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Professional Development and Certification Program (PDCP) New Initiatives

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Professional Development and Certification Program (PDCP) New Initiatives

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  1. The Procurement, Materiel Management and Real Property Community Management OfficeThe Professional Development andCertification Program for the Government of Canada’s Procurement, Materiel Management and Real Property CommunityThe Materiel Management Institute of CanadaPresented by: Colleen PostPost.Colleen@tbs-sct.gc.ca(613) 941-3865 The Canadian Forum on Public Procurement October 2, 2007Calgary

  2. Outline Professional Development and Certification Program (PDCP) New Initiatives Opportunities for Collaboration Contacts

  3. The Community and Guiding Principles The PMMRP Community: • Estimated 10,000 public servants and uniformed personnel involved in life-cycle asset management functions: Procurement (P), Materiel Management (MM), Real Property (RP) • 16 occupational groups Guiding Principles of the Professional Development and Certification Program Developed in collaboration with clients and stakeholders Government based and bilingual Respects the diversity of the Community and of Departments Builds on existing government and private sector learning programs and course Recognizes employees’ acquired knowledge, skills and experience Supplemented by existing private and public sector certification programs Phased-in implementation

  4. Program Evolution Accomplishments L A U N C H P R O G R A M In Progress Certification Learning Path Required Courses Course Deliverers: CSPS / PWGSC CGSB Standard for Competencies CGSB Application and Maintenance Handbook TBS Program Manual Professional Development Highest Priorities Study Learning Framework Core Competency Profile Communication Tools Demographic Study Program Curriculum Professional Development Update/finalize courses Certification Assessment Tools for Levels II and III National / International Liaison Conception Community Driven Community / Stakeholder Engagement Ongoing Course Development 1998 2006 

  5. Working in Collaboration TBS PDCP Management Office Advisory Committees Departments and Agencies Managers Employees Canada School of Public Service Public Works and Government Services Canada Bargaining Agents External Professional Certification Organizations and Professional Institutes (Materiel Management Institute, Real Property Institute of Canada)

  6. Roles of Key Players TBS- PMMRP Community Management Office • To provide strategic direction and central leadership for the collaborative development and implementation of strategies, programs and initiatives to support:: • Capacity Building: Demographics, Competency Profile/Assessment Tool, Recruitment, Retention, Succession Planning • Community Development: Courses / e-learning, Standard for Competencies, Certification Program, Research / outreach • Professional recognition: Certification (CFSP, CFSMM) • Contributes to the achievement of government commitments and priorities for ensuring a viable and sustainable trained and professional workforce. Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) – Personnel Certification Division • Standards Development (CGSB-192.1-2005) • Certification: Registrar, Certification Body, Knowledge Exam administrator (CFSP, CFSMM) • Accredited by the Standards Council of Canada: offers a variety of programs and services to the public and private sectors, in Canada and around the globe. Canada School of Public Service / Public Works and Government Services Canada - Professional Development Division • Program Curriculum development and delivery The Materiel Management Institute of Canada

  7. Program Components and Tools A Learning Framework and Toolkitto guide employees through the Program Two components to the PDCP: • Professional Development: • Provides learning opportunities through courses, experience, etc. to develop and enhance competencies, knowledge and skills • Core Competency Profile • Web-based Assessment Tool • Program Curriculum • Certification: • Assesses and credits knowledge, learning and experience achievements and provide professional recognition (CFSP, CFSMM) • Standard for Competencies • Courses Required for Certification / Learning Path • Certification Program Manual • Certification Application and Maintenance Handbook • Assessment Tools • Candidate Achievement Record (CAR), Record of Learning, Knowledge Exam

  8. Professional Development Develop a Core Competency Profile: • Competencies:the knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to perform successfully in a particular business role within the area of procurement, materiel management and real property • Core -common to all employees • Functional - function specific • Behavioural Indicator Statement:description of observable behaviours required to demonstrate a competency • 3 Proficiency Levels: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced Use the Web-based assessment tool to: • Assess level of proficiency (3 levels) against the profile • Identify knowledge and skills gaps • Review the Program Curriculum Learning Solutions to select courses including e-learning • Develop an Individual Learning Plan

  9. Core Competency Profile

  10. Certification Requirements Training: • The candidate must take mandatory courses and may request an equivalency (full or partial) for the other courses required for Certification Level I and for Level II Knowledge: • The candidate is assessed on the Behavioural Indicator Statements and the Knowledge Requirements outlined in the Standard for Competencies, through an exam: • Level I: Multiple Choice Exam • Level II: Case Studies • Level III: To be determined Experience: • The candidate must meet the Experience Requirements and the Years of Experience outlined in the Standard for Competencies and complete Candidate Achievement Records for 10 of the Competencies • Level I: 3 years experience, 2 of which must be in the federal government • Level II: 5 years, 4 of which are at the federal level and 2 are as a supervisor, team leader or in program management related functions • Level III: 10 years, 5 of which are as a manager, 3 of the 5 at the federal level Certification Designation: • Certified Federal Specialist in Procurement (CFSP) • Certified Federal Specialist in Materiel Management (CFSMM) Certification Maintenance and Re-Certification (every 5 years): • Certification persons must participate in prescribed activities to ensure continuous professional development

  11. Courses for Certification - Procurement Level 1

  12. Courses for Certification – Materiel Management Level 1

  13. The Materiel Management Institute of Canada What is the MMI? • A national non-profit association dedicated to developing and promoting the professionalism of the procurement and materiel management functions within the federal government of Canada. Key Objectives: • To provide professional development opportunities to enhance performance of procurement and materiel management specialists • To provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and experiences among specialists • To serve as a consultative body on matters that impact the federal government’s assets and acquired services • To promote and support the TBS Professional Development and Certification Program • To collect and distribute information on the organization and administration of procurement and materiel management within public and private sectors • To collaborate with other Institutes and Associations in the study of topics of mutual interest Governance Structure: • Governed by a Board of Directors, including Regional Directors across Canada • President: Mr. Jacques Labonté, Director, Materiel Management, Public Works and Government Services Canada

  14. The Materiel Management Institute of Canada Activities: • Annual Materiel Management National Workshop (MMNW): • May – Ottawa (since 1990) • Provides pre and post workshops on courses recognized by the TBS Professional Development and Certification Program • Annual Regional Materiel Management Workshops: • Fall – East and West (various cities) • Morning Briefing Sessions: • To keep specialists up-to-date on topics of current interest • Awards: • To recognize exemplary contributions by individuals and teams • To demonstrate the value, importance and professionalism of the procurement and materiel management functions • Four categories, including the Materiel Management Institute Student Award • Information Sharing: • Staying in Touch Magazine and monthly e-broadcasts • Website: • job postings, events, related links, presentations from workshops

  15. TBS- PMMRP Community Management Office Community Management Office for the federal government PMMRP Community (formerly Professional Development and Certification Program Management Office) Recruitment / job fairs Outreach to post-secondary institutions and professional designation / development organizations The Materiel Management Institute of Canada Assume responsibility for the organization of joint conferences, workshops, trade fairs, career fairs Expansion of Regional Directors and support groups: All provinces, territories Marketing MMI: Promotional Material / participation at events Nationally and internationally Portfolio Outreach: Identify and partner with like-minded organizations Foster international relations New Initiatives

  16. TBS - PMMRP Community Management Office Recognition of courses provided by external professional designation organizations, universities and training organizations, e.g.: PMAC Algonquin College Sprott School of Business NIGP UPPCC Development of curriculum / maintenance requirements for Certification: PMAC Strategic Round Table NIGP Outreach Secondary / Post Secondary institutions Canadian Supply Chain Sector Council UPPCC (Canadian Representative) Other governments / levels of government The Materiel Management Institute of Canada Organization of Conferences / Learning Events with other professional designation / development organizations Promotion of educational, professional development and certification programs available in Canada: Website Conferences / learning events Opportunities for Collaboration

  17. Treasury Board of Canada, Secretariat - Professional Development and Certification Program for the Procurement, Materiel Management and Real Property Community: www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pd-pp The Materiel Management Institute of Canada: www.mmi-igm.ca Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB): www.ongc-cgsb.gc.ca Canada School of Public Service: www.myschool-monecole.gc.ca Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC): www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca Contacts

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