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Job title: Senior Contracting Advisor
Company: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
Job description: Persons legally entitled to work in Canada, who are currently residing in the National Capital Region
Closing date: March 15, 2021
Special posting considerations: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.
IMPORTANT NOTE: NSERC and SSHRC are closely following the recommendations of appropriate health authorities in light of the rapidly evolving situation concerning COVID-19. As a result, all assessments will take place remotely, until further notice.
The results of this competition may be used to staff similar term or indeterminate positions within the Common Administrative Services.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The salary is currently under review.
Secondment, deployment or opportunity to participate through the Interchange Canada Program.
We are committed to being an employer of choice by offering a progressive, positive and flexible work environment. We value our contribution to Canada and are proud of our reputation for supporting research excellence.
Job Summary
The position provides for the management or conduct of expert contracting and procurement programs and projects as well as highly specialised, professional, functional and authoritative advice to senior management, to Responsibility Centre (RC) Managers and Project Authorities (PAs) by managing, planning and delivering the procurement for a highly diversified range of unique, specialized, sensitive and/or complex high dollar value goods and /or services (risk) in order to strengthen the Councils procurement frameworks, increase productivity and enhance enabling work environment. The position acts as the Centre of expertise on all aspects of the procurement and contracting for the management of projects to clients and colleagues of two Councils: the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) . The position is also responsible for the management of the Acquisition Card Program and for the development of the procurement framework which includes new internal policies, guidelines, directives, tools, processes, new and innovative methods of supply for procurement and contracting and of the development of the organisational Business Data Integrity Reporting. The individual also participates on interdepartmental working groups and committees.
Statement of Qualifications
Education
Successful completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma or an acceptable combination of education, formal training and significant experience in the field of procurement and contracting in the federal public service.
A certificate or diploma in procurement and contracting or in administration would be an asset.
Enrollment in the Certification Program for the Federal Government Procurement and Material Management Community with, at a minimum, six courses completed would be an asset.
Experience
Significant experience in the interpretation and application of procurement policies, associated directives, guidelines, regulations or notices.
Significant experience using a procurement vehicle for the acquisition of commodities for which standing offers and supply arrangements are mandatory (listed below) as per the Treasury Board Contracting Policy.
-D3: Information Processing and Related Telecommunication Services
-N70: General Purpose Automatic Data Processing Equipment (including Firmware), Software, Supplies and Support Equipment
-N71: Furniture
-R: Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services: R0: Professional Services; R1: Administrative and Management Support Services; R2: Personnel Recruitment
Significant experience in analyzing and developing procurement documents for professional services, including but not limited to RFP, NPP, evaluation criteria and associated documents, and statements of work
Significant experience in providing advice and interpretation to clients regarding contracting issues such as procurement policies, procedures and options available.
Significant experience in analyzing requirements to determine procurement strategies in regards to acts, directives or guidelines.
Significant experience working with a financial management system in the production and validation of contracting reports, including proactive disclosures, parliamentary questions and Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Requests.
- Significant is defined as the breadth and depth of experience normally attained by having at least three (3) years of cumulative experience in a Purchasing and Supply (PG) or equivalent position within the last five (5) years.
Knowledge
Sound knowledge of the federal procurement policies, associated procedures, guidelines, regulations and notices that are currently into effect.
Knowledge of Freebalance or SAP financial system considered an asset.
Abilities
Ability to plan and organize workload to meet established priorities and deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to analyze and solve complex contracting issues, make clear and justified recommendations and implement effective solutions
Personal Suitability
Adaptable to change
Strong interpersonal, team and partnership building skills
Dependability
Initiative
Client focused
Strategic thinking- Innovating through analysis and ideas
Condition(s) of Employment
Security Clearance: Reliability Status.
Ability and willingness to work overtime.
In their application, candidates must fully demonstrate that they have all of the required qualifications.
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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from women, members of a visible minority group, Indigenous Peoples and persons with disabilities.
Organizational Needs
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.
Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will be sent. Only those selected for an exam/interview will be contacted.
If you require additional information on the position, please contact us at
Expected salary: $71007 – 86593 per year
Location: Ottawa, ON
Job date: Thu, 25 Feb 2021 04:18:07 GMT
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