Designated Migration Officer – LE-08/09

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Designated Migration Officer – LE-08/09

SGD 82,386 per annum with benefit package (please see Other Information)

Indeterminate

This position is a LES (Locally Engaged Staff) Anticipatory-staffing, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in the High Commission of Canada in Singapore

Officer

LE-08 / LE-09 (Starting at LE-08, please see Conditions of Employment)

High Commission of Canada in Singapore

31-12-2020 at 23:59 UTC/GMT

Under the general direction of a Canada-based Officer, a Designated Immigration Officer:
• Exercises delegated authority and discretion when making decisions in accordance with legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines and procedures in approving, granting, rejecting or refusing applications for permanent or temporary resident entry to Canada.
• Conducts interviews of temporary resident / permanent resident applicants.
• Participates in promotion and recruitment activities, project teams, and working groups.
• Composes correspondence, prepares statistics, reports, briefings and presentations.
• Provides and explains policies and procedures to clients, their representatives, partners and other stakeholders in person, by telephone and in writing.
• Reports information on trends of misrepresentation or non-compliance.
• Interprets or translates interviews, documents, and other material as required.
• Supervises staff, conducts performance management and may be involved in staffing exercises.

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, experience and language. Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter and CV how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

Education:
• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university

Language:
• Excellent ability in oral and written English

Experience:
• A minimum of four years’ work experience in an office environment including a minimum of two years’ work experience using knowledge of regulations, legislation, or other rules or guidelines to:
o Analyse cases and make recommendations or decisions, OR;
o Understand client enquiries and provide technical or expert advice

Rated Requirements:
The Rated Requirements relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies will also be assessed. Methods of assessment may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview, role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Abilities:
• Ability to analyse problems, conduct research, identify key variables, and make logical decisions
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
• Ability to use office programs and to navigate the internet

Competencies:
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Professional integrity and discretion
• Sound judgement
• Dependability
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Attention to detail and able to follow instructions
• Cross-cultural sensitivity
• Focus on client service

Asset Qualifications:
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally in French
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally in Vietnamese or Bengali

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Operational Requirements (full time, 37.5 hrs / week)
• Hours of work: Mondays-Thursday: 08:00 to 16:30;
• Fridays: 08:00 to 13:30;
• Must be able and willing to work overtime, as operationally required;
• Must be able and willing to travel internationally (regionally) on a regular basis
• Please note the High Commission operates a schedule of public holidays according to a combination of Singaporean and Canadian dates, which means you will be required to work on certain Singaporean holidays.

Condition of Employment:
The successful candidate must:
• Be able to work legally in Singapore at the time of application. Please note that the High Commission of Canada in Singapore does not sponsor any Employment Pass applications to the Ministry of Manpower.
• Have a valid “Reliability Status”. A security check is required prior to appointment as well as a medical examination. The required level of security clearance must be maintained throughout the employment period;

The successful candidate will initially join at the LE-08 Immigration Program Officer level. Following one year of supervised training and the successful completion of a multi-week course, the employee will be granted decision-making authority and be expected to work independently and perform the full range of duties as a Designated Immigration Officer.

This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work without restrictions in Singapore, who meet all the essential requirements below, and whose applications are received before the closing date. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

How to Apply:

• Applications must be submitted through this website by 31 December 2020 23:59 Singapore time.

• Only applications received through the aforementioned website before the closing date will be accepted.

• Applicants must send a résumé and cover letter in English or French which addresses each of the essential qualifications and any assets qualifications with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

• Candidates must provide their valid NRIC/FIN number with their application.

• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

• We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact those who pass the initial screening.

Other Information:
• Please note that the Canadian Government does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interview nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.

• Benefit package includes:
a. Paid overtime;
b. Eighteen (18) days of paid vacation leave per year for fewer than 10 years of service and Twenty-Two (22) days of paid vacation leave per year for 10 or more years of service;
c. Bonus is one and a half month of base salary (prorated) payable in December;
d. Contributions to Central Provident Fund Board; and,
e. Insurance coverage for clinical, specialist, hospitalisation, dental and term life.

• Applicants who fail to confirm their attendance at our written exam and/or interview will be considered withdrawn from the process.

• If candidates need any special assistance in terms of attending exams or interviews, then please let us know at [email protected] during the application process.

• This competitive staffing process may be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates for this position and/or similar positions with various tenures, including indeterminate and term at the High Commission of Canada in Singapore which may arise in the 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process. If the selected candidate is already an active Locally-Engaged Staff (LES) employee, the eligibility list may also be used for assignments or acting appointments.