Selection Process Number:

10795001-C

Location of Position:

Ottawa, ON

Job Status:

Anticipatory

Job Category:

Business Analysis

Directorate:

Common Administrative Services (CASD)

Division:

Information and Innovation Solutions (IIS)

Number of Positions Being Staffed:

1

Classification:

GR-06

Security Clearance Required:

Reliability

Salary:

$77,206 to $93,108

Language Requirements:

Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Open To:

Anyone legally entitled to work in Canada who is currently residing in Canada.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid model / Modèle hybride

Closing Date:

October 1, 2025

Special posting considerations:
What you need to know

• The intention of this process is to establish a pool of partially and fully qualified candidates that may be used to staff indeterminate or term positions at NSERC and SSHRC.
• This position falls within a directorate that provides common services to two funding agencies: the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC).

Who we are

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) is Canada’s largest funder of science and engineering. A career at NSERC means supporting the visionaries, explorers and innovators who are searching for the scientific and technical breakthroughs that will advance knowledge, improve the lives of Canadians and transform the world for the better.

At the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), we bring together the research community, as well as the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, in contributing knowledge, talent and expertise to build a better future for Canada and the world. SSHRC is seeking talented professionals passionate about Canadian research and the value it brings to society.

Visit our career page at NSERC or SSHRC to learn more about why you should join our agency.

What you will do

As a Business Analyst , your responsibilities will include:

The successful candidate will be following best practices in business analysis and product management, in order to facilitate the transformation of the Councils’ business processes from the initiative intake to delivery of solution. They will define, document, and validate the business requirements and processes and conduct options analysis for use in the development, user acceptance, and implementation of technology and business solutions. They will acts as the facilitator between business partners and solution providers.

What you need to succeed

Education

• Successful completion of a post-secondary educational program in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or Business Administration, or in a field of study related to the position, OR an acceptable combination of education, training, or experience.
• Certificate or Certification in Business Analysis (e.g. Associate’s or Advanced Certificate in BA, Certified Business Analysis Professional CBAP). - an asset
• Certificate or Certification in Product Management (e.g. Certified Product Manager, Certified Scrum Product Owner, Agile Certified Product Manager and Product Owner). - an asset
• Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards

Experience

• Experience in consulting with internal or external stakeholders relating to business or operational issues;
• Experience developing and maintaining working relationships and partnerships with stakeholders and clients.
• Experience in documenting functional and non-functional requirements.
• Experience in Agile (Scrum, Lean, Kanban) software delivery
• Experience in working with User-Centered Design (UCD) – an asset
• Experience with the administration of grants and contributions – an asset

Knowledge

• Knowledge of business analysis techniques and best practices.
• Knowledge of the Government of Canada Policy Framework for Information Management and Information Technology including the GC Digital Standards; - an asset
• Knowledge of the research community and of the university setting in Canada – an asset
• Knowledge of the policies, administrative regulations governing the structure, management and operation of the grants/fellowships programs administered by the granting Councils – an asset

Competencies

• Analytical Thinking (analysis and problem-solving)

• Ability to work within tight timelines and adapt to changing priorities

• Effective oral and written communication in both official languages

• Demonstrate initiative and being action-oriented to achieve results

• Work effectively with others

• Service orientation and delivery

Equity, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment to create a workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

We welcome all candidates, and encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis and Inuit), veterans, persons with disabilities, Black and other racialized persons, persons of ethnic origins, diverse religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Accommodation

Let our team know if you require accommodation or support during the recruitment process by contacting us at recruiting-recrutement@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.

If you require additional information on the position, please contact us at recruiting-recrutement@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.