Job Description

Competition number: N0223-0539

Location of position: Ottawa, Ontario*

Job status: Anticipatory (Indeterminate and term positions)

Number of positions being staffed: 1

Classification: GR-09

Salary: $90,632 to $113,293 per year

Language requirements:

Bilingual imperative

Open To:

Persons legally entitled to work in Canada.

Closing date: April 20, 2023

Special posting considerations: * Position may be eligible for full-time telework for candidates located outside the National Capital Region.

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

This position is being posted simultaneously internally and externally.

A pool of qualified candidates will be created. The results may be used to staff similar term or indeterminate positions within NSERC or SSHRC such as, Manager, Program Delivery; Manager, Program Operations; Manager, Chief Data Office.

IMPORTANT NOTE*: Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. The cover letter should not exceed two (2) pages in English or two and half (2.5) pages in French* (8.5X11; 11point font; normal margins). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the screening criteria (Education and Experience) will result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

*The additional length of French cover letters recognizes anticipated differences in length to express similar content based on official language choice.

We encourage applications for all interested candidates but please note that preference may be given to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environments. Please advise us prior to assessment, of any accommodation measures you may require.

We are committed to being an employer of choice by offering a progressive, positive and flexible work environment. We value our contribution to Canada and are proud of our reputation for supporting research excellence.

Job Summary

The Manager is responsible for leading a team of Program Officers and Program Assistants and is accountable for the effective and efficient delivery of the Agency\'s programs. The Manager provides policy, procedural and in some cases budgetary direction to the team and to the committees associated with the programs managed by the team. The Manager represents and promotes the Agency in interactions with a wide audience that may include national or international partners, university researchers, students and administrators, scientific societies, and a variety of partners from the private, not-for-profit or public sectors (including government departments at all levels.) The Manager will lead and conduct analysis of data, reports and complex cases. The Manager will make funding and budgetary recommendations or decisions within their delegated authority. The Manager will lead working groups, and projects, and may participate in or lead corporate working groups. The Manager will make decisions of varying complexity related to program design or operations. The Manager will provide advice to senior management regarding complex program policies and procedures and for the development of new initiatives.

Statement of Qualifications

Education

A bachelor\'s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution is required.
A degree in natural sciences or engineering would be considered an asset.

Experience

Experience in a university, college, industry or government research and development setting and/or in the administration of research and/or award funding programs
Experience in managing human resources
Experience in managing multiple priorities, projects and deadlines
Experience in policy development and analysis

Assets:
Experience in working with internal and external stakeholders developing, negotiating and monitoring joint programs and/or solutions
Experience with industrial or government Research & Development
Experience in the application of equity, diversity and inclusion or gender-based analysis+ principles to given environments
Experience in managing financial resources
Experience in developing and implementing initiatives protecting, managing and improving data stewardship and governance

Knowledge

Knowledge of the mandate and structure of NSERC and the associated policies and practices
Knowledge of the issues associated with research and the application of research results in industry, government and academia
Knowledge of the issues affecting the research community, including an understanding of processes and trends in science and engineering research and/or post-secondary education in Canada
Knowledge of the structure of research and/or scholarship funding in Canada

Asset:
Knowledge of equity, diversity and inclusion considerations in research
Knowledge of financial management and/or procurement and contracting policies and procedures
Knowledge of project management methodologies, techniques and best practices
Knowledge of information management systems and office automation tools

Competencies

Create Vision and Strategy
Mobilize People
Uphold Integrity and Respect
Collaboration with Partners and Stakeholders
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
Achieve Results

Condition(s) of Employment

Security Clearance: Reliability Status

Note: The COVID-19 vaccination requirement is currently suspended where employees of the NSERC/SSHRC are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status.

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