An eligibility list may be established to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, term and emergency basis.

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Head of Development Section and Counsellor, assists in the planning and implementation of development assistance programmes at the mission; identifies, assesses and facilitates the negotiations of new projects; oversees management and administration of local bilateral projects; monitors and supports the implementation of bilateral programming; and performs other duties.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized university in an acceptable field such as international relations, international development, economics, sociology, political science, public administration or law.

LANGUAGE:
- Proficiency in English (reading, writing and speaking)

EXPERIENCE:
- Experience managing projects (conceptualizing, planning, implementing, budget management and evaluation);
- Experience conducting research on social development issues in China;
- Experience working with Chinese government or non-governmental organizations and international organizations.

KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of key social development and human rights issues facing in China
- Knowledge of the development programs and works of international donor organizations operating in China.
- Knowledge of CIDA's development objectives

ABILITIES:
- Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing in English;
- Strong Ability to analyze complex issues and provide balanced, evidence-based advice and recommendations to senior managers;
- Ability to plan and manage delivery of projects including Managing budget;
- Ability to work effectively independently as well as in a team Environment.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• Professional integrity and tact.
• Initiative.
• Judgment
• Reliability

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, and to travel inside the country as required.

SECURITY/RELIABILITY
• A valid "Reliability Status" security check is required prior to appointment to this position.

ASSET CRITERIA:
PREFERRED STANDING WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE CANDIDATES WHO ALSO MEET THE FOLLOWING:

EDUCATION: Master Degree

LANGUAGE:
Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (reading, writing, oral)
Proficiency in French (reading, writing and speaking)

To apply for this job, please refer to: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/china-chine/assets/pdfs/CIDAofficerJuly2010eng.DOC.

Applications in Chinese language only will not be considered. Detailed Position Description available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail, phone, mobile, etc.)