Government of Canada 2021 Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) Program Application Form

Published: 27 Oct 2020 2,264 views

Do you want to immerse yourself in important and exciting work that matters to Canadians? Are you passionate about making a difference to current Canadian policy files? Apply today to be a part of a dynamic public policy network and to access opportunities in a number of domains such as: gender equality, climate change, health care and much more.

Aspiring to shape Canada’s domestic or international policies and programs? A career awaits for you. The Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) program focuses on recruiting exceptional professionals with diverse achievements and experience into mid and senior-level policy positions across the Government of Canada.

Each year, the Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) program seeks talented and accomplished academics, scientists and professionals. The RPL program offers you a unique opportunity to launch directly into stimulating and diverse careers in the federal public service and to make a difference to the lives of Canadians.

Candidates may also be considered for other opportunities at various levels across the Government of Canada.

Government of Canada Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) Program

Application Deadline	November 9, 2020
Country to study	Canada
Type	Postgraduate
Sponsor	Government of Canada
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of Government of Canada Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) Program

1. Access opportunities that align with your interests and fields of expertise, in a variety of government departments
2. Work with a mentor to help you network and guide you through the job search and hiring process
3. Have your academic record and professional experience recognized
4. Be part of a professional network that thrives on challenges and is eager to tackle Canada’s most critical public policy questions
5. Take part in orientation sessions and regular social events, connecting you to other successful candidates and learning opportunities

Selected candidates join the public service in intermediate level roles, typically as senior policy analysts (EC-5 to EC-7, or equivalent groups and levels)

Requirements for Government of Canada Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) Program

As part of the application process you will be asked to respond to pre-screening questions about the requirements listed below:

1. Education: You must have obtained by December 31, 2020 from a recognized university, a Master’s or a Doctoral degree in any discipline, or a law degree complemented by another undergraduate degree in any discipline.
2. Academic excellence or distinctions: You must have obtained a record of academic excellence or a distinction.
3. This record of academic excellence or distinction must have been obtained through:
   1. Scholarships, such as: Trudeau, Rhodes, Fullbright, or Canada’s three federal granting agencies (Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC); or
   2. Academic prizes or recognitions, such as: the Governor General’s Academic Medal (Gold or Silver), merit awards, departmental or university awards or admission to internationally competitive academic programs; or
   3. Other academic distinction or achievement that demonstrate comparable levels of domestic or international academic excellence or achievement; or
   4. Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
4. Degree equivalency
5. Experience: You must have acquired relevant policy experience in at least one (1) of the following fields: economics, political, legal, social or scientific.
6. This policy experience must have been acquired through:
   1. Work experience; or
      Research, studies, presentations or publications; or
      Program or policy development or implementation; or
      Managerial experience with non-governmental organizations, voluntary organizations, government, businesses, consulting firms, think tanks or universities.
7. You must also have participated in activities in which you have either taken a leadership role, or demonstrated initiative, which brought about positive change in a community through:
   1. Voluntary service to a community (e.g. student government, voluntary or not-for-profit sector); or
   2. Personal accomplishment or initiative (e.g. high-level sporting or cultural achievement, founding a business or other organization); or
   3. Receipt of community recognition through awards, prizes or other public acknowledgement for non-academic, non-professional achievement or contribution.
8. Various language requirements

Selection Process

The RPL program assesses candidates on the following requirements:

1. Knowledge of Canada’s public policy environment, its challenges and priorities.
2. Analytical thinking
3. Values and Ethics
4. Ability to communicate effectively orally
5. Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Effective interpersonal relations
Judgement
Creativity
Initiative/Leadership

Application Deadline

November 9, 2020

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Government of Canada on emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca to apply