Senior government managers and officials perform some or all of the following duties:

• Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the major activities of a government department or agency
• Advise elected officials on policy development and administrative matters
• Establish organizational objectives and develop or approve government policies and programs
• Represent government departments or agencies in high-level negotiations, public hearings, or legislative committees
• Oversee the allocation of financial and human resources to achieve departmental mandates

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• A university degree in public administration, political science, law, or business administration is required
• Extensive experience in a related professional field is required
• Several years of experience as a senior manager in the public or private sector are mandatory
• Employers typically offer comprehensive pension plans, healthcare benefits, and executive-level compensation packages