Advisor, Public Affairs - Ottawa, Canada - National Capital Commission

National Capital Commission

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Level:
RE-05 $68,641 to $91,072

Closing Date: 14/08/23

ADVISOR, PUBLIC AFFAIRS:

The Public Legal and Corporate Affairs Branch is looking for an Advisor, Public Affairs for an indeterminate position. The position is classified as an RÉ-05 ($68,641 to $91,072 per annum), salary under review.

ABOUT US:

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada's Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come.

Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles:

long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.

Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region's top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the _Public Service Employment Act_.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Manager, Public Consultations, the Advisor, Public Affairs provides strategic advice, plans and implements public engagement approaches for the National Capital Commission (NCC).

These include public consultations, community relations, stakeholder liaison, public meetings of the Board of Directors, toponymy projects and outreach initiatives such as the _Open NCC _event and the Urbanism Lab conference series.

The Advisor Public Affairs uses sound judgement, project management and collaborative approaches to deliver activities in a fast-paced environment, that incorporate GBA+ analysis, inclusive engagement, accessibility and align with the NCC's Sustainable Development Strategy.

The individual also develops digital engagement tools, surveys, workshops, as well as feedback analysis and reporting.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

University degree in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Science, Business Administration or an acceptable combination of post-secondary education and related work experience.

EXPERIENCE:

At least 3 years work experience in public engagement, public consultations, stakeholder relations, and/or community relations.- Experience in project management and/or event management.

Experience analyzing data and writing reports.

KNOWLEDGE
- of stakeholder engagement, community relations and public consultation approaches and best practices.
- of relevant public engagement and communications policies, accessibility policies, and environmental policies and standards (e.g., the Accessible Canada Act, GBA+, etc.).

ABILITIES
- to facilitate meetings and deliver effective presentations.
- to manage risks and resolve complex issues.
- to create correspondence for the public and manage content on digital channels.
- to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in both official languages.

COMPETENCIES

Demonstrating integrity and respect civility and wellbeing.
Thinking things through innovating through analysis and ideas.
Working effectively with others relationships and trust building.
Showing initiative and being actionoriented getting things done.

ASSETS

International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) or other public engagement training and/or certification.
Knowledge of environmental review processes or urban planning processes (e.g., the Government of Canada impact assessment process, municipal planning approvals, etc.).
Knowledge of Government of Canada Communications Policy and Digital Standards or the NCC's Public Engagement Policy.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Possess or eligible to obtain reliability security clearance.
Linguistic profile: Bilingual CBC.
The National Capital Commission offers a hybrid and flexible work environment, all employees are currently asked to work onsite at least two (2) days per week.

Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at or toll free).