National Education Development Officer

Job Responsibility: Branch : Regional Offices Branch Employment Type : Indeterminate Position Linguistic Designation : Bilingual (English, French) Position Global Linguistic Level : C1 Salary : $118,292.99 - $133,145.00 + $1,798.58 Bilingual Allowance Location : Ottawa Regional Office Search Area : Internal; Membership; Public Closing Date : 07/19/2024 Employment Equity Designation : As a result of the PSAC Workforce and Availability Analysis and in accordance with the PSAC Employment Equity Plan, the successful candidate for this appointment will be a qualified person from one of the following groups: Women

Who are we?

Founded in 1966, The Public Service Alliance of Canada is the union that represents over 230,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices across the country. PSAC strives to enhance its members' quality of life and has been at the front of significant and successful campaigns for workplace and human rights; Learn more about our victories.

We will support your mental and physical health with:

• Flexible work arrangements. Hybrid employees may have own dedicated workstations.
• Group Benefits (Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee and Family Assistance), such as $7,500 for mental health professionals, that are 100% paid by employer.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (50/50 contribution from you and us).
• Three weeks' vacation to start, plus extra paid leave to support your wellness.
• Generous support for your professional growth and career development.
• Recreation allowance of $800 per year.

Primary Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of the Regional Offices Branch (ROB), in consultation with the Education Program Officer and as part of a larger education team that includes regional, national and component staff and elected officers, the National Education Development Officer builds the union and fosters membership solidarity and activism by conceptualizing, researching, developing, testing and updating and delivering national union education. The National Education Development Officer provides leadership and coordinates the development of core program(s) of PSAC education that is relevant, comprehensive, innovative and dynamic.

What you will bring to the table:

Education/Experience

• Candidates should have some program administration experience and are expected to demonstrate their knowledge of the labour movement, trade union practices and organization, principles of labour and human rights legislation, and the current social, political, and economic issues that affect PSAC members.
• The successful candidate is someone who brings to the job an active commitment to union, anti oppression, equity and social justice principles, and significant experience as a course developer and popular educator.

Knowledge

• Understanding of and commitment to trade union, equity principles and understanding of the sensitive political and social issues.
• The position requires excellent judgment and demonstrated problem solving, consultative, persuasive and conflict resolution skills to provide sound direction and advice on a variety of issues to educational program development.

Abilities

• Ability to develop educational materials (including the ability to assess learning needs, formulate objectives, create innovative and participatory methodology, write facilitators' notes and participants' handouts);
• Ability to provide effective feedback and editorial comments on education materials with a focus on content, flow, techniques, format and accessibility;
• Ability to produce a course / kit framework, course materials, reports and analysis within prescribed deadlines;
• Ability to facilitate (including assessment of group process, analysis of individual behaviour, syntheses of group thoughts and opinions, problem solving, consensus building and promoting effective teamwork);
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English or French or in both official languages (according to the position's requirements) with workers in a variety of occupations and backgrounds;
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to a wide range of union members;
• Ability to develop a plan and bring it to fruition.

Personal suitability

• The successful candidate is someone who exhibits a high degree of initiative, tact and good judgment, who works collaboratively and respectfully with others, and copes well with stress.
• Long irregular hours and travel are sometimes required.

What you need to know:

• Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above. Federal Government valid SLE results can be used toward this. Preferred candidates may have their second language skills assessed as part of the hiring process.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• While we appreciate all the candidates' interest, only those considered in the process will be contacted.
• A full is available upon request.

NOTES: Internal applicants should submit their résumé online through the internal career site. The Public Service Alliance of Canada is committed to achieving and maintaining a representative workforce that ensures the full participation and advancement of traditionally under-represented groups. Applications are encouraged from equity groups including women, racially visible persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Non-binary, Queer, Intersex, Indigiqueer, Asexual, Pansexual, Another identity and more (2SLGBTQIA+) persons. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email View email address on ca.edajobs.com.