Director General, Communications Branch

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The Role

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's premiere research and technology organization.

We are looking for an experienced, vibrant and dynamic Director General for the Communications Branch. The Director General would be someone who shares our core values of impact, accountability, leadership, integrity and collaboration.

In alignment with NRC's overall vision and mission, the Director General of the Communications Branch is accountable for providing a whole-of-government communications perspective as well as leadership and oversight of the Communications Branch. The incumbent safeguards the organization's reputation and ensures alignment with Government of Canada communications priorities as well as supports clients by developing and delivering professional communications products and related services (e.g. brand management, consultations and stakeholder engagement, public opinion research, design and production, media monitoring, print services).

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Graduation from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in communications, public affairs, marketing or any other discipline related to the position.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Recent and significant experience in providing strategic direction to staff and in managing comprehensive communications programs, services and products in a government context.
• Recent and significant experience at the Executive level in providing strategic advice and counsel to senior level executives including Presidents, Vice Presidents and/or other equivalent positions in the public or private sectors, on complex and sensitive communications issues.
• Experience in working with a diversity of clients and partners, and engaging in or managing stakeholder relations.
• Experience in managing human and financial resources within a relevant communications environment and in a manner to reflect modern, changing communication practices.

Condition of Employment

Secret (II)

Language Requirements

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of the machinery of federal government communications needs and processes with a special emphasis on the workings of Ministers’ and Deputy Ministers’ Offices, and central agencies.
• Knowledge of government policies, legislation and regulation; current and emerging trends; and best practices related to the Communications Branch mandate.
• Knowledge of and experience implementing leading edge communications practices, technologies.
• Knowledge/awareness of the research context in Canada and of the NRC.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in providing leadership for the planning and delivery of client-oriented services.
• Ability to lead people and negotiate consensus through significant organizational change while keeping both employees and partners engaged.
• Ability to develop, present and implement a strategic approach/business plans.
• Ability to manage effectively in a complex and continuously changing business and technology environment.

Behavioural Competencies

• Inspirational Leadership (Level 3)
• Strategic Outlook and Alignment (Level 4)
• Drive for Results and Efficiency (Level 3)
• Leverage Collaborative Relationships (Level 2)
• Financial Management (Level 3)
• Client Relationship Management (Level 4)
• Industry Sector Knowledge (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Competencies (MG)

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Compensation

From $165,683 to $198,699 per annum. 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.