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Chairperson, Ridley Terminals Inc.,

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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 for the Minister of Transport is to ensure that Canada’s transportation system supports our ambitious economic growth and job creation agenda.

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

Chairperson (part-time position)

Ridley Terminals Inc.

Ridley Terminals Inc. is a Crown corporation located in Prince Rupert, British Columbia. Ridley Terminals Inc. owns and operates a world class marine bulk handling terminal, which provides continuous, high quality and high performance rail car unloading, product storage and vessel loading services. The Terminal plays a key role in the movement of coal and other bulk commodities from Northern British Columbia and Northern Alberta to Asia.

The Chairperson of Ridley Terminals Inc. is responsible for the governance and oversight of the Corporation’s activities, business performance as well as its strategic policy direction. The Chairperson presides over the activities of the Board of Directors and provides leadership in all aspects of the Board’s work. The Corporation reports to Parliament through the Minister of Transport.

Further details about the organization and its activities can be found on the Ridley Terminals Inc.'s website.

Candidates must apply online by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 8, 2017, via the Governor in Council Appointments 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 online application.

Per diem: $220 - $260

Annual Retainer: $5,700 - $6,700

Official Languages and Diversity

The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency and diversity in assessing candidates for this position. 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 this position, 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 in a relevant field of study or an acceptable combination of equivalent education, job-related training and/or experience;
• Experience serving as a member of a board of directors for a public or private sector organization or as a senior executive answerable to stakeholders in the public or private sector;
• Experience in implementing modern corporate governance principles and best practices in a culture of accountability and transparency;
• Experience in managing human and financial resources;
• Experience in dealing with senior representatives of different levels of Government, the private sector and Indigenous communities;
• Experience building relationships, promoting partnerships and working with Indigenous groups, Indigenous communities would be considered an asset;
• Experience in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with business partners and other key stakeholders; and
• Experience in the transportation sector or business community (preferably marine or rail).

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Corporation’s mandate, mission, strategic priorities, and business activities including the bulk commodities market and the transportation industry, preferably related to the marine sector;
• Knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the Chairperson, the Board of Directors and the President and Chief Executive Officer including fundamental accountabilities to the Government of Canada as shareholder;
• Knowledge of the public policy environment facing a Crown corporation, and a general understanding of the legislative environment in which it operates, including the Financial Administration Act;
• Knowledge of financial and human resources management;
• Knowledge of corporate governance and best practices;
• Knowledge of strategic corporate planning, monitoring, and evaluation of corporate performance;
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, public institutions, senior government officials and other organizations;
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with the Minister, the Deputy Minister, and the Corporation’s business partners and stakeholders;
• Ability to anticipate emerging issues and lead organizational change; and
• Ability to foster debate and discussion among Board members to facilitate consensus.

Language Proficiency

• 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:

• Sound judgment
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Superior leadership and interpersonal skills
• Tact and diplomacy
• Strategic thinker

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 chair Board meetings. The Chairperson sits as an ex-officio member with voting rights on all committees of the Board. The Board also meets by teleconference several times per year, as required.

If you are appointed to this position:

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 website, 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.