Senior Economic Officer

 

Summary of Duties:

This position is at an experienced level of work in the Economic and Commercial Affairs Program of the Embassy of Canada in Paris. The mandate of the Trade Commissioner Service is to advance Canada's economic interests in global markets through a variety of activities, including: contributing to the expansion of export markets; conducting advocacy and access to foreign markets; understanding and analyzing trade policy issues; attracting foreign investment to Canada; developing a network of international business contacts; fostering strategic alliances; linking Canadian businesses to global value chains; supporting licensing and venture capital linkages; promoting joint venture partnerships and foreign capital investment; facilitating R&D collaboration and technology transfer.

Key activities of the position include:

• Create networks, conduct advocacy and represent the Embassy of Canada in meetings with local authorities,
• Provide advice, recommendations and expertise on local and national economic policy and economic development issues, bilateral and international economic relations, advocacy strategies and opportunities, economic and trade program planning and delivery, and official visits and events.
• Prepare and edit reports on economic, trade and political issues that are consistent with Canadian priorities, as well as documents in support of advocacy activities or high-level visits, including briefing notes, presentations, plans, notices, programs and visit reports.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on trends and developments related to existing or emerging local/national, bilateral or global economic issues, as well as local/national economic and trade policy, identifying their impacts on Canada.
• Conduct or lead in-depth research and analysis in support of the development and implementation of economic diplomacy advocacy projects and strategies.
• Coordinate high-level visits and develop strategies to support and advance the planning and implementation of the Economic and Commercial Affairs program.
• Establish and maintain a network of contacts and deepen relations with local and foreign officials, companies, experts, academics and think tanks in order to keep abreast of the latest developments.

 

Area of Selection:

This position is open to candidates who have the right to reside in France and work legally on a permanent basis as an employee at the time of application, and who meet all asset qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date. 

Please note that the Embassy of Canada to France does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

*Language will be assessed further during the process.

Education:

Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.

• • • Post-secondary degree (equivalent to French baccalaureate + 5 years i.e. a validated degree) in economics OR another field of study related to the position to be filled. 

OR

• • • A master's degree from a Canadian institution in economics or another field of study related to the position to be filled.

OR

• • • An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience (at least 3 years of additional working experience of the one requested).

Language:

• • • Fluency in French (oral and written).
    • Excellent knowledge of English (oral and written).

Experience:

• • • Professional experience in the field of analysis and research in economics or other relevant field*. A minimum of five (5) years in the last ten (10) years.
    • Experience in establishing and maintaining a network of contacts.

*Relevant fields includes: Public policy, Sustainable development and environmental policy, International trade and development, Social policy (health, education, social services, migration), Regulatory policy, Innovation and technology policy, Labour market and employment policy or other.

 

RATED REQUIREMENTS

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge:

• • • In-depth knowledge of France's economic and domestic policy.
    • Knowledge of European and international institutions and politics.
    • Knowledge of macroeconomics.

Competencies:

• • • Judgment and discretion.
    • Demonstrate initiative and be action oriented.
    • Working with others and horizontal leadership.

Abilities:

• • • Ability to conduct research and analysis and produce detailed and relevant economic reports.
    • Ability to develop and maintain a network of high-level contacts.
    • Ability to plan, manage and coordinate projects, events, visits and activities.

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

• • • Knowledge of Canadian politics and economics.
    • Experience working in a Canadian public or private organization.

Operational Requirements:

• • • Full-time position of 5 days/week from Monday to Friday.
    • Regular hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    • Be able and willing to work overtime on short notice outside of normal business hours.
    • Be able and willing to travel occasionally outside of Paris, France and Canada when required.
    • Work in an open space.
    • The job requires spending many hours sitting in an office.

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.

• • • Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
    • Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.

 

Special Request from Mission / Additional Comments:

To access and participate in the assessments, candidates must provide parishumanresources-ressourceshumaines@international.gc.ca with the following documents:

• A copy of the diploma(s) (see Education section).
• A copy of the passport(s) and national identity card or residence permit, if applicable, authorising you to work in France on a permanent basis as an employee (see Area of Selection section).

 

How to Apply

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as: age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
• You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to LES-E-Recruitment-BREU@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.

 

Important Notes

• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in French.
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to France does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
• 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 contact us at LES-E-Recruitment-BREU@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Embassy of Canada to France which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• Please note that Canadian citizens working at the Embassy of Canada in France are considered as fiscal non-residents and must pay their income taxes in Canada and their social security contributions in France. It is the candidate's responsibility, and not the Embassy, to inquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency and the appropriate French authorities about any possible fiscal incidence of a position with the Embassy of Canada in France.