BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Band 3 base position

Job Overview
The Senior Manager, Global Markets contributes to and organizes the operational delivery of Ministry programs, services and initiatives for trade and investment between British Columbia and China and provides guidance and oversight of BC’s Trade and Investment offices in China.  The position provides expert knowledge of key market-focused customs and organizations, including how business is done and approaches that can succeed in each market. The position also supports government missions and delegations travelling for economic development, investment and trade purposes.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree and a minimum of three (3) years of recent, related experience in the following:

  • Experience in business development and client management in an international context. 

  • Experience providing written advice (briefing notes, memos, reports, presentations) to executive level leaders in the private or public sector.

  • Experience establishing collaborative relationships with a variety of business and government leaders.

  • Experience in team management; contract management; financial management; and leading multi-party negotiations.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
   

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Proficiency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese (reading, writing, listening and speaking).

• Experience working in a related field in a Canadian government (federal, provincial, territorial) or relevant internationally focused organizations.

For questions regarding this position, please contact rosabelle.doyle@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until September 24, 2027, with the possibility of extension and/or the position becoming permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required. 
This position is excluded from union membership.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application.  The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.