An Opportunity for Public Service

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An appointment to a Ministerial or GiC position is an opportunity for an experienced and skilled individual to make a contribution through public service. The life of Aboriginal and Northern Canadians is touched daily by the advice, knowledge and expertise of the more than 300 women and men who guide and serve on bodies within the mandate of the Minister of the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development.

Current Opportunities in Boards, Commissions, Tribunals, Committees and Advisory Bodies where appointments are either made or recommended by the Minister can be found on this site. An overview of the General Selection Criteria and Conditions of Appointment can be found below.

General Selection Criteria and Conditions of Appointment

When applying, please ensure to address specifically how your background (education, experience, knowledge, abilities and personal suitability) meets the job requirements. Also ensure your letter of introduction and résumé contain your current coordinates. The advertisement will specify where to send your letter of introduction and résumé. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Notices are placed on this site to assist in identifying qualified candidates. These notices of vacancies are not, however, intended to be the sole mean of recruitment.

Conditions of Appointment

Security –The appointee will be required to meet the Government of Canada’s Reliability Status Clearance Level.

Neutrality – The appointee must not have an interest or significant affiliation that could hinder the ability, either directly or indirectly, to render completely neutral decisions or advice. The selected candidate will be subject to the principles of The Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Code for Public Office Holders including ethical and political activity guidelines.

Training – The appointee must attend all training courses in their entirety within the time frame prescribed in the curriculum.

Availability – With an advance notice of at least seven days, an appointee must be willing and available to serve a minimum of two full working days per month, according to the needs of the Board, Commission, Tribunal, Committee or Advisory Body.

Other Information – A variety of assessment tools may be used to screen and assess applicants, including reference checks, written tests and interviews.

An inventory of qualified candidates resulting from this process may be used to fill future vacancies. Candidates who meet the essential requirements will be notified that their applications are being retained.

Applicants may participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice and should indicate their preferred official language on their application.

Candidates are required to describe and provide clear examples, on their application and/or résumé, of how they meet all essential qualifications and asset qualifications of education, experience and knowledge that are listed in the Selection Criteria.

General Selection Criteria

Education – A degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in law, Aboriginal affairs, environmental studies, economics, business administration or public administration, or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience. 

Experience –Have experience in conducting independent investigations, arbitration, mediation or inquiries, understanding of Aboriginal issues and government.

Knowledge – Knowledge of the mandate and objectives of the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, as well as the federal laws, regulations and policies affecting its activities; Aboriginal issues, relevant legislation and the structure and operations of the federal government.

Abilities – Ability to review complex information, analyze and synthesize a broad variety of evidence and prepare recommendations as well as possess excellent managerial, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and oral.

Personal Suitability – Be culturally sensitive, possess diplomacy and tact, adhere to high ethical standards, have the ability to be non-threatening, flexible and comfortable in informal and cross-cultural settings and demonstrate independence, impartiality and neutrality.