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Foreign Language Communications Analyst

Job ID796938611
CompanyCSIS
LocationOttawa
ProvinceOntario
Date Posted2018-05-06
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryMiscellaneous
Description
Closing Date 2019-07-10
Reference Number 15-968-07-060
Job Category Experienced
Who Can Apply Canadian Citizens

Location

Ottawa, Ontario
Toronto, Ontario
Montreal, Quebec
Burnaby, British Columbia
Calgary, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Salary Range $69,350 - $84,360
Status Term - 1 year or indeterminate
Language Requirement French or English essential

Job Summary


The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is looking for dedicated individuals to fill the position of Foreign Language Communications Analyst.

The Service is looking for individuals with the following language proficiency:

  • Arabic
  • Somali
  • Farsi
  • Mandarin
  • Kurdish
  • Sorani
  • Russian
  • Punjabi
  • Urdu
  • Hindi
  • Bengali
  • Oromo

This position will be of interest to individuals who are able to translate from one or more foreign languages identified above into French or English and who are able to work effectively as part of a team.

They must have research, analysis, and report writing skills and be keenly interested in intelligence and politics.

Communications Analysts will work at various regional offices of the Service.

Applicants must be fluent in a foreign language, must be motivated and discreet, and be comfortable working with computer systems.

Key responsibilities:

  • Translate from a foreign language into French or English;
  • Gather information and analyze it;
  • Prepare operational reports in which the information translated is meticulously described; and
  • Assist operational sectors.

Education


Undergraduate degree


Experience


Two (2) years of experience in research and analysis in databases, and the assimilation of information and preparation of reports.

Experience with computer systems.

Experience using the Internet (browsers, search engines, social media sites and/or applications).

Master, at a specialized level, one of the following languages:

  • Russian
  • Arabic
  • Somali
  • Farsi
  • Kurdish
  • Sorani
  • Mandarin
  • Punjabi
  • Urdu
  • Hindi
  • Bengali
  • Oromo

Experience in interpretation or translation would be an asset.


Competencies


  • Analytical Skills
  • Rigour
  • Communications skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork

Conditions of Employment


Not Applicable


Notes


Other Requirements

  • Applicants must agree to undergo technical assessments for language proficiency in the foreign language and in one of Canada's two (2) official languages as required.

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Security Requirements


Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

Others


We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.


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