Property and Material Officer

4211

Property and Material Officer

118,490.00 R$ plus benefits

Indeterminate

This position is an LES (Locally Engaged Staff) position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Brasilia, Brazil

Officer

LE-07

Brasilia, Brazil

07-10-2020 at 23:59 UTC+1 / GMT+1

Under the direction of the Deputy Management Consular Officer, the Property and Materials Manager: • plans and administers services related to the procurement and maintenance of the Mission’s staff quarters and Official Residence; • plans and administers activities related to interior decoration of staff quarters, and the supply and maintenance of required furnishings, equipment and appliances; • maintains contact with local real estate and construction industries, negotiates lease renewals and repair and maintenance contracts, and provides consultative services in respect to purchasing; • supervises locally-engaged staff; • prepares the annual estimates and budget input for operations and maintenance requirements; and • performs other duties.

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:
University degree from a recognized institution in a related field (including architecture, engineering, project management) or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience in a related field.

Language:
Fluency in English (oral and written); Fluency in Portuguese (oral and written).

Experience:
Minimum 4 years of recent* related work experience in property management; Minimum 2 years of recent* experience negotiating and managing contracts *Recent is defined as being within the last 7 years

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.

Knowledge:
Knowledge of property systems including electrical and plumbing systems; Knowledge of computer programs including, but not limited to, Outlook, Excel, Word and Windows Explorer

Abilities/Competencies:
Ability to work independently; Ability to work under pressure in a demanding office environment; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to lead and implement projects; Teamwork and Cooperation; Client Focus; Flexibility and Adaptability; Initiative and sound judgement; Professional integrity and discretion; Detail orientated.

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications in their cover letter and CV.

Fluency in French (oral and written). Experience with an international organization Recent experience working in a team environment supervising at least one person.

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The candidate may be required to travel and work overtime, at night or on weekends.

The appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to a Reliability Status check (RS) obtained by the Consulate. To conduct the Reliability Status check (RS), the candidate must submit the following documents upon being selected: 1. police clearance certificate; 2. professional and educational mark sheets and certificates; 3. passport; 4. certificate of Canadian citizenship (if applicable); 5. birth certificate; 6. letter(s) of reference; 7. school certificate; 8. Valid work permit (if applicable).

Open to internal and external applicants who are legal residents or citizens of Brazil, who meet all of the essential requirements stated below, and whose applications are received by the closing date. Please note that the Embassy of Canada in Brasilia, Brazil does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other irrelevant factor.

How to apply:
•Candidates are required to upload a cover letter and CV in English or French. Applications which do not include the requested documents or information in the CV or cover letter will be rejected. Any additional information must be included as part of these two attachments.
•Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to: [email protected] prior to the closing date. Failure to so will result in the application being rejected

Important Notes:
•Please do not use a tablet or cell phone to submit your application, as mobile browsers are not supported by our on-line portal. Candidates should only apply using a laptop or desktop computer.
•Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French). Candidates are entitled to participate in the recruitment process in the official language of their choice and to indicate their preferred official language in 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.
•Candidates who apply to this vacancy should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
•Reference checks will be sought for candidates that reach interview stage and may form part of the selection process.
•The Embassy of Canada in Brasilia, Brazil does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
•Candidates requiring any special assistance in attending exams or interviews are requested to inform us.
•The results of this recruitment process may also be used to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates for similar openings at the Embassy of Canada in Brasilia, Brazil which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.
•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.