Job Description

Competition number: C0623-0278

Location of position: Ottawa, Ontario

Job status: Determinate (24 months), Anticipatory

Number of positions being staffed: 3

Classification: GR-06

Salary: $68,575 to $82,622 per year

Language requirements:

Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Open To:

Persons legally entitled to work in Canada and residing in Canada (Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.)

Closing date: July 14, 2023

Special posting considerations: If you are looking for a dynamic and challenging work environment with a fun, diverse and dedicated team, the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and Natural Science and Engineering Research Council\'s (NSERC) is the place for you! We are growing our team and looking for dedicated professionals.

Visit our career page at www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca or www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca to learn more about SSHRC and NSERC and meet some of our employees. In addition to the excellent benefits provided by the federal government, you will enjoy work-life balance with offices in the heart of Ottawa\'s new and upcoming Zibi business district.

• We currently follow a hybrid working model. Our hybrid work model facilitates flexibility, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Intent of the process:
The intention of this process is to staff multiple determinate positions and establish a pool of partially and fully qualified candidates that may be used to staff indeterminate or determinate positions within the Information and Innovation Solutions division.

Job Summary

Following best practices in business analysis and product management, facilitates the transformation of the Councils\' business processes from the initiative intake to delivery of solution. Defines, documents, and validates business requirements and processes and conducts options analysis for use in the development, user acceptance, and implementation of technology and business solutions. Acts as the facilitator between business partners and solution providers.

Statement of Qualifications

Education

Successful completion of a post-secondary educational program in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or Business Administration, or in a field of study related to the position, OR an acceptable combination of education, training, or experience.

Assets:
Certificate or Certification in Business Analysis (e.g. Associate\'s or Advanced Certificate in BA, Certified Business Analysis Professional CBAP).

Certificate or Certification in Product Management (e.g. Certified Product Manager, Certified Scrum Product Owner, Agile Certified Product Manager and Product Owner).

Experience

Experience in consulting with internal or external stakeholders relating to business or operational issues;
Experience developing and maintaining working relationships with stakeholders and clients.

Assets:
Experience in Agile (Scrum, Lean, Kanban) software delivery.
Experience in working with User-Centered Design (UCD).
Experience with the administration of grants and contributions.

Knowledge

Knowledge of the Government of Canada Policy Framework for Information Management and Information Technology including the GC Digital Standards;
Knowledge of business analysis techniques and best practices.

Assets:
Knowledge of the research community and of the university setting in Canada;
Knowledge of the policies, administrative regulations governing the structure, management and operation of the grants/fellowships programs administered by the granting Councils.

Competencies

Analytical Thinking (analysis and problem-solving)
Ability to work within tight timelines and adapt to changing priorities
Effective oral and written communication
Show initiative and being action-oriented to achieve results
Work effectively with others
Service orientation and delivery
Building partnerships

Condition(s) of Employment

Security Clearance: Reliability

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise us in a timely fashion, of any accommodation assistance you require to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Organizational Needs

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will be sent. Only those selected for an exam/interview will be contacted.

If you require additional information on the position, please contact us at .

We thank all of you for your interest in this employment opportunity.

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council