/territorial governments, and Indigenous and Northern organizations to advance common objectives.For CO-02 ONLYExp4: Experience in the delivery of community or economic development programs involving multiple stakeholders.Exp5: Experience in building and maintaining partnerships or stakeholder networks.*Significant experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired from having performed a broad range of activities in this field.

KNOWLEDGEFOR CO-01 & CO-02
K1. Knowledge of the political, socio-economic and cultural environment of Canada's North.

COMPETENCIESFOR CO-01 & CO-02Comp 1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
Comp 2: Thinking things through
Comp 3: Working effectively with others
Comp 4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Comp 5: Judgment

ABILITIESFOR CO-01 & CO-02A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
A3: Ability to solve problems
A4: Ability to meet deadlines and to work under pressure.

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English essential

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EXPERIENCESFOR CO-01 & CO-02AExp1: Experience working in the North, preferably Nunavut, Northwest Territories or Yukon.
AExp2: Experience working with grants and contributions program.
AExp3: Experience in working with Inuit or Indigenous communities or organizations.
AExp4: Experience in analyzing information from multiple sources and preparing reports or presentations.

KNOWLEDGE:AK1: Awareness and understanding of Inuit Culture, society and/or values.

ABILITIESAA1: Ability to communicate in Inuktut.

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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.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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