Program Advisor, CanExport Program, IRAP Program

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Industrial Research Assistance Program

Classification: RCO

Tenure: Various tenures

Language Requirements: Various linguistic profiles

Work Arrangements:

• Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require some physical presence at the NRC work location identified in the form of a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite).
  
  We recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities. If you are an Indigenous candidate, you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. To learn more, please contact the hiring team, using the contact information below.

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for a Program Advisor, CanExport to support our teams within NRC-IRAP's Division Services. The Program Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

Reporting to the Manager of the CanExport Program within NRC-IRAP, the incumbent in this role will:

• Ensure that project performance and outcomes are communicated effectively to the team and clients.
• Lead the development and implementation of operational policies and processes in support of Grant & Contribution funding.
• Assume financial accountability for claim approvals and payment processing.
• Lead stakeholder consultations and work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• In some cases, supervise other staff and make recommendations to the Manager regarding training and development, of human resources.
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who brings expertise in the development and management of new projects and loves creating authentic and enduring relationships with people across the organization.

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Candidates must respond to all pre-screening questions in order to be considered. Failure to do so will result in automatic disqualification.

Undergraduate degree from a recognized postsecondary institution in a relevant discipline.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

• Recent* experience in managing or delivering grant and contributions programs.
• Recent* experience in planning, developing or implementing frameworks, strategies, programs or policies.
• Recent* experience in the research and analysis of program or policy issues, developing recommendations and providing advice to senior management.
• Experience in building and managing stakeholder relationships within and across organizations.

Asset Criteria:

• Experience in extracting and analyzing data to assist in the preparation of documents, such as reports, dashboards, correspondence or presentations.
• Experience in managing projects, operational budgets, and/or analyzing financial information.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics to manage and report on project and program performance.
• Experience in recipient/process audits and/or program evaluations.
• Experience managing or supervising staff.
  
  

Recent is defined as within the last five (5) years.

Reliability Status

Various linguistic profiles

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Ability to analyze complex situations/documents and develop succinct recommendations.
• Ability to lead, evaluate or implement new processes, methods, systems and/or applications, or practices that significantly improve operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Management services - Client focus (Level 3)
  
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
  
• Management services - Initiative (Level 3)
  
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 3)
  
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 3)
  

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Management Services

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The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO 2 or 3 level, which is a mid career level position with a salary range of $80,523 to $133,853.

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate's expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).

In addition, the incumbent who meets the language requirements will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season. We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially.

Help us solve problems for Canada. Grow your career with us today

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• ​A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number to:

E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.-

Telephone:

Closing Date: 28 June :59 Eastern Time

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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.