The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Introduction
The Immigration Division contributes to economic growth and strong communities through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program and working with partners to promote the province as a destination of choice for international talent to study, work, and live. It designs and administers the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program – an economic immigration program focused on the skill and talent needs of Manitoba’s employers and communities – and supports social and economic integration and career development of newcomers through settlement supports and coordinated immigrant labour market services.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must be fluently bilingual (French and English)
Must be willing and able to travel throughout Canada and internationally
Qualifications:
Essential:
Post-secondary education in Commerce, Business Administration or the Social Sciences or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience
Experience working with federal and provincial immigration systems
Experience undertaking research, analysis, and assessment of policies and/or programs, verifying information and making recommendations based on policy, program criteria, goals and/or objectives
Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills
Experience interpreting, explaining and applying policies, procedures, statutes, and/or regulations to a variety of interest groups
Excellent verbal communication skills in both French and English, with the ability to clearly present complex issues to a variety of audiences
Excellent written communication skills in both French and English for preparing detailed analytical or assessment reports
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Strong political acumen with the ability to manage confidential and sensitive material and situations in an appropriate manner
Duties:
The incumbent’s primary role is the assessment of the immigration application using the defined policy and procedures to determine the demonstrated ability to make significant and long-term contributions to the Manitoba economy.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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