Portfolio: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

Position title: Reviewer

Organization: Department of Citizenship and Immigration

Headquarters location: Ottawa, Ontario

Workplace location: Across Canada

Type: Part-time

Per diem: $350 – $400

Opportunity number: 245047-67

The Department of Citizenship and Immigration (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) facilitates the entry of temporary residents, manages the selection, settlement and integration of newcomers, grants citizenship and issues passports to eligible citizens.

Following upcoming amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations and to the Citizenship Regulations, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will be issuing administrative penalties and consequences for violations committed by those providing paid advice and representation on immigration or citizenship applications. Those issued administrative penalties and consequences will have a legislated right to seek a review of the penalty decision and of the penalty amount. The review process will be described in regulations.

Reviewers must determine whether, on a balance of probabilities, the person is responsible for the violation and, if so, whether the amount of the penalty has been determined in accordance with the acts and regulations. Reviewers review all written submissions requesting a review and provide a decision in writing to the requester and to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Further details about the department and its activities can be found by following the website link above.

Education and Experience

Please ensure that the information provided in your curriculum vitae and cover letter clearly demonstrates how you meet the following requirements:

• A degree from a recognized university or acceptable combination of equivalent education, job-related training and / or experience;
• A degree in law would be considered an asset;
• A minimum of five years of experience in decision making related to sensitive and complex issues;
• Experience in interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, policies and directives;
• Experience in the operation and conduct of an administrative tribunal or agency would be considered an asset;
• Experience in writing submissions or decisions that pertain to the interpretation of statutes and case law would be considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following criteria will be assessed:

• Knowledge of the principles of administrative law and natural justice;
• Knowledge of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and Regulations and of the Citizenship Act and Regulations would be considered an asset;
• Knowledge of the process, legislation and regulations governing the provision of immigration and citizenship representation and advice for consideration would be considered an asset;
• Ability to quickly and effectively analyze and synthesize relevant case information;
• Ability to make well-reasoned, equitable and timely written decisions;
• Ability to write in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner.

Language Requirements

Proficiency in both official languages is required.

The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency when assessing applicants. Your online profiles must indicate your proficiency in speaking and understanding your second official language. Bilingual proficiency will be assessed and may be validated through formal testing.

Personal Attributes

The following will be verified by references at a later date:

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Reliability
• Sound judgment
• High ethical standards and integrity

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of Canada is committed to providing a healthy and accessible workplace and to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. Appointees will be expected to promote and maintain a healthy, respectful, inclusive and harassment-free work environment.

Candidates who belong to one or more of the designated employment equity groups are encourage to self-identify when applying. Preference may be given to applicants who are members of one or more of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Eligibility Factors and Conditions of Employment

• All appointees must comply with the Ethical and Political Activity Guidelines for Public Office Holders throughout the duration of their appointment.
• All appointees are subject to the Conflict of Interest Act. Public office holders appointed on a full-time basis must also submit to the Office of the Conflict Interest and Ethics Commissioner, within 60 days of their appointment, a confidential report in which they disclose all of their assets, liabilities and outside activities.
• All Appointees are subject to the Terms and conditions applying to Governor in Council appointees. They must uphold the highest standards of probity and are expected to demonstrate behaviours in the workplace that afford respect, equality and dignity to everyone they interact with at work at all times. The Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector outlines the values, principles and expected behaviours for public servants, including valuing diversity and creating workplaces free from harassment and discrimination. Governor in Council appointees are expected to uphold and respect these values and principles throughout their time in public office.
• Appointees must also respect the principles of any code of conduct that applies to the organization to which they are appointed.
• Appointees must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, as defined in subsection 2(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (statutory).
• Appointees must be willing to work overtime.
• Appointees must be willing to work independently and with little supervision.

A link to this notice will be placed in the Canada Gazette and shared on the Government of Canada’s LinkedIn page.

A list of qualified candidates may be established and may be considered for other appointment opportunities.

How to apply

Candidates must submit their application package, including their curriculum vitae and a cover letter addressed to the Director of Selection Processes, Senior Personnel Secretariat, Privy Council Office, by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 25, 2026, via the Governor in Council Appointments website.

To learn more or if you require support or accommodation to submit your online application, please visit the How to Apply page on the website. For alternatives to online applications, please visit the Application Assistance page.

Posted: 28 July 2026