Political-Economic Officer (Communications)

Selection Process Nº: 233538-6.

Salary: 98,026 USD.

Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-time).

Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in the USA.

Job Function: Officer.

Classification: LE - O1.

Location: The Consulate General of Canada in New York.

Number of Vacancies: 1.

Closing date for application: 8 April, 2026 at 23:59 UTC/GMT -5:00.

Submit your application to: https://staffing\-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/political\-economic\-officer\-communications\-cngny\-65074a99\-en SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Consulate General of Canada in New York is hiring a Political-Economic Officer focused on Communications to work closely with the Political Economic team and other teams at the Consulate as well as with the Canadian network of Consulates in the United States and government offices in Canada to coordinate activities and initiatives related to advocacy, public diplomacy and media/social media engagement.

Under the direction of the Director or Deputy-Director, Political Economic Section, and in accordance with the international priorities of the Government of Canada and its specific objectives in the U.S., the incumbent is responsible for media engagement and monitoring, developing communications products and strategies, managing the Consulate’s social media presence, the creation and design of advocacy materials ; and other advocacy related activities including general outreach.

Core responsibilities include but are not limited to:* Creating and publishing content on the Consulate’s social media accounts, which includes content development and photo and video editing.

• Monitoring the efficacy of social media efforts by generating statistical data and reports.
• Advising on the expansion of the social media presence by keeping abreast of social media trends.
• Overseeing the creation and design of material used in advocacy campaigns online and in print.
• Monitoring regional news and trends on issues of interest to Canada throughout the Consulate General’s territory (NY, NJ, PA, DE, CT and Bermuda).
• Establishing and maintaining contacts with media organizations and journalists.
• Identifying media opportunities and managing media requests.
• Drafting communications products such as press releases and speeches.
• Developing communication approaches for Consulate events and initiatives.
• Supporting the development of the Consulate’s public outreach activities; and
• Carrying out other advocacy related duties in support of whole of Consulate priorities as required.

AREA OF SELECTION:

This selection process is open to all applicants, who are residing and legally authorized to work in USA, who meet all the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

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:* A Bachelor's Degree or Undergraduate diploma from a legally recognized University in Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Diplomacy, Marketing, Public Policy, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or Business) or a degree from a recognized university and a minimum of three years of relevant work experience.

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.* Two years cumulative experience working in an advocacy, public affairs, media relations, digital diplomacy, communications or policy-oriented sector.

• Experience in developing, planning and executing advocacy campaigns using a range of tools.
• Experience in drafting public communications products, including speeches, presentations and social media material.
• Experience conceptualizing, designing, and producing infographics, videos, photographs, invitations, and other promotional material used in advocacy campaigns.
• Experience with social media platforms, internet research, databases and Microsoft Office Suite.

Competencies:* All competencies will be assessed. All competencies must be met prior to appointment.

• Knowledge of social media trends and influencers, as well as the media environment in the United States, including in the lower Northeast region.

• Research

• Planning

• Focus on Quality and Detail

• 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.

• An advanced proficiency level in French (oral and written).
• Knowledge of North American relations, in particular Canada-US relations.
• Experience in events management (including planning, execution, tracking/reporting results and budget management).
• Experience using AI‑enabled tools (e.g., generative AI, language models, or content‑creation platforms) to support communications tasks such as drafting posts, developing messaging, conducting research, or analyzing audience engagement.

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.
• Travel: This position may require limited occasional travel domestically and-or internationally.
• Location of work: Employees must be able to work in person in the office at the Consulate General of Canada in New York.

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.

Additional Comments:

We offer a competitive salary, generous leave, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, long term disability and a retirement savings plan. Please find a summary of our benefits package and information on employment eligibility at: Jobs at our offices in the United States.

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. Canada’s strength is diversity and it has played a key role in Canada’s history and development. Because of this, the Consulate General of Canada in New York values diversity, equity and inclusion in our workforce.

HOW TO APPLY: Follow the below instructions to ensure your application can be considered.* You must submit your application to our website, https://staffing\-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/political\-economic\-officer\-communications\-cngny\-65074a99\-en. Only applications submitted to that site 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 LES-E-Recruitment-WSHDC@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 Consulate General of Canada in New York 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 Consulate General of Canada in New York 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 LES-E-Recruitment-WSHDC@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 Consulate General of Canada in New York, 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.

Submit your application to: https://staffing\-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/political\-economic\-officer\-communications\-cngny\-65074a99\-en