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Directors of the Board, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited,

Appointment Opportunities

We know that our country is stronger and our government more effective when decision-makers reflect Canada’s diversity. Moving forward, the Government of Canada will use an appointment process that is transparent and merit-based, strives for gender parity, and ensures that Indigenous Canadians and minority groups are properly represented in positions of leadership. We will continue to search for Canadians who reflect the values that we all embrace: inclusion, honesty, fiscal prudence, and generosity of spirit. Together, we will build a government as diverse as Canada.

The overarching goal of the Minister of Natural Resources is to ensure that our resource sector remains a source of jobs, prosperity, and opportunity within the context of a world that increasingly values sustainable practices and low carbon processes.

The Government of Canada is currently seeking applications from diverse and talented Canadians from across the country who are interested in the following positions:

Directors of the Board (part-time positions)

Atomic Energy of Canada Limited

As a federal Crown corporation, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited’s mandate is to enable nuclear science and technology and fulfill Canada’s radioactive waste and decommissioning responsibilities. Atomic Energy of Canada Limited delivers its mandate through long-term contracts with the private-sector for the management and operation of its sites.

Atomic Energy of Canada Limited receives federal funding to deliver on its mandate and reports to Parliament through the Minister of Natural Resources. It also leverages the unique capabilities at its sites to support industry and other third parties on commercial terms.

A director of the Board is primarily responsible for fostering the long-term success of the Atomic Energy of Canada Limited. They are responsible for participating in meetings of the Board of Directors and in any committee of the Board to which they have been appointed. A director is responsible for reviewing Board materials in preparation for meetings and bringing their nuclear, technical, contract management, human resources, legal, communications or financial experience and expertise to bear on the issues before the Board of Directors. A director also fulfills the mandate of the Board of Directors, including (i) the provision of guidance on, and oversight of, the management of the businesses, activities, and other affairs of the corporation and (ii) the ongoing assessment of the Chief Executive Officer’s performance.

Further details about the organization and its activities can be found on the Atomic Energy of Canada Limited's website.

Candidates must apply online by October 21, 2016 via the Governor in Council website. Your cover letter should be addressed to the Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet (Senior Personnel), Privy Council Office, and should be sent only through the on-line application.

Per diem: $470 - $555

Annual Retainer: $6,100 - $7,200

Official Languages and Diversity

The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency and diversity in assessing candidates for these positions. You are therefore encouraged to include in your online profile your ability to speak and understand your second official language. Preference may be given to candidates who are members of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

To be considered for one of these positions, please provide examples from your career that clearly demonstrate how you meet the following requirements in your application:

Education and Experience

• A degree from a recognized university or an acceptable combination of education, job-related training and/or experience;
• A degree in business/commerce, economics, accounting, engineering, human resources, communications, finance, public administration or law would be considered an asset;
• Management experience at the senior executive level in a private or public sector organization, including a board of directors, or acceptable equivalent experience;
• Experience in a highly regulated or high-hazard industry with a broad and complex set of stakeholders;
• Experience building relationships, promoting partnerships and working with Indigenous groups and communities, or other stakeholder groups in Canada; and
• Experience in any of the following would be considered an asset:
  1. Experience in the development, oversight, or implementation of Government-owned, Contractor-operated type arrangements; or
  2. Experience working with or in government, Crown corporations and/or regulatory agencies; or
  3. Experience with developing, managing, or implementing highly incentivized, large, complex, multi-year, high-value contracts requiring the use of significant commercial/business judgment to, among other things, secure value for money; or
  4. Experience in the Canadian or international nuclear sector.

If you are selected for an interview, the following criteria will be assessed:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the mandate and activities of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited and the legislative framework within which it operates, along with the regulatory and business environments within which it operates;
• Knowledge of the structure and operation of the Canadian nuclear industry;
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a board of directors;
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of sound governance and business practices;
• Ability to work effectively with senior industry, non-government and government officials;
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior industry stakeholders, senior government officials, as well as non-government and community officials and the media;
• Ability to oversee and make decisions on complex financial matters, as well as highly technical issues;
• Ability to work with and in situations involving ambiguity; and
• Ability to advance comprehensive and proactive communications strategies, including public outreach, media and networking activities.

Language Requirements

Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.

If you move on to the next stage of the selection process, we will contact your references to verify how you have demonstrated the Experience requirements and the following Personal Attributes in your current and recently held positions:

• High ethical standards, integrity and impartiality
• Sound judgment
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Tact and diplomacy
• Leadership and collegiality

Eligibility Factors and Conditions of Employment

In your application, it will be important that you confirm you meet the following requirements:

• You must be willing to travel to Ottawa, Chalk River, and Port Hope, Ontario as well as Pinawa, Manitoba to attend Board and committee meetings on a regular basis throughout the year.

If you are appointed to one of these positions:

You must comply with the Ethical and Political Activity Guidelines for Public Office Holders throughout your appointment as a term and condition of employment. The guidelines are available on the Governor in Council Appointments Web site, under Forms and reference material.

You will be subject to the Conflict of Interest Act. For more information, please visit the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner’s website.

A link to this notice will be placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates for these positions. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment.

A roster of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar opportunities.