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**If you applied between May 6, 2020 and May 26, 2020 you do not need to re-apply to be considered for this position.The mission of Polar Knowledge Canada (Canadian High Arctic Research Station) is to conduct world-class cutting edge Arctic research. Polar Knowledge Canada is responsible for advancing Canada’s polar knowledge and strengthening Canadian leadership in Arctic science and technology. This federal organization anchors a strong research presence in Canada’s Arctic that serves Canada and the world, and advances knowledge of Canadian Arctic in order to improve economic opportunities, environmental stewardship and the quality of life of its Northern residents and all other Canadians. Polar Knowledge Canada continues to support the Government of Canada’s commitment to and respect for the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Polar Knowledge Canada operates out of the Canadian High Arctic Research Station campus in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut. The President is the Chief Executive Officer of Polar Knowledge Canada and is accountable for its day-to-day management and direction in accordance with the Canadian High Arctic Research Station Act (2014). The President must submit the science and technology plan and annual workplans and budgets to the Board for approval. The President reports to Parliament through the Minister of Northern Affairs. Further details about the organization and its activities can be found on the Polar Knowledge Canada website.
The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency and diversity in assessing applicants. You are therefore encouraged to include in your online profile your ability to speak and understand your second official language. Preference may be given to applicants who are members of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of a visible minority group.
Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.Familiarity with Indigenouslanguages of the North, particularly Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun, would be considered an asset.
A link to this notice will be placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment. A list of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar opportunities.
AMENDMENTReview of applications will begin on June 9, 2020. Candidates must apply online via the Governor in Council Appointments website. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by this date. After this date, your application will be retained and may be considered up until an appointment to the position is made. Your cover letter should be addressed to the Deputy Director of Selection Processes, Senior Personnel Secretariat, Privy Council Office, and should be sent only through the online application.Instructions on how to apply for an appointment opportunity can be found on the Governor in Council Appointments website.
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