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Manager, Policy Services

Manager, Policy Services

House of Commons (Canada) / Chambre des communes (Canada)Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
18 days ago
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Job Description

The House of Commons’ Finance Services is currently looking to staff the Manager, Policy Services position.

As part of this role, you will be accountable for developing, recommending, communicating, interpreting and monitoring the implementation of a set of policies respecting the services, allowances and entitlements of Members and House Officers of the House of Commons and their staff.  You will also be responsible for overseeing key policies of the House Administration’s integrated financial policy framework.

You will also be responsible to serve as a centre of excellence in providing expert policy interpretation and formulation advice and in assessing the policy implications of the House of Commons planning activities and strategic directions.  The position is responsible for internal policy development plans and related documentation for the approval of the Clerk’s Management Group (CMG), the Clerk and / or the Board of Internal Economy (BOIE).  Responsibilities require developing and maintaining harmonious and productive external and internal networks at all position levels which are critical to the successful development and implementation of policies and related programs.

In this role, you will leverage your strong interpersonal and leadership skills to build consensus and acceptance of policy directions and goals. Your excellent planning and communications skills will enable you to lead your team in achieving the House of Commons' strategic objectives and priorities.

Top Reasons to Join the Policy Services Team :

Policy Services is in the center of a fast-paced environment. You will be constantly faced with new challenges while being exposed to the fabric of Parliamentary democracy. You will develop and interpret policies related to human resources, finances, information technology, and more that support Members of Parliament, House Officers, and their employees.

  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Work-life balance / 35-hour workweek
  • Learning, professional development and advancement opportunities
  • 4 weeks’ vacation (minimum

Qualifications

Education  :

  • University degree from a recognized institution with a specialization in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, economics or other field related to the position.

    • Experience  :

  • Recent and significant experience in development and implementation of corporate policies.
  • Recent and significant experience in providing advice to influence opinions at senior levels related to policies and operational solutions.
  • Recent and significant experience in the direct provision of briefings and support to management on financial issues.
  • Recent and significant experience in writing submissions or briefing notes for the approval of the senior executives of an organization and / or a Board of Directors (or equivalent).
  • Recent and significant experience in planning, organizing and leading the work of others in working groups or projects, and in implementing solutions.

    • Additional Information

    We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at HOCCareers-CarrieresCDC@parl.gc.ca .

    Each bilingual position is assigned a linguistic profile that identifies the level of second language proficiency for reading comprehension, written expression and oral interaction required. The profile for this position is (CCC). Consideration may be given to candidates with other linguistic profiles.

    We invite you to save a copy of the notice of job opportunity. Once the closing date has passed, these documents will no longer be available.

    Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies for this role or for other similar and / or related roles on an indeterminate and / or fixed term basis.

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