With offices in Canadian Diplomatic Missions in Europe, Asia and the Americas, the Ministry of Citizenship, Immigration and International Trade's International Trade & Investment Offices are headed by people familiar with the needs of their particular market—and the business advantages Ontario can offer it. We are also an important resource for local economic development offices interested in attracting foreign investment or finding export markets.
Situated in the Canadian High Commission, a unique four-year opportunity exists with the Ministry to represent Ontario in New Delhi. Bring your strong knowledge of global economic development and trade issues to promote and project Ontario's image for business opportunities.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this high-profile role, you will:
• work closely with provincial and federal colleagues around the world to drive investment, trade and science and technology opportunities for Ontario
• assist in determining specific priorities, objectives and strategies for trade, investment and general business relations with India
• propose to the Ministry annual programming for India and implement as approved
• raise Ontario's international profile through strategic channels, including media, social media and speaking opportunities
• initiate and support incoming business delegations from Ontario
• actively support the planning and implementation of Ministerial and Premier-led trade missions
• provide advice to senior government and business leaders
• provide high-quality intelligence on India
• work with various ministries, levels of government, private-sector companies and organizations, and academic institutions on opportunities to advance Ontario's interests in India
Note: you will be working at the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi, India.
Location: Toronto
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• you are a Canadian Citizen
• you have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance from the Government of Canada
• you have the ability to obtain and maintain Canadian Diplomatic Passport and Diplomatic Accreditation / Visa in host country (cannot hold citizenship of host country)
• you are able to undergo Medical / Fitness for Duty Assessment
• you are proficient in English
• you have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance from the Government of Canada
• you have the ability to obtain and maintain Canadian Diplomatic Passport and Diplomatic Accreditation / Visa in host country (cannot hold citizenship of host country)
• you are able to undergo Medical / Fitness for Duty Assessment
• you are proficient in English
Industry Knowledge:
• you have extensive knowledge of Ontario's business, economic and innovation interests and objectives in India to attract investment and trade and build Ontario's innovation ecosystem
• you have sound knowledge of Ontario's and India's governments, economies, decision-making processes and business cultures
• you have knowledge of policy development, decision-making and program delivery processes
• you have sound knowledge of Ontario's and India's governments, economies, decision-making processes and business cultures
• you have knowledge of policy development, decision-making and program delivery processes
Stakeholder Management and Consultation Skills:
• you can provide high-level consultation, advice and recommendations to senior officials to promote Ontario's business interests in India
• you have negotiation skills to guide and influence stakeholder decisions
• you demonstrate a high degree of political acuity to understand Ontario's and India's socio-economic and political issues and identify potential opportunities, issues and impacts
• you have negotiation skills to guide and influence stakeholder decisions
• you demonstrate a high degree of political acuity to understand Ontario's and India's socio-economic and political issues and identify potential opportunities, issues and impacts
Project and Issues Management Skills:
• you have analytical and problem-solving skills to synthesize complex and sensitive material, and handle a wide range of business issues
• you have leadership and project management skills to lead complex projects and initiatives
• you have leadership and project management skills to lead complex projects and initiatives
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• you have interpersonal and oral communication skills to give presentations, chair meetings and represent the organization
• you have written communication skills to write high-level correspondence, briefing notes and reports
• you have written communication skills to write high-level correspondence, briefing notes and reports
Computer Proficiency:
• you can prepare spreadsheets, correspondence, conduct research and prepare reports using computer software
Salary Range: $83,604 - $128,802 per year
Additional information:
- 1 Temporary, duration up to 48 months, 900 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region
Please apply online, only, by Tuesday, July 12, 2016, by visitingwww.ontario.ca/careers and entering Job ID 94679 in the Job ID search field. Please follow the instructions to submit your application. Faxes are not being accepted at this time.
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us atwww.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.
