Communications Analyst

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Calgary, Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta

Regina, Saskatchewan

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Montreal, Quebec

Toronto, Ontario

Sommaire des fonctions

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is looking for dedicated individuals to fill the position of Communications Analyst in various regional offices across Canada. Candidates must be highly motivated, proactive, and discreet.

This position will be of interest to anyone who can translate from one or more of the foreign languages listed below into French or English and work effectively as a team. The Communications Analyst is required to read or listen to information in foreign languages, determine its relevance and importance, translate it, and produce preliminary reports based on the value of the intelligence obtained, with the goal of identifying new lines of investigation.

Under the direction of the team leader, the analyst identifies and evaluates oral and written communications, collaborates with counterparts and stakeholders, and provides advice to managers. To do this, the analyst conducts in-depth research, analyzes various subjects (at the social, economic, geopolitical, and ethnocultural levels), and draws on their knowledge of the culture in question. It is therefore essential that the incumbent has a keen interest in the field of intelligence and politics.

Additionally, they must be comfortable working with computer systems and using social media.

CSIS is looking for individuals with proficiency in the following languages

• Mandarin
• Russe
• Punjabi
• Ourdou
• Hindi
• Espagnol

Études

Baccalauréat and two (2) years of experience*

Any higher level of education (e.g. master's or doctorate) may be considered as experience.

The education program must come from a recognized accredited educational institution in Canada. If you have completed an education program outside of Canada, you must obtain an equivalency assessment at your own expense from a recognized accredited educational institution in Canada

Expérience

By experience, we mean: EX1 – Experience in research, analysisNote de bas de page 1 and report writing.

• EX2 – Experience working as part of a team.

Expérience supplémentaire requise

• Use of computer applications and tools, communication and social media
• Use of computer systems
• Specialized level proficiency Note 2 in one of the languages mentioned above

Footnote 1

Analysis means experience in searching for information in various databases and analyzing it in order to formulate recommendations.

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Footnote 2

Candidates must pass written tests to assess their proficiency in a foreign language as well as in French or English.

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Knowledge

Understanding of the CSIS mandate, the CSIS Act, as well as the priorities of the Government of Canada with regard to intelligence related to national security.

Abilities

• Adaptability / flexibility
• Ability to learn
• Analytical ability
• Communication (oral and written)
• Organizational ability / ability to multitask
• Meticulousness

Assets

Qualifications that are assets may enhance the ability to perform the duties, considering the current and future needs of the organization, but are not strictly necessary. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Experience in interpretation or translation.

Conditions of employment

Candidates must attend and pass the course for Communications Analysts.

Language proficiency requirements

Varying language requirements

English or French essential

English essential

Bilingualism imperative CCB

The selection process may be used to staff positions with varying language requirements. We therefore encourage all interested persons to submit their application. Second language evaluations will be offered to candidates. For more information on language requirements, click on the following link: www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/language-requirements.

Remarks

The cover letter must clearly describe the candidate's education, experience and language skills, as well as specify the specific location for which the candidate is applying.

If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

A gap (employment equity) has been observed among persons with disabilities and Indigenous peoples for this position. We invite candidates to voluntarily self-identify in their cover letter if they belong to one of these groups, as self-identification information may be used at the time of selection.

Organizational factors

Employment equity criteria

Overtime

Please note that this position may involve exposure to disturbing material

Evaluation process

Three (3) evaluations will take place during this process to assess foreign language proficiency, written communication, analytical skills and rigour. Candidate applicants will complete all evaluations during a single full day of evaluation. Failing one of these evaluations will result in the end of an application.

Once all evaluations have been successfully completed, candidate applicants will be invited to a competency-based interview. The competency-based interview will be used to assess your experience, knowledge and the skills listed above.

Note: The results of the three (3) exams listed above are valid for six (6) months. Candidate applicants who have completed the 6-month period are eligible to reapply.

How to Apply

We invite you to visit Canada.ca for tips on submitting a compelling application: http://www.canada.ca/fr/service-renseignement-securite/organisation/emplois-scrs/comment-deposer-une-candidature-puissante.

Security Requirements

Candidates must meet the requirements for obtaining a Top Secret security clearance. They will be subject to a security interview, polygraph testing and a background investigation that includes financial and credit checks. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offence. Drug use is considered a significant factor in assessing your reliability and admissibility during the selection process. Therefore, it is important that you do not use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

Important

We encourage interested individuals to apply as soon as possible, as we will review and select applications on an ongoing basis until all available positions are filled. Federal employees affected by workforce adjustment are invited to apply for available positions and clearly indicate their status in their cover letter.

Candidates must clearly indicate how they meet each education and experience criterion in their application when applying, otherwise their application will not be retained for this career opportunity.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is a separate employer that is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). As such, CSIS has its own classification system, pay and staffing process. In itself, we use a recruitment process and different terminology.

The CSIS is committed to establishing a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadian population it serves, which involves creating a work environment that reflects diversity and inclusion. To do this, it is necessary to increase representation of employment equity groups at all levels of the organization, namely persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and women, through hiring and talent management practices.

A discrepancy has been observed among people with disabilities and Indigenous peoples for this position. The Service will also ensure that adequate accommodation measures (e.g. specialized equipment or physical modifications to the work environment) are taken so that all candidates who possess the required qualifications can apply. In support of creating a more diverse and qualified workforce, the Service strongly encourages people who are part of one or more employment equity groups to self-identify when applying for a position.

If you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please inform us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

In Canada, CSIS offices are located on various traditional and ancestral lands. In a spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous peoples in Canada and their connection to these lands.

Personal information is protected in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act. It will be stored in the SR PPU 025 personal information bank.

We thank all those who will apply. We will only communicate with selected candidates.