Planning and Policy Analyst

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: Within a National Research Council Office across Canada 

Organizational Unit: Industrial Research Assistance Program 

Classification: RCO 

Tenure: Continuing 

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB 

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require some physical presence at the NRC work location and is eligible for hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite).

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 Planning and Policy Analyst in our Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP). The Planning and Policy Analyst would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

Under the leadership of the Director for Planning and Governance, the Planning and Policy Analyst provides general support on projects for the IRAP Division, e.g., preparing analyses, providing strategic advice, facilitating governance and planning processes, contributing to central agency policy documents (e.g., Memorandum to Cabinet, Treasury Board Submissions, etc.), conducting research and analysis on technologies and socio-economic trends, and managing projects under the auspices of the IRAP Strategy.

The Planning and Policy Analyst provides strategic level support for the development of relationships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Corporate NRC Branches, IRAP Regions and National Programs, Other Government Departments, etc.). The Planning and Policy Analyst also supports the implementation of the IRAP Strategy, including monitoring and review of progress against objectives.

The Planning and Policy Analyst provides process or policy advice on complex innovation and economic files under the responsibility of IRAP. 

The Planning and Policy Analyst conducts research and prepares background material and briefings for the Director on new and emerging initiatives, and sensitive issues, and to support committee and interdepartmental meetings, as well as stakeholder engagement.  
 

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:

University degree in science, engineering, business/public administration, law, political sciences, economics, international relations or in another field that is relevant to the duties of this position.

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

• Experience working in a complex environment, serving a number of internal and external clients and interacting with multiple stakeholders from government and the private sector.
• Experience in research (including environmental scanning), analysis, preparation and presentation of detailed reports on issues related to innovation, government science and technology policy, and their relevance/implication for Canada.
• Experience in providing strategic advice to Senior Management.
• Experience in corporate level planning, business and/or policy development in a government or business environment.
   

Secret (II)

Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

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

• Basic knowledge of NRC-IRAP's mandate, mission and business model.
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze and summarize complex data and situations and communicate results and conclusions in a clear and compelling way both orally and in writing.
• Advanced knowledge of technology, innovation and commercialization issues and trends.
   

• Management services - Communication (Level 3)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
• Management services - Client focus (Level 3)
• Management services - Networking (Level 2)
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 3)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 2)

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

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This position is classified as a Research Council Officer (RCO), a group that is unique to the NRC. Candidates are remunerated based on their expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. The salary scale for this group is vast, from $62,071 to $175,466 per annum, which permits for employees of all levels from new graduates to world renowned experts to be fairly compensated for their contributions. 

In addition, the incumbent 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 (21293) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone : 343-575-9808

Closing Date: 2 April 2024 - 23:59 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.