Program Officer

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Program Officer to manage merit-review processes and provide strategic advice on program administration. This role requires a passion for Canadian research and a commitment to equity and inclusion. The successful candidate will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and contribute to decision-making that impacts the future of research funding. Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will help shape the landscape of social sciences and humanities research in Canada.

Qualifications

• Experience in research and data analysis.
• Experience in providing recommendations to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Manage merit-review processes for competitions.
• Provide analysis and advice on program administration and policy questions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Collaboration and teamwork

Client service orientation

Education

Undergraduate degree in social sciences or humanities

Specialization in Education, Psychology, Linguistics, Sociology, Geography, or Urban Planning

Job description

Anyone legally entitled to work in Canada. Please consult the Special Posting Considerations.

Work Arrangement:

Closing Date: May 14, 2025

Special posting considerations:

• Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
• The incumbent may be required to travel and may occasionally be required to work overtime.
• This position is located in our office in Ottawa, Ontario. Successful candidates will be required to report and work onsite from the Ottawa office at least two (2) days per week.
• The results of this competition may be used to staff similar term or indeterminate positions within the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Note that candidates who are currently in another GR-07 pool will not automatically qualify for this pool.
• Preference may be given to candidates from Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis and Inuit), veterans, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Who we are

At the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), we bring together the research community, as well as the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, in contributing knowledge, talent and expertise to build a better future for Canada and the world. SSHRC is seeking talented professionals passionate about Canadian research and the value it brings to society.

Visit our career page at SSHRC to learn more about why you should join our agency.

What you will do

As a Program Officer, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive management of merit-review processes for competitions.
• Providing analysis and advice concerning merit review, program administration, policy questions, planning, and accountability to support decision-making on merit review processes, corporate priorities, and program objectives.
• Representing the views and policies of the division and of the granting agency in interactions with a wide audience, including applicants, selection committees, administrators, as well as other stakeholders and their associations.

What you need to succeed

Education

• An undergraduate degree from a recognized university, or Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards.
• Specialization in a field within the social sciences and humanities (Asset).
• Preference may be given to candidates with specialization in Education, Psychology, Linguistics, Sociology, Geography, and Urban Planning.
• Research experience in a university, college, government, or not-for-profit organization or similar setting.
• Experience in research and data analysis.
• Experience in providing recommendations, especially to senior management.
• Experience in the administration of research and/or award funding programs.
• Experience in the analysis of policies and programs.
• Experience in supervising staff.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the academic environment and research community.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Knowledge of other levels of government and not-for-profit, public, and private sectors that may impact programs, projects, and activities of the federal granting agencies (Asset).
• Demonstrating organizational skills.
• Analytical thinking, problem solving, and attention to detail.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Client service and delivery orientation.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment to create a 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.

We welcome all candidates, and encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), veterans, persons with disabilities, Black and other racialized persons, persons of ethnic origins, diverse religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

If you are an employee of NSERC or SSHRC, please use your personal email address when applying (not your work email address).