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Beijing – Senior Investment Officer, Alberta Office

 

Competition Number: 2023-LES-ALB-01

Position Title: Senior Investment Officer, Alberta Office

Classification Level: LE-O2
Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-time)
Starting Annual Gross Salary:  RMB 401,313 (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; employer social insurance contributions are paid on top of the gross salary; salary is non-negotiable)

Work location: Beijing

Closing Date:  February 12, 2023, at midnight Beijing time

 

Summary of Duties:  

Under the general supervision of Invest Alberta Managing Director, Greater China, the incumbent is responsible for developing and delivering the Invest Alberta Investment attraction mandate for the Alberta Office co-located in the Embassy of Canada in Beijing. The main duties of the position include:

- Plan and shape business development strategies to attract investments from foreign companies and facilitate Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into the province of Alberta;

- Gather and share market intelligence and develop client engagement strategies and tactics;

- Provide strategic advice and expertise on local business opportunities and local networks to help Alberta-based clients and exporters implement their strategies successfully;

- Research and analyse the local political and economic context of the market; develop and update market overview documentations on emerging trends and opportunities;

- Prepare and deliver general and sector-specific presentations at seminars, conferences and promotional events;

- Organize, lead and manage inbound & outbound missions & promotional events;

- Develop and maintain strong relationship with clients and stakeholders; works collaboratively with the Office and its headquarters, and other partners;

- Perform other duties as required.

Who can apply:

This position is open to applicants residing in China at the time of appointment who meet all essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in China.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. 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.

Essential Qualifications:

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience. Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications. *Language will be assessed further during the process. 

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree from a university, OR an acceptable equivalent through the combination of education, training and work experience related to the duties and competences required by the position

Language:

· Advanced level of English (reading, writing, listening and speaking)

· Advanced level of Mandarin (reading, writing, listening and speaking)

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in each of the following:

o Experience in international business development, trade promotion, and/or investment attraction;

o Experience managing client and stakeholder relationships and in providing business service support;

o Experience in project management;

o Experience in providing strategic advice, briefings, and written reports to management and/or clients on international business issues

• Experience in working and/or liaising with government department, agencies and local companies

Rated Requirements 

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview online, in-person, role-play, practical tests, and/or presentations.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the factors that influence investment, expansion and relocation and aftercare decisions for investors

• Knowledge of the role of governments in facilitating international trade and investment

• Knowledge of key economic sectors, businesses, opportunities, central/provincial/municipal government, and ministries as well as the trade and regulatory environment in China

Abilities/skills:

• Ability to write effective business correspondence, reports and briefing notes in English

• Ability to secure, prepare, conduct, and provide follow-up to business development meetings with exporters and investors

• Ability to conduct research, analyze information, provide strategic advice and make recommendation to clients and stakeholders

• Ability to develop, plan and coordinate trade events and business missions

Competencies:

• Client Focus

• Effective Interactive Communication

• Effectiveness/Achievement Orientation

• Initiative

• Judgment

• Networking/Alliance Building

Asset Qualifications: 

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications. 

• Experience working in the field of foreign direct investment (FDI)

• Experience working in a diplomatic mission or intergovernmental organization

• Knowledge of Alberta’s key economic sectors, businesses, geographic regions, economic strengths, and interests in China

• Experience in managing inbound and outbound missions and delegation

Operational Requirement: 

• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required, sometimes on short notice 

• Ability to travel as required

Conditions of Employment 

Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period. The mission can only facilitate working visas for Canadian citizens 

Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period 

How to apply: 

 

Please click the link https://staffing-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/senior-investment-officer-alberta-office-bejing-108807-en to submit your application.  

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date. 

• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form and CV. Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster 

• Candidates will be required to upload a CV in English or French.

• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to BEJINGChinaHRRecruitment@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected. 

 Important Notes 

• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French). 

• The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English. 

• Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments. 

• Please note that the Embassy of Canada to China does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs. 

• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need any special arrangements during any phase of the evaluation process (such as special equipment for candidates with physical conditions, etc.), please contact us at BEJINGChinaHRRecruitment@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.   

• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Embassy of Canada in Beijing which might arise following the completion of this selection process. 

• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada. 

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