Embassy of Canada to Denmark
Selection Process Nº: 187596-6
Salary: 615,358 Danish Kroner
Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-time)
Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Denmark.
Job Function: Officer
Classification: LE-O1
Location: the Embassy of Canada to Denmark
Number of Vacancies: 1
Closing date for application: 16 September, 2024 at 23:59 UTC/GMT +1:00
Summary of Duties:
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) is a worldwide network of professionals in international business development (IBD), with preferred access to business knowledge and contacts, who are committed to advancing Canadian commercial and economic interests abroad. The TCS is helping companies sell their products and services outside Canada by connecting them with its funding and support programs, international opportunities and its network of trade commissioners in more than 160 cities worldwide. The TCS also advances Canada’s commercial interests by, for example, attracting foreign investment to Canada and facilitating R&D collaboration.
Working within the trade team of the Embassy of Canada to the Kingdom of Denmark, under the direction of the Counsellor (Commercial), the Trade Commissioner will be responsible for advancing Canada’s commercial interests in the Cleantech, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors in Denmark, Greenland and the Faroe Islands, as well as identifying and promoting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) opportunities into Canada.
Although the sectors indicated above will be the primary focus of the officer, there will on occasion be requirements to assist with requests in reactive sectors, such as but not limited to consumer products or education. Collaboration with the other commercial officers on the team is also the norm, as sectors often overlap. The position will require close collaboration with the political section of the Embassy, including on trade policy.
Lastly, this position will work within the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sectors in delivering support to R&D partnership development, including highlighting Canada as a destination of choice for R&D research and development.
Key responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Lead, in partnership with and under the guidance from the Counsellor (Commercial), on the Cleantech, Energy (renewable, green, traditional) and Infrastructure sectors
- Other reactive or overlapping sectors
- Support the work of the commercial section within the Embassy, with guidance from the Counsellor (Commercial), in the areas of Science, Technology and Innovation
- Gathering business and competitor intelligence about the local market in relevant sectors
- Providing strategic advice and troubleshooting for Canadian companies
- Developing and maintaining relationships with local business contacts, Canadian clients and key stakeholders (including Provincial, Territorial, Municipal and Indigenous governments)
- Proactively engaging Danish companies, organizations, and government departments and agencies in trade promotion and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) attraction and aftercare initiatives
- Developing research and communication products to support management, senior officers and clients
- Participating in the trade team’s business planning cycle, project planning and management of international business development initiatives
- Supporting high-level visitors and other urgent priorities of the Embassy
- Ensure ongoing collaboration with the political section of the Embassy to promote a whole of Canada approach
Area of Selection:
Open to all internal and external applicants who are legal residents or citizens of the Kingdom of Denmark, who hold current documentation allowing them to work in Denmark without restriction, who meet all of the essential requirements stated, and whose applications are received by the closing date. This will be verified by the Embassy at the time of initial screening.
The Embassy of Canada does not reimburse any travel costs to and from assessments or interviews nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.
Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.
*Language will be assessed further during the process.
Education:
Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.
Master’s or equivalent degree from a recognized university in a field related to the position, including but not limited to commerce, OR an acceptable combination of education, training and work experience.
Language:
Fluent in English and Danish (oral, comprehension and written)
Fluency will be assessed by a variety of means including written assessment and interview
Experience:
- Recent professional experience (within the past 5 years) working in business development and/or program delivery in a field related to international business development
- Experience in managing client and stakeholder relationships or providing client service support to customers/clients
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience related to the areas of sector responsibility identified above
RATED REQUIREMENTS
The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.
Competencies:
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Initiative
- Sound judgement
- Values and Ethics
Abilities:
- Ability to undertake research and analysis, and to prepare reports and/or recommendations to management on key issues
- Ability to build and sustain a network of key contacts
- Ability to prioritize multiple demands, exercise initiative and judgement and be organized
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including via social media
Asset Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.
- Knowledge of the Danish Science, Technology and Innovation landscape
- Understanding and interest in Denmark’s green energy transition
- Experience in one or more of the following: facilitating high-level visits, delegations, and event organization
- Knowledge of Canada’s capabilities and opportunities in key sectors related to the Kingdom of Denmark (including Greenland and the Faroe Islands)
- Awareness of opportunities and issues related to the Arctic and Nordic countries. Including indigenous rights and inclusion/participation.
- Ability to communicate functionally in French both orally and in writing
Operational Requirements:
- Hours of work will be 37.5 per week, worked Monday to Friday at times to be arranged by the supervisor
- The default location of work for staff is within the office of the Embassy of Canada
- Must on occasion be able to work overtime on short notice on occasion
- Must be available for occasional duties outside normal working hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
- Ability to travel when required
Conditions of Employment:
Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.
– Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
– Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.
– Other conditions of employment:
Proof of Education: Copies of educational qualifications will be required at the interview stage of the process
How to Apply
- You must submit your application using the “Apply online” function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
- Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
- You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
- Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
- Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
- Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to LES-E-Recruitment-LDN@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
Important Notes
- Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
- The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English.
- Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
- Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
- Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
- Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Denmark does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
- Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
- As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
- We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at LES-E-Recruitment-LDN@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
- The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Embassy of Canada to Denmark which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
- For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
To apply for this job please visit staffing-les.international.gc.ca.
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