Job Level: RE-08 $154,301 to $170,710
Closing Date: 24/06/2026
The National Capital Commission is looking for a Director, AREE for an indeterminate position. The position is classified as a RÉ-08 ($154,301 to $170,710 per annum - under review).
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.
Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.
JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Audit Executive is accountable for the development and management of the internal audit of programs and services of the NCC in order to provide the CEO and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors (Audit Committee) an independent opinion and level of assurance on the efficiency, economy and effectiveness of NCC operations as well as the adequacy of the NCC’s risk management, control and governance processes.
As Director for Research and Evaluation, the position is accountable for the development and management of the research and evaluation of all programs and services of the NCC in order to provide the CEO and the Executive Management Committee (EMC) with independent and objective, evidence-based assessments of the performance of programs as well as support decision making with respect to their continued relevance, success and cost effectiveness (value-for-money).
As Senior Officer for Disclosure under the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act (PSDPA), supports the CEO in meeting the requirements of the PSDPA. Helps promote a positive environment for disclosing wrongdoing and deals with disclosure of wrongdoing made by NCC employees.
As Senior Ethics Officer, provides corporate leadership on ethical practices and behaviors and offers advice on ethical dilemmas.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.
Must have either a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) accounting designation or an accreditation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in managing and conducting audits and investigations, in compliance with the IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework, and experience managing and conducting research and evaluation studies as prescribed by professional organizations such as the Canadian Evaluation Society or the Marketing Research and Intelligence Association.
KNOWLEDGE
- Of the legislation under which the NCC operates and conducts its activities such as;
- National Capital Act, Financial Administration Act
- Auditor General Act
- Federal Accountability Act
- Privacy and Access to Information Acts
- Official Languages Act
- Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act
ABILITIES
- To provide analysis and advice to senior management on a broad range of complex and high-profile issues.
- To build partnerships and collaborative working relations with a wide variety of internal partners.
- To provide strategic advice and support to executives and other NCC officials.
- To communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Create Vision and Strategy.
- Mobilize People.
- Uphold Integrity and Respect.
- Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders.
- Promote Innovation and Guide Change.
- Achieve Results.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Possess or eligible to obtain Secret security clearance.
- Linguistic profile: Bilingual CBC.
- Position is in the National Capital Region. The person selected for this position must reside within a commutable distance from the workplace.
- The successful candidate may be required to work irregular hours and/or overtime on occasion.
