Job Description

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country\'s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation\'s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?

Are you someone who thrives on challenges? Do you want to work on some of the most important and complex issues facing Canadians? Do you excel at keeping things organized to help ensure the organization meets its goals? If so, this is the job for you.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, highly organized, driven and experienced Policy Advisor to support the Speaker of the Senate in managing and evaluating policy initiatives and requests for decision from a variety of entities including the Senate Administration and some Senate Committees, the Parliamentary Protective Service and the Library of Parliament. Your passion for excellence and quality service must be second to none. The role will involve attending meetings on behalf of the Speaker, liaising with other parliamentarians and senior officials.

The successful candidate will bring a strong knowledge of the legislative system and the work of parliamentary committees. The successful candidate will also demonstrate strong critical reading skills as well as excellent writing skills in order to facilitate the Speaker\'s decision-making process in relation to a variety of administrative policy streams.

Finally, the successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of autonomy and show high effectiveness in managing a variety of tasks and offering assistance to other team members as required.

Open to

The general public, to staff one (1) indeterminate full-time position.

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Prerequisites

- University degree from a recognized university in political science, law, business or any other field related to the duties of the position and/or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience;
- Extensive and recent experience in researching, analyzing and assessing a broad range of information and making recommendations;
- Extensive and recent experience in writing documents such as briefing notes, reports, statements and speeches;
- Experience in providing strategic advice to senior officials on a variety of politically sensitive issues;
- Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with senior officials and/or parliamentarians;
- Extensive experience in using the MS-Office suite;
- Knowledge of communication techniques, methods and practices and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Strategic and organized thinker with the ability to coordinate and multi-task to accomplish a variety of activities with tight timelines;
- Very good written and verbal communication skills in both official languages;
- Knowledge of Parliament and the Canadian political landscape is considered an asset.

Competencies

Integrity
Respect
Service
Communication
Judgement
Adaptability
Dependability
Teamwork and Cooperation
Action Management
Attention to detail

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation in order to be eligible for appointment.

Senate of Canada