Strategic Advisor

Employment and Social Development Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment and Social Development Canada is seeking a Strategic Advisor to support senior executives. This role involves managing task distribution, preparing briefing materials, and working in a collaborative environment aimed at advancing knowledge of Arctic issues. The position offers a competitive salary and various allowances based on location. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in high-pressure settings and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Opportunity to work at state-of-the-art CHARS campus

Isolated Post Allowances

Vacation Travel Assistance

Eligibility for government housing

Relocation Assistance

Training and Development Opportunities

Pension & Benefits

Employee & Family Supports

Qualifications

• Experience working in an executive-level office.
• Experience managing task distribution among stakeholders.
• Ability to handle tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate priorities across the agency.
• Prepare and review briefing materials for senior leadership.
• Support the strategic direction of the branch.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal relationship building

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Initiative

Education

Secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives

Job description

Selection process number : 2025-CHR-EA-NCR-0025

Yellowknife(Northwest Territories),Cambridge Bay(Nunavut),Ottawa(Ontario),Whitehorse(Yukon)

AS-06- Strategic Advisor

107,193 to $115,642 (Plus an Isolated post allowance (Northern living allowance) ranging from $5,779 to $48,343 for those located in an isolated post.)

For further information on the organization, please visit Polar Knowledge Canada

Closing date : 11 June 2025 - 23 : 59, Pacific Time

Who can apply : Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Our headquarters are located in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, with regional offices in Whitehorse, Yukon, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories and Ottawa, Ontario.

Duties

Join the North’s Knowledge Keepers!

As a Strategic Advisor, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our senior executives. As a key member of our executive office, the Strategic Advisor provides high-level support in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the efficient coordination of priorities across the agency. This role involves managing the distribution of tasks among internal and external stakeholders, preparing and reviewing briefing materials for senior leadership, and supporting the strategic direction of the branch.

Whether it’s supporting the agency’s deliverables, offering hands-on help to colleagues, or advising senior management on various issues, your work will make a direct impact on the success of the Agency and its ability to preserve and share knowledge in support of Arctic science.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you!

Work environment

The purpose of Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) is to advance knowledge of the Canadian Arctic, promote circumpolar regions' development, strengthen Canada's leadership on Arctic issues, and establish a hub for scientific research in the Canadian Arctic. At POLAR, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where dedication to our mission is complemented by a supportive team culture. Our commitment to advancing knowledge and promoting leadership on Arctic issues is reflected in our daily work. We believe in nurturing the professional growth of our employees. Opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement are integral to our commitment to employee success.

PERKS OF THE JOB

• Opportunity to work at the state-of-the-art CHARS campus for those located in Cambridge Bay.
• Isolated Post Allowances (IPA) : The total amount of these allowances will normally fall between $5,779 to $48,000 per year depending on the work location and the number of eligible dependents.
• Vacation Travel Assistance (VTA) : The vacation travel assistance payment is provided twice per year to the employee and each eligible dependent. The VTA rates are updated every 6 months and rates vary for each work location.
• Housing : You may be eligible for government housing.
• Relocation Assistance : You may be eligible for relocation assistance.
• Training, Development & Education Opportunities : Opportunities for training and career development may include : multi-year-learning plans, education assistance, in-person and online training, and more!
• Pension & Benefits : Advantageous pension regime and benefits including health, dental and drug coverage.
• Employee & Family Supports : Supports through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other services.

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to staff one full-time position on a temporary basis for an 18-month term, or Interchange.

Positions to be filled : 1

Information you must provide

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives.

EXPERIENCE

EX1 : Experience working in an executive

• level office.

EX2 : Experience in managing the distribution of tasks within a branch / organization for various internal and external stakeholders.

EX3 : Experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and competing priorities.

EX4 : Experience preparing / reviewing briefing materials for senior management

EX5 : Experience planning, coordinating, and managing events and meetings for internal and external stakeholders, including governance or board meetings.

EX6 : Experience in managing human resources, including assigning work and managing performance.

• Executive and Senior Management are defined as Director General (or equivalent) and above.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Ability to work overtime on short notice

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

COMPETENCIES

C1 : Communicates effectively (oral and written)

C2 : Builds and maintains effective interpersonal relationships

C3 : Demonstrates initiative and is action oriented

C4 : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

C5 : Values and respects diversity and inclusion

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

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.

Inuits will be given priority in this process.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.