Admn o 24r

Posting Title- ADMN O 24R - Engagement Specialist- Position Classification- Administrative Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
- Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
- Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
- Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
- Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
- Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
- Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
- Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
- Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
- Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
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- Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA- Salary Range- $76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually- Close Date- 5/7/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Municipal Affairs- Ministry Branch / Division- Immigration Programs Branch, Immigration Services and Strategic Planning Division- Job SummaryThe Immigration Programs Branch delivers and promotes the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), an immigration program operating under the Canada-BC Immigration Agreement and in accordance with the Provincial Immigration Programs Act. The BC PNP allows the province to attract and retain foreign workers and entrepreneurs for expedited permanent immigration based on B.C.’s labour market and economic development priorities.

Reporting to the Manager, Program Development & Promotion, the Engagement Specialist is part of a team responsible for research, strategic analysis, program and policy design, and implementation of a range of high-profile, multi-dimensional projects in support of economic immigrant attraction and economic development. The Specialist supports the planning, development and delivery of the Branch’s outreach and engagement efforts, uses and develops resources including webinars, videos, workshops, strategies, social media, etc. and works on inter-governmental project development and delivery.

The position engages with provincial and federal government colleagues, regional communities, francophone community organizations and key stakeholders such as industry associations, economic development organizations and provides “concierge” service to tech employers, health authorities, and other priority sectors.

**Job Requirements**:

- Degree in business administration, public administration, communications, or other related field; OR
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Two (2) recent years (within the last five years) of experience in all of the following:

- managing projects and/or programs; specifically, planning, developing, implementing and evaluating.
- implementing engagement and consultation processes with a diverse array of stakeholders
- leading or supporting communications and issues management, including politically sensitive issues involving various stakeholders
- providing advice and recommendations to senior staff.
- writing and editing communication materials including briefing notes, online articles, blog submissions, and/or other online or social media communications.

**About this Position**:
Two (2) positions available. One permanent opportunity and one temporary opportunity until 09/27/2024. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

**Working for the BC Public Service**:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO - **Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Questionnaire: YES - **You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Administrative Services, Communications