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.
As reflected in the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA), Canada "will continue to gain from a public service that strives for excellence, that is representative of Canada’s diversity and that is able to serve the public with integrity and in their official language of choice". Diverse perspectives and approaches contribute to better programs and stronger policy advice for the benefit of all Canadians. In support of this objective, Global Affairs Canada has in place a strong and wide-ranging diversity agenda complemented by our departmental Anti-Racism Secretariat. Therefore, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity designated groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women, members of visible minorities in their application. This will be based on organizational needs at the appointment stage.
The term “Aboriginal” is sometimes used within this job advertisement as it relates to the Employment Equity Act and other legislative frameworks. The term “Indigenous” is used, where feasible, in support of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
In order to self-declare, please ensure you check off the appropriate box within the online application under the Employment Equity section. To learn more about self-declaring, we encourage you to consult the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government/self-declaring-government-canada-jobs.html
VERY IMPORTANT NOTE
In order for your application to be considered, you must submit a completed questionnaire. You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the education and experience criteria for the initial screening, by answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather, you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples.
Information provided in the screening questions WILL NOT be cross-referenced in your résumé. Ensure the answers include clear timelines. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Your ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed on your responses in the screening questionnaire.
VIDEO
A 10 minutes video has been prepared to answer frequently asked questions and includes details about the assessment plan for this selection process.
Recording link: https://canada.webex.com/canada/ldr.php?RCID=2c767205257418441a81b094b602d18a
Password: 2024-Co-02
WORK LOCATION
Global Affairs Canada requires a hybrid work arrangement with specific days in the office and the other days working remotely. Full-time teleworking is not an option. Candidates will be asked to indicate which geographic location(s) are of interest. Candidate should only select location(s) where they are or will be, physically present.
The Government of Canada has set an ambitious agenda to make Canada the most globally connected economy in the world. Global Affairs Canada, and its Trade Commissioner Service, is a key part of that agenda supporting Canadian companies to grow internationally and diversify their exports. The Trade Commissioner Service has on-the-ground presence in 161 cities worldwide and offices in regions across Canada.
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service offers challenging careers. Commerce Officers within the Trade Commissioner Service perform a variety of functions, including:
• Helping Canadian companies that have researched and selected their target markets meet their international business objectives through the provision of strategic advice and information, and by leveraging private and public sector networks;
• Analyzing, planning, implementing and promoting activities, initiatives or projects related to trade programs and services that support Canadian business as they engage in global commerce or that promote foreign direct investment in Canada; or
• Economic development analyses and other activities pertaining to international trade-related policies, negotiations, and legislation.
For more than 120 years, the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) has been helping companies navigate international markets. Do you see yourself as action-oriented, collaborative and committed to supporting the success of Canadian business abroad? If you answered yes, the TCS is hiring.
For further information on the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service, please visit http://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca
This process will be used to create pools of fully or partially qualified candidates, to fill current and anticipated vacancies, for similar positions with various linguistic profiles, various work location and various tenures at Global Affairs Canada.
In order to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity designated groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women, members of visible minorities in their application.
Positions to be filled: 30
Your résumé.
EDUCATION
ED1 - Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position (e.g., commerce, marketing, business administration, economics, international trade or another field related to the position).
Notes:
Indeterminate incumbents of positions in the CO group on June 21, 2021, who do not possess the education prescribed above, are deemed to meet the minimum education standards based on their education, training and/or experience. They must be accepted as having met the minimum education standard whenever this standard is called for when staffing positions in the CO group.
EXPERIENCE
EXP1 – Significant* experience working in a field related to (i) business or economic development, (ii) trade promotion, (iii) foreign direct investment attraction, or (iv) science, technology and innovation.
EXP2 – Significant* experience engaging or working with internal or external partners or stakeholders to advance program or policy objectives.
EXP3 – Significant* experience in drafting reports, presentations or briefing materials (e.g., meeting agendas, reports, briefing notes, presentations, and meeting summaries) for management.
EXP4 - Significant* experience in providing service to clients**.
*Significant is defined as a depth and breadth of experience normally acquired with having performed a broad range of complex related activities for a cumulative period of at least three (3) years.
**Clients can be defined as people outside of your organization or individuals working for the same organization but with a different manager, that you must provide a service to as part of your duties.
Various language requirements
Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB),(CBC/CBC) (CCC/CCC)
English Essential, English or French Essential
*NOTE – The majority of the positions in Ottawa (ON) are Bilingual
Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.
For more information, please consult:
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/second-language-testing-public-service/self-assessment-tests.html
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
K1 – Knowledge of global economic trends that have an impact on business
K2 – Knowledge of government programs supporting business.
COMPETENCIES
C1 – Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2 – Thinking things through
C3 – Working effectively with others
C4 – Showing initiative and being action-oriented
C5 – Judgement
ABILITIES
A1 – Ability to adapt
A2 – Ability to provide strategic advice
A3 – Ability to communicate effectively in writing
A4 – Ability to communicate effectively orally
The following statements can be essential criteria based on the needs of the positions being staffed.
Individuals may be contacted via email to collect information related to the criteria below.
EDUCATION
ED2 – Master’s Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
EXPERIENCE
AE1 – Experience working with women-owned businesses or other underrepresented groups (e.g. businesses owned by Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized Canadians, members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community, and youth).
AE2 – Experience in planning and organizing events and meetings with elected officials, senior business people or high-level government officials.
AE3 – Experience in project or event management, specifically in planning and delivering activities on budget and working with service providers .
ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Global Affairs Canada is committed to Employment Equity (EE). To achieve this, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity designated groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women, members of visible minorities in their application. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups by completing the EE section in your application.
Qualified candidates who self-declare as members of aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be considered for appointment first to fulfill organizational needs. In addition, this organizational need may be invoked at any stage of the selection process.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability and willingness to travel in Canada or abroad.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice.
• Regional Advisor positions may require a valid driver’s license.
Secret security clearance
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
Communication for this process will only be sent via email. As the applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and that you inform our office via email of any updates as required. Ensure you include an email address you can access from home and that it accepts email from unknown users. You are strongly encouraged to check your email on a regular basis, including your junk mail folder.
You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/degree-equivalency.html
Any information provided or qualifications may be verified through various sources.
The ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed using the candidate's application and through the evaluation process.
Cut off scores may be used as part of this selection process.
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.