Policy Analyst Recruitment and Development Program

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Natural Resources Canada is looking  for talented and motivated professionals to join the Policy Analyst Recruitment and Development Program (PARDP).

Do you :

  • Want to make a difference?
  • Have a keen interest in public policy or economics?
  • Thrive for teamwork?
  • Strive for excellence?

You Can Do It Here!

What is PARDP?

  • The Policy Analyst Recruitment and Development Program (PARDP) is NRCan’s signature accelerated development program
  • Network of Masters and Ph.D. graduates who share a strong interest in public policy and strengthen NRCan's capacity in policy and economic analysis
  • Program participants develop skills and knowledge necessary to become leaders in natural resources policy
  • All positions are currently located in the National Capital Region

Program Highlights

  • Rotational assignments with different NRCan sectors
  • Accelerated development - EC-02 to EC-05*
  • PARDP on-boarding and departmental on-boarding
  • Mentoring program
  • Continuous learning:
    • Official language training opportunities
    • Professional development
    • Strong professional and social networks

*Recruits must meet all program requirements to advance and graduate from the program

Rotational Assignments

  • Allow participants to:
    • assume diverse assignments
    • gain knowledge about how NRCan works
    • make informed decisions about individual career paths within NRCan
  • Assignments are available in the NRCan sectors:
    • Energy
    • Innovation and Energy Technology
    • Canadian Forest Service
    • Minerals and Metals
    • Earth Sciences
    • Science and Policy Integration
    • Major Projects Management Office
    • Public Affairs and Portfolio Management

What Participants are Saying:

Mary Outhwaite, Policy and Performance Analyst, Canadian Forest Service, PARDP Graduate

  • Knowing that I am working to enrich the lives of Canadians is very rewarding
  • The program has provided me with a very strong network, endless opportunities for personal and professional development and with the confidence to move forward in my career in the Public Service.
  • The unique rotational assignments PARDP offers recruits the opportunity to gain a comprehensive knowledge of natural resource issues.  From the high-level intergovernmental issues I worked on in the Science and Policy Integration Sector, to the more specific issues I worked on in the Energy Sector, I have been exposed to many of the issues facing resource based communities in Canada and internationally.

Jeffrey Philips, Policy Advisor to the Deputy Minister, PARDP Graduate

  • The most appealing part of PARDP to me is the instant network of colleagues and friends.  As you advance in your career, you come to really rely on this network as an integral part of your job. 
  • Like any other development program, you get out of it what you put in. 

Michael de la Mothe, PARDP Policy Analyst

  • My progress has been supplemented by opportunities to better my language skills and enhance my corporate knowledge through departmental networks.
  • As an analyst at NRCan, my development has been spurred by challenging and interesting files that have an impact on the day to day lives’ of Canadians.
  • All of this would not have been possible without the support I received from my management who have allowed me to take on learning opportunities when they have presented themselves.

What Managers are Saying

“As a manager, the Policy Analyst Recruitment and Development Program (PARDP) is one of my key sources to find talented policy analysts and economists.  Over a dozen PARDP participants have worked in my team, making significant contributions to our economic policy research priorities.  The energy and expertise they bring to the group are wonderful.  The PARDP recruits benefit from working with colleagues who take pride in sharing their knowledge.  It's a win-win situation!.” 

Director, Economic Analysis

“I rely heavily on the Policy Analyst Recruitment and Development Program to inject energy and ideas into my team. More than 50% of the people I have recruited over the past 5 years have come from this Program, and I have never been disappointed.  Each one has demonstrated an eagerness to learn and take on challenges. I have put my trust in them, and been rewarded with several important contributions to my work on major natural resource projects, as well as positive contributions to the workplace environment." 

Director, Operations Western Canada,
Major Projects Management Office

What We Offer

  • Collaborative community of policy analysts and economists
  • Full-time, permanent federal government employment
  • Starting salary at EC-02 (from $50,122)
  • Graduate* at EC-05 (from $70,614)
  • Competitive compensation and benefits

*Subject to successfully meeting performance evaluation objectives

Location, location, location!

The National Capital Region: A great place to work, a great place to live…

  • Canada’s historic Capital: A cosmopolitan, bilingual environment with endless activities, events and festivals
  • Nature at your doorstep: Skiing or hiking in the Gatineau Park, over 170 kilometres of recreational pathways and skating along the “world’s largest skating rink” are just a few of the outdoor activities that Ottawa has to offer
  • Young and vibrant multi-cultural community
  • Ottawa ranks as one of the world’s top cities for its quality of life!

Program Requirements

Education:

  • Graduation with a Master’s Degree / PhD with an acceptable specialization in Economics, Sociology or Statistics.

Candidates must also demonstrate:

  • Initiative
  • Judgment
  • Collaboration
  • Dependability
  • Flexibility

You Can Do It Here!

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