Technical Outreach Officer, Climate Change Mitigation

Your Challenge

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We are looking for Technical Outreach Officers to support our Construction Research Centre as it is addresses one of the biggest challenges facing Canada’s construction sector: Decarbonization. The Technical Outreach Officers would be those who share our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.
 

In collaboration with academia, industry and governments, the NRC is applying its research and development (R&D) expertise to support the development and deployment of low-carbon construction solutions at scale. As the information transfer focal point for the Construction Research Centre, which includes Codes Canada, the Technical Outreach Officers have a solid background in understanding and communicating technical and scientific information and concepts in order to work directly with content experts, and to support research outputs and information related to construction research, regulations, guidelines, and publications.
 

The incumbents support the Manager, Low Carbon Regulatory Solutions by planning, developing, implementing and monitoring stakeholder outreach, engagement and information transfer strategies, by identifying opportunities and coordinating communications, media, and outreach activities, as well as by identifying, engaging and liaising with the construction industry, stakeholders and stakeholder associations.

The incumbents will provide strategic advice to Construction management on communications and outreach strategies and participate in the preparation of briefing material and responses to stakeholder issues or concerns, and media and/or ministerial correspondence.

For interested candidates, the Construction Research Centre offers unique career opportunities ranging from research, to regulation, construction technology evaluation, multidisciplinary program management, and policy development on national priorities related to the construction sector.
 

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:

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the education, experience factors listed on the poster. It is recommended that candidates use the education/experience criteria as a header and then write one or two paragraphs demonstrating how they meet them by providing concrete examples.

Failure to provide an appropriate cover letter will result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
 

Education

A degree from a recognized university in marketing, communications, public policy or in a scientific/technical field is required.

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

Experience

• Experience in providing stakeholder outreach, engagement, strategic communications planning, and/or technical information transfer services in a regulatory agency, the construction industry or a science and technology transfer environment.
   
• Experience liaising with key stakeholder associations, corporate communications branches, media outlets and government departments to ensure the successful implementation of stakeholder outreach, engagement and information transfer priorities.
   
• Significant experience in researching, writing and producing technical content (related to engineering, architecture and/or scientific fields) using traditional and online information transfer products and the use of the web as a strategic outreach tool.
   
• Significant experience working with internal and external clients.
   
• Experience developing and managing subject-specific strategic and technical outreach plans which include key messages, strategic considerations and tactics targeting specific stakeholder groups and topics, would be an asset.
   

Condition of Employment

 Reliability Status

Language Requirements

English 

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 engineering, architectural and/or scientific concepts and terminology.
   
• Knowledge of current trends and techniques in stakeholder outreach, communications, engagement and business writing/editing.
   
• Knowledge of the regulatory or construction industry or of science and technology.
   
• Knowledge of climate change mitigation and decarbonization would be considered an asset.
   
• Ability to research and understand technically complex materials and to effectively target the information to specific stakeholders.
   
• Ability to manage and write a diverse range of print and electronic technical information transfer products.
   
• Ability to write a variety of reports and outreach materials in English.
   
• Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities, some with competing priorities, keep them on task and deliver results.
   
• Knowledge of the Government of Canada’s communications policies and related guidelines may be an asset
   

Behavioural Competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile : Management Services

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Compensation

The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-2-4 level, which is a mid-career level position with a salary range of $80,523 to $161,258. 

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level.  As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

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The NRC Advantage

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season.  We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

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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.