High Commission of Canada Temporary Resident Officer Jobs in Dar es Salaam - Tanzania

High Commission of Canada Temporary Resident Officer Jobs in Dar es Salaam - Tanzania


Summary of position

  • Under direction, reviews, processes, and assesses applications to determine whether clients meet eligibility and admissibility requirements for a temporary or permanent entry to Canada in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures; promotes departmental objectives and provides program information in interactions with clients, their representatives, partners and stakeholders; prevents the travel to Canada of individuals in possession of fraudulent or fraudulently obtained documentation; participates in research for and the preparation of reports and studies on immigration-related issues; represents the Program Manager and other immigration officers in contacts with nationals and officials of the host country to promote Departmental objectives; provides management assistance, supervises staff and performs other duties.

    Essential qualifications

  • Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, experience and language.

  • Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter and CV how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

    Education

    • University degree or diploma

    Language

    • Proficiency in English - comprehension, oral and written

    • Good command of French - comprehension, oral and written (Important Note: If you are unable to work in French, please do not apply. The ability to work in French will be tested.)

    Computer Skills

    • Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Outlook, Internet and search engines

    Experience

    • At least 2 years of cumulative work experience in an administrative or officer position in an Embassy, High Commission, Consulate, a UN agency, development agency, or law firm

    • Experience in dealing with the general public

    • Experience applying rules, laws, policies and procedures within a work environment

    • Experience in working both
    independently and within a team to meet goals

    Language

    • Proficiency in English - comprehension, oral and written

    • Good command of French - comprehension, oral and written (Important Note: If you are unable to work in French, please do not apply. The ability to work in French will be tested.)

    Knowledge

    • Knowledge of standard office procedures and practices

    • Knowledge of geography, socio-economic conditions, labour markets, and educational systems in the area covered by the Dar es Salaam Migration Office

    • Good knowledge of computer applications, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

    Abilities

    • Ability to understand and interpret legislation, guidelines and policies

    • Ability to plan and organize workload as well as to establish and manage priorities

    • Ability to assist with supervision of support staff

    • Ability to learn and adapt quickly

    Competencies

    • Exercising discernment and sound judgment in making decisions

    • Exhibiting attention to detail

    • Taking initiative

    • Offering client focus with tact and discretion

    • Maintaining team spirit and positive interpersonal relations

    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 in their cover letter and CV.

    • A working knowledge of local languages in Burundi, Comoros, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia

    • Significant knowledge of legal frameworks, customs, educational systems, and administrative documents in the geographic area covered by the Dar es Salaam Migration Office

    • Knowledge of standard office procedures and practices in a Migration or Consular Section of an Embassy

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; High Commission of Canada Temporary Resident Officer Jobs in Dar es Salaam - Tanzania

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