Field Liaison Officers Job Gatineau area,Province de Québec Canada,Management

Key activities

In accordance with the , FLOs are responsible, under the Chief Electoral Officer's general direction, and in respect of the geographical area (region) to which they are assigned, for providing support to ROs and acting as intermediary between ROs and the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer.

Tasks

Between electoral events, FLOs:

Foster collaboration and promote information-sharing among ROs to find solutions to regional issues and challenges

Implement changes with respect to legislation, processes, policies, practices and priorities

Oversee pre-event field-readiness assignments completed by ROs by committing to deliverables, negotiating plans and budgets with EC, providing advice, guidance, coaching and support to ROs, and encouraging completion of tasks on time, on budget and within guidelines

Lead engagement activities with provincial or territorial management bodies, municipalities, school boards and other organizations in the region

Organize post-election meetings

They are also actively involved in:

Recruiting and orienting ROs and assistant returning officers (AROs)

Optimizing EC's plans by providing expert advice on regional challenges and considerations

Developing performance objectives, expected results, measures and assessments for ROs

RO performance evaluations

Special assignments, as needed

During electoral events, FLOs:

Advise, coach and support ROs in carrying out legislated and operational deliverables

Assist ROs with solving local issues and obtaining EC's support, as needed

Coordinate regional activities in areas such as recruitment and outreach and liaise with school boards, vendors or service providers, among others

Work with regional media advisors to handle media requests

Conduct assessments of pre-determined activities linked to RO performance objectives in local EC offices, provide advice to ROs on corrective actions, and report to HQ on such matters throughout the election period

Assess the overall management of the election in their region for senior management at headquarters, including how ROs are meeting objectives, fulfilling statutory requirements and following EC policies

Regions

There are 31 FLO regions across Canada.

Employment status and remuneration

FLOs are appointed under the in a way that is similar to how ROs are appointed. Their remuneration is specified under the .

Qualifications

Statutory requirements

A FLO must be qualified as an elector (i.e., be a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years old) and must reside in the region in which he or she is to perform duties under the Canada Elections Act.

Education

Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary education program

An acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience.

Experience

Election experience as a returning officer, assistant returning officer, additional assistant returning officer or field liaison officer at the federal level, or equivalent at the provincial or territorial level, or other acceptable experience in managing election operations

Experience as a senior manager in a mid-sized or large organization with decentralized operations, including demonstrated success in leadership, team building, and managing projects, human resources, budgets as well as communications with staff, managers and stakeholders

Language

For regions outside the province of Quebec, fluency in English is essential. In the province of Quebec, fluency in French is essential. In regions where both official languages are widely used, bilingualism is required. In all other regions, bilingualism is considered an asset. Please refer to the list of regions for details.

Additional qualifications that may be used to select candidates

Ability to communicate in both official languages

As a senior manager in an organization, experience managing a staff of 20 or more and a budget of $1M or more

Knowledge and skills

Knowledge of the mandate, role and responsibilities of the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (Elections Canada) and the local Elections Canada office(s)

Knowledge of the management of projects, human resources, financial resources and communications

Knowledge of demographic groups and the social and cultural challenges in the region

Ability to provide advice to ROs so that they can implement the statutory and administrative requirements of their position

Ability to provide advice to EC on the challenges, risks and issues related to the preparations for and conduct of an election

Ability to negotiate and solve problems

Ability to work in a computerized environment

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to lead change management

Excellent interpersonal skills, i.e. diplomacy, tact, judgment, reliability, adaptability and discretion

Important considerations for appointment

Candidates should reside within the region for which the position is responsible. This criterion will be applied in the screening process.

A reference check will be made with the electoral management body with which the candidate…


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