OTTAWA – With vice-chairman, telecom Len Katz’s term expiring October 11 and former Ontario commissioner Rita Cugini gone since April, the CRTC will find itself without Ontario representation in just days. But at least the federal government finally got around to posting the positions on Monday.
The ideal candidate for the vice-chairperson (telecommunications) position must possess: “extensive knowledge of the legislative framework and mandate of the CRTC and other relevant federal legislation. Knowledge of the regulatory and technological environments in which the broadcasting, telecommunications and digital media sectors operate in Canada and abroad is necessary. … Should have an understanding of international, social and economic trends; consumer interests; stakeholder concerns; the role of government in formulating public policy; and how these relate to the CRTC,” according to the job description posted Monday.
“Knowledge of the theories, practices and procedures related to administrative justice, especially related to quasi-judicial bodies, is required. Knowledge of broad issues related to media convergence would be considered an asset.”
For the regional member (Ontario) role the federal government is looking for “knowledge of the legislative framework and mandate of the CRTC and other relevant federal legislation. Knowledge of the regulatory and technological environments in which the broadcasting, telecommunications and digital media sectors operate in Canada and abroad is necessary. … An understanding of international, social and economic trends; consumer interests; stakeholder concerns; the role of government in formulating public policy; and how these relate to the CRTC. … Knowledge and understanding of the procedures and practices involved in conducting quasi-judicial hearings,” reads the posting.
For both positions the selected candidates must be persons of sound judgment, integrity and impartiality. The chosen candidates possess and adhere to high ethical standards, have superior interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.
If this sounds like you are someone you know, the deadline is October 24, 2012 to get that resume to NGEC@bnet.pco-bcp.gc.ca. The decision on who to hire rests with the Prime Minister’s Office.
