Job Opportunities
- Contracting and Procurement Coordinator, Common Services Section, LE-06
- Assistant Accountant, Common Services Section, LE-05
- Accounts Payable Team Leader, Common Services Section,LE-06/LE-07
- Embassy Chef, LE-Chef
Position Title: Contracting and Procurement Coordinator, Common Services Section, LE-06
Closing Date: June 16, 2013
Starting Annual Compensation Package: Approx. 137,290 RMB (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; compensation is non-negotiable)
Work location: Beijing
Open to:
- Chinese or Canadian citizens residing in China;
- Term or indeterminate employees currently working at Canadian Embassy or Consulates in China; and,
- Spouses/dependants of Canadian-Based Staff at Canadian Embassy or Consulates in China.
Short-listed candidates should be able to participate tests and/or interviews in Beijing at own expense. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Beijing at own expense.
We are seeking high quality written applications to establish a shortlist for further testing. Your application MUST include an Application Form (see Appendix I) and Curriculum Vitae in English which addresses the qualifications listed for this vacancy. Send application to china-recruitment@international.gc.ca . Please indicate your full name, the competition number and position title in the subject line: “Your full name – Competition Number – Position Title”. Please be advised that incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
An eligibility list may be established from this process to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, term and emergency basis.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited to further assessment will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail, phone, mobile, etc.)
Detailed Position Description is available at china-recruitment@international.gc.ca upon request.
JOB SUMMARY: The Contracting Specialist helps managers at Canadian Government Offices across China and Mongolia to contract for services and procure goods from their local markets. By continuously designing and implementing better procurement practices, the Contracting Specialist ensures that the Government of Canada receives excellent value for money on every purchase. As an expert in contracting with suppliers, this individual provides training to staff and provides advice on how they can navigate the Government of Canada's procedures. Honesty and integrity are essential to upholding our values of open and transparent procurement.
Under the general supervision of the Financial Management Officer, the Contracting Specialist develops procurement documents such as requests for proposals, provides advice, guidance, and training on contracting procedures and tender document preparation, coordinates procurement activities, manages information related to contracting files.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
- Successful graduation from a recognized university with a degree
Language:
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Proficiency in Mandarin (reading, writing and speaking)
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of experience contracting services, procuring goods, or managing contractors or suppliers.
- Experience of interpreting and applying policies, regulations, or laws.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of contracting and procurement practices
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Personal suitability:
- Adaptability and Flexibility – Adapts Tactics
- Client Focus – Acts to Improve Client Service
- Commitment to public confidence - Takes action to uphold or protect the Department’s organizational integrity
- Conceptual Thinking - Sees the “Big Picture”
- Effective Interactive Communication - Adapts Language to the Audience
- Effectiveness/Achievement Orientation - Implements Innovative Solutions
- Focus on Quality and Details - Monitors Data or Projects
- Organizational fit
ASSET CRITERIA:
Preferred standing may be given to those candidates who also meet the following:
Language:
- Proficiency in French (reading, writing and speaking)
Experience:
- Experience in training, coaching, or advising others
- Experience using SAP’s financial system or another similar system
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as required;
- Able to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid working authorization in China is a condition of your employment at the Embassy
SECURITY/RELIABILITY:
A valid “Reliability Status” security check is required prior to appointment to this position.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation.
The Government of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise us in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Position Title: Assistant Accountant, Common Services Section, LE-05
Closing Date: June 9, 2013
Starting Annual Compensation Package: Approx. 113,950 RMB (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; compensation is non-negotiable)
Work location: Beijing
Open to:
- Chinese or Canadian citizens residing in China;
- Term or indeterminate employees currently working at Canadian Embassy or Consulates in China; and,
- Spouses/dependants of Canadian-Based Staff at Canadian Embassy or Consulates in China.
(** This competition is Anticipatory Staffing to create an eligibility list for any potential vacancies that may arise within this domain. **)
Short-listed candidates should be able to participate tests and/or interviews in Beijing at own expense. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Beijing at own expense.
We are seeking high quality written applications to establish a shortlist for further testing. Your application MUST include an Application Form (see Appendix I) and Curriculum Vitae in English which addresses the qualifications listed for this vacancy. Send application to china-recruitment@international.gc.ca . Please indicate your full name, the competition number and position title in the subject line: “Your full name – Competition Number – Position Title”. Please be advised that incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
An eligibility list may be established from this process to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, term and emergency basis.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited to further assessment will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail, phone, mobile, etc.)
Detailed Position Description is available at china-recruitment@international.gc.ca upon request.
JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Accounts Payable Team Leader, provides accounting and financial services to the Mission; inputs and maintains data in the financial management system (IMS); provides financial advice and services to mission managers and staff; performs cash management functions; assists in the preparation of financial analysis, reports and budgets; and performs other duties.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
- Successful completion of post-secondary degree in accounting or other related subjects
Language:
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Proficiency in Mandarin (reading, writing and speaking)
Experience:
- Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and administrative duties
Knowledge:
- Specific knowledge of accounting processes and principles
- Knowledge of budget management and reporting
- Knowledge of EXCEL
- Knowledge of SAP or another corporate financial system
Personal suitability:
- Adaptability and Flexibility – Normally alters normal course of action
- Client Focus – Takes personal responsibility for correcting client problems
- Effective Interactive Communication – Checks understanding and clarity
- Effectiveness/Achievement Orientation – Finds innovative ways to improve performance
- Focus on Quality and Details – Monitors date or projects
- Teamwork and Cooperation – Expresses positive attitudes and expectations of team or team members
- Organizational fit
ASSET CRITERIA:
Preferred standing may be given to those candidates who also meet the following:
Language:
- Proficiency in French (reading, writing and speaking)
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Canadian generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of China’s banking environment
- Knowledge of SAP’s financial system
ACCOUNTING DESIGNATION
- Recognized professional accounting designation
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as required;
- Able to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid working authorization in China is a condition of your employment at the Embassy
SECURITY/RELIABILITY:
A valid “Reliability Status” security check is required prior to appointment to this position.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation.
The Government of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise us in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Position Title: Accounts Payable Team Leader, Common Services Section,
LE-06/LE-07
Closing Date: June 9, 2013
Starting Annual Compensation Package:
LE-07 Approx. 161,100 RMB (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; compensation is non-negotiable)
LE-06 Approx. 137,290 RMB (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; compensation is non-negotiable)
Work location: Beijing
Open to:
- Chinese or Canadian citizens residing in China;
- Term or indeterminate employees currently working at Canadian Embassy or Consulates in China; and,
- Spouses/dependants of Canadian-Based Staff at Canadian Embassy or Consulates in China.
(** This competition is Anticipatory Staffing to create an eligibility list for any potential vacancies that may arise within this domain. **)
Short-listed candidates should be able to participate in tests and/or interviews in Beijing at own expense. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Beijing at own expense.
We are seeking high quality written applications to establish a shortlist for further testing. Your application MUST include an Application Form (see Appendix I) and Curriculum Vitae in English which addresses the qualifications listed for this vacancy. Send application to china-recruitment@international.gc.ca . Please indicate your full name, the competition number and position title in the subject line: “Your full name – Competition Number – Position Title”. Please be advised that incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
An eligibility list may be established from this process to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, term and emergency basis.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited to further assessment will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail, phone, mobile, etc.)
Detailed Position Description is available at china-recruitment@international.gc.ca upon request.
JOB SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Team Leader is the senior accountant in the region and reports directly to the Financial Management Officer. This individual leads a team to process all financial transactions for our offices in locations across Asia. By continuously designing and implementing better business practices and providing effective leadership to the team, the Team Leader ensures that our clients consistently receive great service. The Team Leader regularly provides advice to management on financial processes and policies, analyses expenditures, prepares financial reports, supervises staff, and ensures the quality and accuracy of information, and designs and implements new and improved procedures.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
- Degree in accounting or other related subjects from a recognized university,
- OR an acceptable equivalent through the combination of education and work experience.
Language:
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Proficiency in Mandarin (reading, writing and speaking)
Experience:
- Minimum three years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and administrative duties.
Knowledge:
- Specific knowledge of accounting processes and principles
- Knowledge of budget management and reporting
- Knowledge of EXCEL
- Knowledge of SAP or another corporate financial system
Personal suitability:
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Adapts tactics
- Client Focus: Acts to improve client service
- Effective Interactive Communication: Adapts language to the audience
- Effectiveness/Achievement Orientation: Implements innovative solutions
- Focus on Quality and Details: Develops systems
- People/Team Leadership: Creates environment for team effectiveness
- Teamwork and Cooperation: Encourages others
- Organizational fit
ASSET CRITERIA:
Preferred standing may be given to those candidates who also meet the following:
Language:
- Proficiency in French (reading, writing and speaking)
Experience:
- Experience of leading others or supervising a team
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Canadian generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)Knowledge of China’s banking environment
- Knowledge of SAP’s financial system
ACCOUNTING DESIGNATION
- Recognized professional accounting designation
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as required;
- Able to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid working authorization in China is a condition of your employment at the Embassy
SECURITY/RELIABILITY:
A valid “Reliability Status” security check is required prior to appointment to this position.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation.
The Government of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise us in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Position Title: Embassy Chef, LE-Chef
Closing Date: 2013-06-23
Starting Annual Compensation Package: Approx. 168,600 RMB (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; compensation is non-negotiable. Non-Chinese citizens will receive an additional approx. RMB 71,000 in lieu of social benefits.)
Work location: Beijing
Open to:
- Chinese or Canadian citizens;
Short-listed candidates should be able to participate tests and/or interviews in Beijing at own expense or via conference call. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Beijing at own expense. The Embassy will help facilitate the visa application for a Canadian citizen.
We are seeking high quality written applications to establish a shortlist for further testing. Your application MUST include an Application Form (see Appendix I) and Curriculum Vitae in English or French which addresses the qualifications listed for this vacancy.
Send application to china-recruitment@international.gc.ca . Please indicate your full name, the competition number and position title in the subject line: “Your full name – Competition Number – Position Title”. Please be advised that incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited to further assessment will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail, phone, mobile, etc.)
Detailed Position Description is available at china-recruitment@international.gc.ca upon request.
JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for someone who can take the initiative to use food and service to represent Canada and the Canadian Embassy in China.
This person must be up to the rewarding challenge of promoting Canada within the context of Chinese culture and bring creativity and innovation to his/her work.
The chef is required to manage all official hospitality functions hosted by the ambassador, as well as tend to the daily meals of the ambassador and his/her family. Events vary in size from 2 to 24-person seated meals to buffets and receptions for up to 200 people.
The chef is required to plan well-balanced meals and write menus with strong Canadian influences. The events have to be prepared and carried out with a high level of culinary expertise.
Additionally, the chef must be able to adapt quickly to changes as in any kitchen environment. The chef may be required to take part in promotional events and trade shows.
The role has a high degree of autonomy and requires someone who can also manage 3 support staff.
It is an excellent opportunity to make your mark in an international domain and build a network of contacts which will be an invaluable to any future career progression.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
- Diploma from a certified culinary institute in Canada or USA.
Language:
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Experience:
- Experience in providing catering to events for up to 200 people.
- Experience in budget planning and tracking.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of cross-Canadian food and beverage products, culture, history and geography.
- Knowledge of food safety.
Personal suitability:
- Client Focus – Acts to Improve Client Service
o Continuously looks for ways to meet the changing hospitality needs of the embassy and personal needs of the ambassador. - Effectiveness/Achievement Orientation – Implements Innovative Solutions
o Not only able organize and prioritize, but implements methods to improve procedures including cost-cutting measures or initiates projects to improve current practices. - Focus on Quality and Details – Monitors Projects
o Able to multitask and supervise others while maintaining a high level of performance and service. Foresee possible problems and act to prevent them. - Initiative – Plans Ahead
o Sets plans in place for smooth executions of events, meanwhile monitors progress and makes analytical decisions to prevent possible future problems. - Organizational fit.
ASSET CRITERIA:
Preferred standing may be given to those candidates who also meet the following:
Language:
- Proficiency in French (reading, writing and speaking)
- Proficiency in Mandarin (speaking)
Experience:
- Experience in working as a Chef in a western hotel or restaurant.
- Experience managing a team.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as required;
- Able to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid working authorization in China is a condition of your employment at the Embassy
SECURITY/RELIABILITY:
A valid “Reliability Status” security check is required prior to appointment to this position.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation.
The Government of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise us in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
