Who we are

Executive Council Office (ECO) is a central agency department of government that provides secretariat and administrative services to the Executive Council, the Policy and Priorities Committee, as well as Cabinet and Cabinet committees of government. ECO also helps line departments in the preparation of legislative, policy and program proposals and planning and reporting of all government priorities. ECO is responsible for monitoring the on-going progress in achieving government objectives.

We are building a team of people who are passionate about corporate strategic planning and accountability, efficient and effective processes, and seek to deliver sustainable results for GNB. We're committed to our work through collaborative approaches, having fun and most importantly helping ensure each other's success. Our team of professionals work in an environment in which you can learn, grow and support innovative strategies to help GNB deliver on its priority initiatives.

The Corporate Strategic Planning and Accountability unit works directly with senior teams across GNB to align departmental strategic plans with government priorities and commitments. The unit is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring the accountability process to achieve priority outcomes and the management of government commitments. The unit leads and co-ordinates the annual report process for all Part 1 departments.

What you will do

The Planning Coordinator will work within the Corporate Strategic Planning and Accountability unit to support the development and execution of GNB priority management model. This role supports the alignment, execution and reporting of outcomes, performance measures and priorities in preparation for mandate letters, Deputy Minister agreements and recurring accountability meetings with senior leaders. The Planning Coordinator is also responsible for various administrative tasks for the team.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Build plans, reports, and support GNB portfolio management efforts (i.e., quality control, flagging risks and items off track, manage qualitative data)
• Develop and maintain the GNB operational dashboard.
• Support strategic partnerships, internal communications, and organizational awareness for the team.
• Conduct light research to support the development and alignment of priorities across NB landscape with various stakeholders.
• Capture and review all public GNB plans and strategies and identify opportunities for alignment with existing priorities.
• Conduct administrative tasks, including capturing meeting minutes, prepare meeting materials, presentations and agendas, and reviewing and preparing key documents.

Need to have

The successful candidate must be highly motivated and demonstrate strong initiative and organizational skills, as well as strong critical thinking skills. The candidate must be able to multi-task and be flexible to handle changing priorities and meet deadlines. Effective oral and presentation skills, as well as writing and editing skills are required. Ability to work autonomously and co-operatively within a team environment with strong interpersonal abilities are required to maintain good working relationships with all stakeholders and partners.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelorâ??s degree in Arts or Business
• The candidate should be computer literate and well versed in various office software (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams).
• Experience in planning, coordinating reports, project management or communications.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required for this position (bilingual is an asset).

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have

Preference may be given to those candidates that have:

• Previous work experience or involvement with other government departments, specifically with planning, project management, and priority reporting.

Subject to the response of this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Client Service Orientation,
• Relationship/Network Building,
• Effective Interactive Communication,
• Analytical Thinking,
• Results Orientation,
• Teamwork and Cooperation.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Ability to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we promote a scent-reduced environment.

Salary:

Pay Band 3 â?? $51,662.00 to $72,176.00 per annum

Candidates on the eligibility list may be considered for future vacancies.

How to apply:

Applicants are to apply on-line no later than February 24, 2025 indicating competition number 13210. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Human Resources Services

Phone: (506) 444-2691

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected]

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per theâ?¯Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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