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Justice and Home Affairs Policy Analyst

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REF: Justice – 403377X-02-2011

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Justice and Home Affairs Policy Analyst
Classification: LE-07
Section: Justice and Home Affairs
Position: EXT403377X
Employment: Indeterminate Position – 28 hours/week
Expected starting date: March 16th, 2011

Salary scale: Monthly gross salary 2985,69 euro for 28 hours/week

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Counsellor for International Criminal Operations and of the Counsellor for Immigration, assists the Counsellors in analysing the European Union’s Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) policies by providing relevant EU documents background and perspectives; makes recommendations on policies and programs and proposes and organises events and programs to enhance JHA objectives; develops and maintains thorough knowledge of JHA policies and programs and their potential impact on Canada; and performs other duties.

ELIGIBILITY

This position is open to individuals who meet the essential requirements described in this notice and who are:

  • citizens of Belgium, or
  • residents possessing a valid working permit, or
  • dependants of Canadian employees of the Canadian government in Brussels.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to appointment, the successful candidate must obtain an enhanced reliability clearance (ERC).

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduation from a government recognized college/university (political science, international relations, law or similar degree). Preference may be given to those with a law degree from a government recognized college/university.

Language: Fluency in written and spoken English and French is essential.

Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in a business environment or in an international or in a non profit organization.
Experience in windows and office suite such as excel, word, database.

RATED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of EU institutions, programs, policy making and legal processes in the field of Justice and Home Affairs and their potential impact on Canada;
  • Knowledge of general office procedures and practices;
  • Knowledge of software packages such as Windows and Office suite including word processing and database software.

Ability

  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in French and English;
  • Ability to plan and organize workflow and to work independently;
  • Ability to work under pressure;
  • Ability to conduct research, and to identify competencies within the EU and its institutions;
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate information quickly;
  • Ability to work well as a member of a team;
  • Ability to multitask and adjust to changing priorities.

Personal suitability

  • Good interpersonal skills;
  • Initiative;
  • Professional integrity, discretion and good judgment;
  • Dependability;
  • Adaptability and flexibility.

HOW TO APPLY

Send your application to:

Human Resources
Embassy of Canada
Address: avenue de Tervuren 2, 1040 Brussels

Or to: bru.hr@international.gc.ca

Please quote competition on your application or in the subject of the email:
COMPETITION REF: Justice – 403377X-02-2011

Last date to submit application: February 24, 2011, 05.00 PM (Belgian time)

Only applications submitted to the above address and before the cut-off date and time will be considered for screening.

Notes:

  1. Anyone wishing to compete for this position should send their resume and a covering letter stating their interest in the position and the reason why they think they are the most suitable candidate, with reference to their qualifications and work experience.
  2. Applicants who are successful following the initial screening may be required to pass a written examination or a writing sample. Screened in candidates will be invited to an interview.
  3. The results of this competition may also be used to establish an eligibility list of staff for similar openings in the Embassy of Canada in Brussels which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this competition.
  4. Short-listed applicants will be asked to provide references.

Issuance date: February 8th, 2011.

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