Job Summary

Provides comprehensive management of merit-review processes for competitions. Provides analysis and advice concerning merit review, program administration, policy questions, planning, and accountability to support decision-making on merit review processes, corporate priorities and programs’ objectives.

Represents the views and policies of the division and of the granting agency in interactions with a wide audience, including applicants, selection committees, administrators, as well as other stakeholders and their associations.

Statement of Qualifications

Education

An undergraduate degree from a recognized university

A graduate degree is an asset

Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards

Experience

Experience in research in a university, college, government, or not-for profit organization or similar setting

Experience in research and data analysis

Experience in providing recommendations to management Experience in the administration of research and / or award funding programs is an asset

Experience in the analysis of policies and programs is an asset

Experience in supervising staff is an asset

Knowledge

Knowledge of the academic environment and research community

Knowledge of project management principles

Knowledge of other levels of government and not-for profit, public and private sectors that may impact programs, projects, and activities of the federal granting agencies is an asset

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills

Autonomy, flexibility, initiative and judgment

Thoroughness and attention to detail

Team player

Client service orientation

Competencies

Plan, manage and control a high volume of diverse activities under tight deadlines

Research and analyze data, reports and other documentation to formulate recommendations

Develop and maintain good working relationships internally, with the research community and other stakeholders

Develop solutions to complex issues / problems

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Train, coach and mentor is an asset

Condition(s) of Employment

Security Clearance : Reliability

The incumbent may be required to travel and may occasionally be required to work overtime.

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.