Health Admissibility Adjudicator, IMC

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The mission is seeking to fill a Health Admissibility Adjudicator, IMC position for the Immigration program. The position is a senior administrative support-level position of the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Medical Program. 
Under the general direction of the Regional Medical Office (RMO) Assistant Director and/or Director, the Health Admissibility Adjudicator (HAA): 

• Reviews and processes Immigration Medical Examinations (IMEs) to ensure required tests and reports are complete, investigates complex medical cases, identifies health conditions that may lead to inadmissibility on public health, safety, or excessive demand grounds, and collaborates with RMO team members and IRCC officers to deliver final medical admissibility assessments under delegated authority.
• Handles inquiries from migration officers and panel members and provides them with expert advice.
• Tracks and analyses active tuberculosis (TB) cases and other public health concerns as identified by the Migration Health Branch (MHB).
• Provides informed recommendations, medical profiles, diagnostic rationales, and precautionary restrictions to RMO team members and locally engaged physicians for review.
• Contributes to data analysis, quality assurance, and research activities including statistical reporting for submission to the RMO Assistant director/Director and MHB.
• Contributes to developing program policies, procedures, guidelines, plans, strategies, initiatives and information management systems, including monitoring and performance measurement.
• Prepares analyses, briefings, and reports on complex or unprecedented issues; and delivers presentations.
• Represents IRCC and the program in consultations, meetings, committees, and project teams with stakeholders, including medical professionals and government officials.
• Responds to inquiries and consults with medical professionals, and stakeholders to share information on IRCC's mandates and standards; investigates complex IME cases; and works with migration officers and panel members to resolve issues in the IME process.
• Maintains communication with management, and program assistants at missions and headquarters to strengthen program integrity, quality, and efficiency.
• Provides functional advice, guidance, coaching, and mentoring to program assistants, and clarifies medical-related operational policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Keeps up to date on emerging health trends and issues in Canada and internationally, including diseases like TB, HIV, and syphilis; anticipates evolving client and stakeholder needs; and builds and maintains knowledge of immigrant health and medical sector issues and service trends.

AREA OF SELECTION

This selection process is open to all applicants, who are residing and legally authorized to work in India, including Embassy employees, Canada-based staff spouses and their dependent children of at least 16 years of age, who meet all the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date.  

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or other factor. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada's missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

All essential qualifications will be assessed. Methods of assessments and screening of candidates may include but are not limited to: verification of credentials, resume and letters of presentation; interviews, exams and practical tests; presentations or other types of assessments. 

Education

This position requires:

• Bachelor's Nursing Degree recognized by the Professional licensing body (an equivalent nursing degree from an accredited university in another country may be considered) with a license to practise in India.

Note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their education

Language

The Following languages and proficiency levels are required for this job. Candidates will be formally assessed or requested to provide proof of certification on these levels. 

• An advanced proficiency level (reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking) in English.

Experience

In order to perform the duties relevant to this job, the following experience is required.

• At least two (2) years' experience in clinical health care in a hospital setting.

OR

• One (1) year experience in clinical health care, with an additional one (1) year experience in a public health program, community health program, and/or health research program.

Competencies

All competencies will be assessed. All competencies must be met prior to appointment. 

• Knowledge of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), specifically, Section 38
• Knowledge of tuberculosis management
• Knowledge of the management of common chronic diseases
• Knowledge of MS-Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
• Initiative and Action Oriented
• Written Communications
• Oral Interaction
• Working with Others and Horizontal Leadership
• Innovation and Change Management
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Judgment and Discretion

*For more information on competencies:Competency Dictionary

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

• Intermediate proficiency in French (reading and writing)
• At least 3 years' experience in clinical health care related to the medical management of tuberculosis and/or chronic diseases.
• Master of Science in Nursing
• Master's degree in administration, Public Administration, or Health Service Administration.
• Master's degree in public health, Epidemiology and Statistics, Infectious Diseases.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Operational requirements will be assessed on a meet/does not meet basis and can be used to determine right fit of a candidate for the position.

• **Hours of Work:**Normal hours of work of work for this position are in accordance with Locally-Engaged Staff regulations of 37.5 hours per week.
• Overtime: Willingness to work overtime on short notice.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position. They are to be maintained throughout the employment period.

• Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
• Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada.
• Have and maintain a valid Professional Nursing License.
• Meet the employer's medical requirements by undergoing a medical evaluation by a physician.

HOW TO APPLY

Follow the below instructions to ensure your application can be considered. 

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the above job poster.
• You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the qualifications of the vacancy. You must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the qualification in each question box. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may (or may not) be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to CSDPIP.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCIP@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
• ***If you are in a partially or fully qualified pool for a similar position with our mission, please include the process number and all relevant details in your application.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Carefully review the following:

• Please note that the High Commission of Canada to India does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.
• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates.
• Please note that the High Commission of Canada to India does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated (during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at CSDPIP.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCIP@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation***(a modification made to the standard assessment conditions, allowing individuals with disabilities to demonstrate their abilities on an assessment by removing barriers related to their specific needs*****)**. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the High Commission of Canada to India,  which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
• The Government of Canada has established a multiple step salary scale as well as Terms and Conditions tailored to each country's local labor environment. The Government of Canada does not negotiate salaries. Competitive benefits in line with local practices for each country are also provided in the gross compensation package.