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.
Global Affairs Canada will be following the direction from the Office of the Chief Human Resource Officer on the introduction of a common hybrid work model across the federal public service. This common hybrid work model will consist of work on site at least 3 days each week, or 60% of their regular schedule.
You may find more information here: https://www.canada.ca/en/government/publicservice/staffing/common-hybrid-work-model-federal-public-service.html.
Please note that the ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed using the application. As a result, when answering the screening questions, we ask that you do not use point form.
Please see the "Duties" section for more information on the teams.
Stream 1, AS-03:
- Coordinator, Project Services (EcoGAC)
- Senior Facilities Officer (Space Strategy and Business)
- Project Officer (Corporate Services team)
Stream 2, AS-04:
- Advisor, Project Services (EcoGAC)
- Accommodation Analyst (Space Strategy and Business)
- Project Leader (Corporate Services team)
Stream 3, AS-05
- Manager, Project Office (EcoGAC)
- Manager, Project Office (Space Strategy and Business)
- Manager, Corporate Services (Corporate Services team)
EcoGAC
EcoGAC is recognized as a center of excellence for both the implementation of sustainable practices across the organization and for developing innovative adaptation and mitigation solutions to climate change. Our mission is to embed environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable practices into GAC's domestic operations, to employ the innovative solutions needed to address the triple threat of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss and to ensure that GAC contributes directly to Canada's net-zero emissions target.
Space Strategy and Business:
Our team is responsible for managing all activities related to office space in the National Capital Region (NCR) and regional offices for Global Affairs Canada. This includes handling requests for additional internal departmental space as well as external space requirements. We conduct space modification analyses and develop long-term space strategies. Additionally, we oversee all activities related to real property in the NCR.
We manage the deployment, service support, and maintenance of the reservation and booking system, Archibus, within the department.
Our responsibilities also include overseeing all signage activities, such as physical signage within our space envelope. We manage AutoCAD licenses and update our master plan drawings according to accommodation projects. Furthermore, we maintain an up-to-date space database.
Corporate Services and Projects:
Our team specializes in overseeing medium to large-scale accommodation, fit-up, relocation, and renovation projects. We prioritize client satisfaction and strive to create inclusive and adaptable workspaces tailored to their unique requirements. We collaborate closely with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure that each project is aligned with organizational objectives and improves the functionality and accessibility of workspaces. Our approach integrates project management expertise to create collaborative, flexible and efficient environments that foster creativity and innovation.
Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is committed to advancing equity and embracing diversity and inclusion by implementing meaningful actions that are founded in respect, collaboration and accountability. GAC is committed to ensuring that its workforce both at home and abroad is representative of Canada’s current and evolving population. GAC’s dedication towards advancing equity diversity and inclusion is exemplified through the various efforts and initiatives in place that aim to ensure representation at all levels, provide equitable career opportunities, provides a safe and accessible workplace and to strengthen the inclusivity of the workplace so that all employees have the possibility to be authentic. All candidates who believe they are qualified are encouraged to apply, including Black, other racialized and Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. We invite you to be part of the change by joining an organization where your voice is heard, valued, respected and amplified. Knowing that diverse teams foster innovation we strongly encourage you to complete the Employment Equity (EE) section in your application.
The intent of this process is to staff many positions on an indeterminate or temporary basis with various linguistic requirements (English or French Essential, bilingual imperative BBB/BBB or CBC/CBC) at the AS-03, AS-04, and AS-05 level. A pool of candidates may be established to staff similar positions with various tenures and/or linguistic requirements within Global Affairs Canada.
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
► Education:
Successful completion of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience
► Experience:
All levels:
- Experience using project management techniques.
- Experience in researching, analysing and synthesizing information from various sources.
- Experience in coordinating internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience contributing to the development and writing of reports and presentations
► Asset Qualifications:
Asset Experience:
-Experience in managing project budgets and schedule.
-Experience in managing or supervising staff or consultants.
-Experience in the planning, coordinating, and monitoring of projects, such as office moves, relocations, space fit-up, or construction activities.
-Experience in managing accommodation, space planning, and government real property
-Experience working with AutoCAD
-Experience in the design and implementation of accommodation or facilities management projects.
-Experience in interpreting technical plans, design proposals or drawings.
-Experience in the planning, coordinating, monitoring, or delivery of projects in the environment, sustainable development, science, or energy fields.
-Experience in managing government real property activities.
-Experience in researching, evaluating, and analyzing strategic issues such as initiatives or projects related to policies, regulations, programs or operations.
-Experience in consulting and building relationships with stakeholders inside and outside of their current organization.
-Experience contributing to the development of data collection methodologies and tools.
► Asset Competency:
-Ability to read and comprehend construction drawings.
Various language requirements
AS-03:
English or French Essential
BBB/BBB bilingual imperative
AS-04 and AS-05
BBB/BBB bilingual imperative
CBC/CBC bilingual imperative
Information on language requirements
► Knowledge:
All levels:
Knowledge of the theories, methods, techniques, and practices of project management.
► Competencies:
All levels:
-Demonstrating integrity and respect
-Showing initiative and being action-oriented
-Working effectively with others
-Thinking Things Through
-Client Service Orientation
-Adaptability
AS-04 AND AS-05:
-Ability to provide recommendations to management
AS-05 only:
-Leadership
► Abilities:
All levels:
-Ability to communicate effectively orally
-Ability to communicate effectively in writing
► Asset Knowledge:
-Knowledge of issues affecting environmental sustainability in Canada.
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
A qualified candidate may be offered the position even though they do not meet any or all of the asset qualifications. However, asset criteria are desirable and may be applied at any point of the staffing process by the hiring manager, including for being a deciding factor in choosing the candidate.
Communications for this selection process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information (including the email address) is provided and updated as required.
You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials.
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.