Program officers unique to government

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Advise politicians or diplomats on the social, economic and political effects of government decisions on other governments in Canada or abroad

• Explain Canadian foreign and domestic policies to governments and nationals of foreign countries, and act on behalf of Canada abroad

• Collect, monitor and analyze international pressures, issues and communications and brief on intelligence and security matters

• Plan intergovernmental meetings and conferences with officers of other municipal, provincial or federal governments

• Coordinate the logistics and administration of elections within constituencies and ensure that electoral and voting procedures are followed

• Co-ordinate administrative support services for legislative committees, royal commissions or tribunals

• Participate as a member of a board or tribunal

• Plan logistics and oversee diplomatic protocol of official visits to Canada by foreign politicians and dignitaries.

• A bachelor's degree is usually required.

• A master's degree may be required.

• Several years of experience as a researcher, consultant or program administrator may be required.