Citizen’s Appeal Panel, Appeal Panel Member

The Minister is looking for panel members who demonstrate the following competencies:

• Experience and knowledge of the principles of administrative and procedural fairness and quasi-judicial processes;
• Ability to read, interpret and apply legislation, and draft written decisions;
• Strong communication skills and ability to objectively examine written and verbal information;
• Ability to sift through verbal testimonies and submitted materials, weigh evidence and synthesize for purposes of writing decisions;
• Ability to use computers, such as accessing and navigating an appeals system and SharePoint, typing decisions and communicating effectively with colleagues and Appeals Secretariat staff via email;
• Demonstrate a fair, respectful, cooperative and assertive approach to reaching agreement;
• Clear understanding of the Panel’s role and responsibilities; and
• Some knowledge of the relevant Acts and Legislation.
• Previous experience on an adjudicative tribunal is an asset.