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Senior Executive Assistant

Embassy of Canada in the U.S.
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Summary of Duties:

Work in the exciting field of diplomacy without having to leave the country!

The Consulate General of Canada in Boston seeks an organized and detail-oriented Senior Executive Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the office of the Consul General and the Political/Public Affairs team. 

At the Government of Canada, we value work-life balance and our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture.
  
We offer a competitive salary including paid overtime, generous leave, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, long term disability and a retirement savings plan. This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule (generally 3 days on-site per week; 2 days remote work with manager approval).  Please find a summary of our benefits package and information on employment eligibility at: https://www.international.gc.ca/country-pays/us-eu/jobs-emplois/index.aspx?lang=en 
 
 The Senior Executive Assistant to the Consul General performs a range of executive and administrative support duties, including:

  • Providing administrative support to the office of the Consul General and the Political Affairs & Advocacy section;
  • Coordinating, planning and organizing a wide range of activities related to meetings, events or visits, which includes making travel/accommodation arrangements and contracting hospitality vendors;
  • Scheduling and overseeing protocol and logistics for meetings, events and visits, including events held at the Official Residence and at the Consulate office;
  • Preparing expense claims, invoices and budget reports to ensure efficient management and accountability of program funds;
  • Overseeing the daily agenda of the executive and his/her mailbox;
  • Reviewing and preparing correspondence which require the Consul General’s action and signature;
  • Liaising with section heads and teams within the Consulate and with the offices of senior officials of foreign governments present in territory, industry representatives, executives in the private sector, and other local interlocutors;
  • Performing other duties as required.

 

Area of Selection:

Open to all applicants legally residing in the greater Boston region at the time of appointment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in Boston does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

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.

  • Associate degree or a certificate program from an accredited college or university:

OR

  • An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

 

Language:

  • Advanced proficiency level (writing and speaking) in English.

 

Experience:

  • Minimum two (2) years of demonstrated experience performing administrative tasks for a senior level manager in a public or private sector organization;
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience managing a budget and reporting expenses;
  • Experience planning and organizing events including managing guest lists, researching vendors and on-site event support.

 

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.

 

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of administrative processes
  • Knowledge of budgeting principles
  • Knowledge of event management practices

 

Competencies:

  • Focus on Quality and Details
  • Judgement and Discretion
  • Resilience and adaptability
  • Working with others

 

Abilities: 

  • Ability to communicate effectively orally in English;
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing in English;
  • Ability to manage logistical arrangements and details for travel, meetings and hospitality events;
  • Ability to effectively handle scheduling requests involving senior executives and high-level officials;
  • Ability to prioritize and organize workload, and work effectively under pressure;
  • Ability to use technologies such as MS Office applications, video conference systems, etc.

 

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.

  • Ability to communicate effectively in French, both orally and in writing.
  • Experience working in government or a foreign mission.
  • Knowledge of New England institutions and culture.

 

Operational Requirements:

  • Normal hours of work for this position are in accordance with the Locally Engaged Staff (LES) regulations of 37.50 hours per week.
  • Location of work: This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule (three (3) days on-site per week and two (2) days of remote work per week, subject to manager approval).
  • Occasional overtime, including evenings and weekends, may be required with advance notice.
  • Travel Requirements: This position may require some travel throughout the United States and to Canada

 

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.

 

Special Request from Mission / Additional Comments:

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. Canada’s strength is diversity and it has played a key role in Canada’s history and development. Because of this, the Consulate General of Canada in New York values diversity, equity and inclusion in our workforce.

 

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-WSHDC@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 Consulate General of Canada in Boston 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-WSHDC@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 Consulate General of Canada in Boston 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.