COMPETITION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Human Resources Section wishes to announce a staffing process for a position of Trade Commissioner (Investment) at the LE-09 level within the Embassy of Canada in Mexico. The results of this competition may also be used to staff similar positions at the same level.
Job Description (summary):
Working in the international business development team of the Embassy of Canada in Mexico, under the general direction of the Senior Trade Commissioner, the incumbent is an investment officer acting as the focal point responsible for liaising with foreign companies based in Mexico to facilitate Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Canada. The incumbent is responsible for the facilitation of large scale Greenfield and expansion investments in Canada.
General Information:
Open to:All persons meeting the basic requirements and currently possessing the right to work in Mexico on an indeterminate basis.
Please note that this external process is open to all persons legally residing in Mexico and who are legally able to work in Mexico.
Closing date:July 30, 2018 at 23:59, Mexico City time
Start date:To be confirmed
Level and Salary:Level 9 (Base salary at step 1) = 738,010.00 MXN pesos per year (37.5 hours / week)
Please Note:The eligibility list from this competition may be used for openings at the same level for indeterminate and temporary opportunities within the Canadian Diplomatic Mission in Mexico. When you submit your application, you must specify if you wish to be considered for both types of employment.
Benefit package:
Schedule of 37.5 hours per week
Paid overtime
Fifteen days of vacation leave per year during the first two years and then it increases to twenty days (prorated)
Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo) of one month of base salary (prorated)
Vacation Premium of 50% (prorated)
Saving Fund - ceiling 13%
Private life, dental and medical insurance (major and minor expenses)
Pension fund
IMSS enrollment.
Conditions of employment
Any offer is subject to the obtainment of the required security clearance
Statement of Essential Qualifications:
Candidates are required to clearly demonstrate how they meet the screening requirements (education and experience) in their cover letter and CV.
Only those candidates who are screened into the process will be contacted with details of further assessment.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree (“Título”) from a recognized university in a field related to the position, including but not limited to: commerce, finance, and economic
EXPERIENCE
At least four years of recent* and significant** experience in business development or foreign direct investment attraction
Experience in managing client and stakeholder relationships and in providing client service/support to customers/clients
Experience in providing strategic advice, briefings, and written reports to management and/or clients on international business issues
Recent experience is defined as experience obtained within the last 5 years.
Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally obtained during the course of at least three years of work in a similar role.
Rated Requirements:
Candidates must also meet the Rated Requirements shown below, which will be assessed through any of the following: written test, oral communication, roleplay, interviews and reference checks. All qualifications are non-compensatory.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Fluency (oral and written business communication) in Spanish and one of Canada’s official languages (English or French) is essential.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the role of governments in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Knowledge of the factors that influence investment, expansion and relocation decisions, and of Canada’s value proposition for investors
Knowledge of trends and recent developments in the Canadian and Mexican economy
Knowledge of Mexico’s economic, industrial and business infrastructure and key players, marketing methods, distribution channels and local business practices
COMPETENCIES
Professional and personal integrity
Sound judgement
Strong client focus
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Teamwork and cooperation.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Initiative
Results-orientation
Solid networking ability
SKILLS
Ability to secure, prepare for, conduct, and provide follow-up to an investment outcall
Ability to build a network of relevant contacts in areas related to the position
Ability to analyze information and provide strategic advice
Ability to use standard office suite applications (e.g. work processing, internet, e-mail, spreadsheet, database, presentations)
Ability to independently and effectively set and maintain priorities, and work on simultaneous projects with minimum direction and tight deadlines
Assets:
Good communication skills in Canada’s other official language
Experience in project management
Experience in using social media tools for promotion and/or to generate new business opportunities
A Master’s Degree or higher in a subject area related to the duties of the position
Operational Requirements
Reliability Status
Work schedule is subject to changes and overtime after hours and on weekends, and travel within Mexico and abroad might be required.
Occasional travel within Mexico and abroad (mostly Canada). Candidate must have a valid passport and have a valid visa to Canada or demonstrate the willingness to get one.
Conditions of employment
Please note that this external process is open to all persons legally residing in Mexico and who are legally able to work in Mexico.
Candidates must meet the conditions of employment prior to appointment and maintain the above conditions of employment throughout their employment
Procedure
Interested candidates must forward, before the closing deadline, an e-mail containing the following two attachments, preferably in Word to Human Resources (**********):
An up-to-date electronic version of their Résumé, in English or French;
A properly formatted letter, in English or French: (a) indicating that they are interested in this specific position, quoting the job poster number and title, (b) confirming that they have carefully read this job poster and (c) detailing how they meet each of the points under the statement of qualifications;
Particular attention will be given to spelling, punctuation, writing and formatting of the cover letter;
Please indicate in your motivation letter if you want to be considered for indeterminate and/or temporary opportunities.
Please Note:
We will only acknowledge candidates who are screened into this competition.
Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email);
Candidates screened into this competition will be invited to further assessment;
Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals will be subject to Canadian income tax deductions;
Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education degree.
