Regional Contribution Agreement Officers

Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Within a National Research Council Office across Canada
Organizational Unit: Industrial Research Assistance Program
Classification: AS-2
Tenure: Term
Duration: 1 year and 2 years
Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Work Arrangements:
Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.

At NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.

* NOTE: The intent of this hiring action is to staff one 1‑year term and one 2‑year term across Canada, both with a language requirement of Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC.
Discover the possible
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As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.
The Role
We are looking for a Regional Contribution Agreement Officers (RCAO) to support the Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP). The RCAO would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Respect, and Creativity.

This position would appeal to someone who demonstrates a great attention to detail and has a passion for providing high quality customer service. You would have good judgment in the analysis of problems and managing a variety of tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment.

As an RCAO, you would be using your business and financial acumen, to support both internal and external clients in the delivery of the IRAP programs. You could be working independently and/or as part of a team.

Duties may include but are not limited to: responding to client inquiries, validate project expenditure reports for alignment with approved budgets, administering contribution agreements to firms and organizations, including preparing and reviewing agreements and amendments, reviewing claims and processing payments in accordance with the terms of the contribution agreement, and advising Investment Advisors (IAs) or Industrial Technology Advisors (ITAs), signing authorities and clients on appropriate modifications to agreement clauses and undertaking special projects or assignments.

Travel may be required for training, team meetings, and work requirements, as needed.   

Screening Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Candidates must respond to all pre-screening questions in detail in order to be considered. Failure to do so will result in automatic disqualification.
Education
Successful completion of secondary school education according to provincial/territorial standards.

Candidates with post-secondary education or formal training in areas related to the position such as accounting, financial management or in the legal field, may be given preference.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency
Experience

• Significant* experience in performing financial analysis on projects, contracts, and budgets, preferably in the environmental, technology or industrial sector.
• Significant* experience in project financial management, including reviewing and interpreting financial statements and other accounting documents to perform analysis.
• Significant* experience in preparing, amending, validating and processing contractual agreements or other legal documents. 
• Recent** and significant* experience providing service to clients in the interpretation and application of directives, policies or financial procedures. 
• Recent** and significant* experience using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams and Outlook at an intermediate level. 
• Recent** experience with a financial accounting system such as SAP would be considered an asset.
• Recent** experience with a client relationship management system (CRM) would be considered an asset.

 

*Significant experience is defined as two (2) to six (6) years of experience.

**Recent experience is defined as within the last three (3) years.

Condition of EmploymentReliability Status

 

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language RequirementsBilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment CriteriaCandidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of common financial business tools and practices such as financial statements, payroll ledgers, invoicing and/or record keeping. 
• Knowledge of the various components of a contract, as well as contract processes and procedures. 
• Ability to apply appropriate judgment in order to plan and coordinate multiple activities.
• Ability to apply high level of attention to detail when reviewing and/or preparing documents.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office including word processing, and intermediate level of Excel for maintaining spreadsheets and generating reports.

Behavioural Competencies

• Management services - Client focus (Level 2) 
• Management services - Communication (Level 2) 
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2) 
• Management services - Initiative (Level 2) 
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 2) 
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 2) 

Competency Profile(s)For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Services

 

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CompensationFrom $68,047 to $80,289 per annum. 

 

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

 

 

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (24292) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone: 3439909603 

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 01, 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time

 

 

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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.