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The Chief Economist is responsible for providing input and analysis that supports strategic policy development related to foreign affairs, international trade, and international development at Global Affairs Canada and across the Government of Canada.
This includes:
• leading and directing a professional staff of economists engaged in the development of economic analysis and evidence in support of departmental and government policy making and program implementation (including related to international trade and investment/key foreign policy issues/international development; in support of trade negotiations; and in dispute settlement processes);
• directing services to departmental clients to vet economic information and statistics to ensure the accuracy of economic concepts and statistics for ministerial and prime ministerial statements, publications, submissions to Cabinet, and other Government of Canada products;
• directing the development and production of the annual State of Trade flagship publication, the Office of the Chief Economist website, and other communications products;
• conducting outreach on international trade issues and the importance of international trade to the Canadian economy; and
• representing the department and the Government of Canada in outreach with other partners involved in international trade and issues affecting trade and commerce, such as the academic community, international organizations (e.g., the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the World Trade Organization (WTO)), and international fora (e.g., Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), the G7).
In its additional capacity as Director General, International Economic Relations, this position is also responsible for the department’s institutional relations with a range of international economic bodies, including the OECD.
Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is made up of professionals who work in the National Capital Region and around the world. Global Affairs Canada is also a global network of approximately 112 missions that supports the international work of the department and 37 partner departments, agencies and co-locators. Global Affairs Canada offers you the opportunity to pursue a broad career with challenging perspectives that enrich professional skills and broaden perceptions of other cultures.
Canada-based employees of Global Affairs Canada form part of the core public administration and as such are subject to the Direction on prescribed presence in the workplace.
Global Affairs Canada’s North Star Statement is a foundational element of GAC’s Transformation Implementation Plan (https://www.international.gc.ca/transparency-transparence/future-diplomacy-avenir-diplomatie/tip-pmot.aspx?lang=eng), which aims to make GAC a fit-for-purpose, people-centred and high-performing organization in an ever-changing and complex world. It is part of the department’s commitment to being an employer of choice in Canada and abroad.
The Statement reads as follows: “Global Affairs Canada works toward a more peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world by leading efforts to protect and advance Canada's interests in a complex global environment. We are agile, open and connected with Canadians and international partners. We strive for excellence through a culture of service, trust and inclusion. We lead with courage, pride and empathy for each other. We are a global team. We are Canada in the world.”
This process may be used to staff similar positions within the Core Public Administration.
Positions to be filled: 1
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EDUCATION
EDU1. Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in economics or in a field relevant to the duties of the position.
EXPERIENCE
EXP1. Significant* experience in leading and reviewing economic analysis and guiding research to develop strategic advice on Government of Canada priorities.
EXP2. Significant* experience in communicating economic issues and the findings of economic analysis into materials for non-expert internal and external audiences.
EXP3. Significant* experience in liaising with a wide range of stakeholders including the public, industry, government or in representing the Government of Canada, nationally and internationally, at a senior level.
EXP4. Significant* experience in providing advice and briefings to senior officials**.
EXP5. Experience in managing human*** and financial resources****.
Definitions:
*Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of various complex (e.g., multidimensional, sensitive, confidential, affecting many partners or stakeholders, precedent-setting, having a major impact on an organization, or having a potential for significant media coverage) and related activities.
**Senior official is defined as the Assistant Deputy Minister level (EX-04 or EX-05) or above, or equivalent in private practice.
***Managing human resources is defined as direct supervision (e.g., assigning work; establishing performance objectives; conducting performance management evaluations; determining needs and approving training) of a minimum of four (4) direct reports or positions for a minimum of twenty-four (24) consecutive months.
****Managing financial resources is defined as planning, managing and monitoring financial resources for a minimum of twenty-four (24) consecutive months. You must indicate the size of the budget you managed and the timeframes.
Asset Qualifications
EDUCATION
A.EDU1. A PhD in economics or a related discipline.
EXPERIENCES
A.EXP1. Experience in leading analytical work in the field of trade policy or trade negotiations.
A.EXP2. Experience in leading analytical work related to international development economics.
A.EXP3. A track record and profile of public engagement on economic issues.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willingness and ability to work extended hours on short notice to meet operational requirements.
Willingness and ability to frequently travel in Canada and internationally.
Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
K1. Knowledge of the Canadian economy, how international economic developments and trade policies affect the Canadian economy, and current challenges in the global economy.
K2. Knowledge of the concepts and analytical techniques of macro- and micro-economics.
KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
KLC1. Create Vision and Strategy
KLC2. Mobilize People
KLC3. Uphold Integrity and Respect
KLC4. Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
KLC5. Promote Innovation and Guide Change
KLC6. Achieve Results
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
Information on employment equity
Global Affairs Canada is committed to employment equity. To achieve this, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following designated employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women in their application. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups by completing the employment equity section in your application.
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, please consult the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government/self-declaring-because-we-care.html
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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
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Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
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Candidates will be required to provide proof of education credentials. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency.
A variety of assessment tools, such as, but not limited to written exams, interviews, reference checks, recent and past performance evaluations, self-assessments, etc. may be used in the assessment of candidates.
Reference checks could take place at any time during the selection process.
The selection committee reserves the right to contact other references, if found necessary, to make a suitable assessment of the candidates. Reference contacts are not restricted to the list of names given by the candidate
During the application or assessment process, both cheating and plagiarism are considered forms of misconduct and are not permitted. Any person found cheating, including those who help others to cheat, may be subject to removal from the selection process.
Overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the selection process from the submission of the application until the end of the process could be used to assess the candidates’ qualifications and competencies.
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position. Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Asset qualifications may be invoked at any stage of the selection process. Please ensure that you answer the screening questions on the asset qualifications, if applicable.
Candidates are required to have valid language results at the time of appointment. If a candidate does not have valid results, the candidate’s linguistic levels may be validated via the Public Service Commission (PSC) as part of this 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.