41407

Program officers unique to government

TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Education, law, social & government services

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Definition

Program officers unique to government are primarily concerned with the administration and operation of government institutions, such as Parliament, and activities unique to the operations of government, such as international relations, federal-provincial affairs, elections and tribunals.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Advise politicians or diplomats on the social, economic and political effects of government decisions on other governments in Canada or abroad
Explain Canadian foreign and domestic policies to governments and nationals of foreign countries, and act on behalf of Canada abroad
Collect, monitor and analyze international pressures, issues and communications and brief on intelligence and security matters
Plan intergovernmental meetings and conferences with officers of other municipal, provincial or federal governments
Coordinate the logistics and administration of elections within constituencies and ensure that electoral and voting procedures are followed
Co-ordinate administrative support services for legislative committees, royal commissions or tribunals
Participate as a member of a board or tribunal
Plan logistics and oversee diplomatic protocol of official visits to Canada by foreign politicians and dignitaries.

Example job titles

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•elections officer
•federal-provincial relations officer
•foreign service officer
•intergovernmental affairs officer
•office of the Speaker officer
•protocol officer
•returning officer

Overview

NOC 41407 (Program officers unique to government) is a highly specialized TEER 1 occupation under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. These professionals are employed exclusively by government administrations to manage, monitor, and administer public programs. Common job titles under this unit group include customs inspectors, immigration officers, excise officers, and election officers. They are responsible for enforcing government regulations, evaluating program effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with federal, provincial, or municipal policies.

To qualify for employment under NOC 41407, candidates typically require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, law, or business administration. Specialized internal training and several years of related administrative or regulatory experience are often required. Because this is classified as a TEER 1 occupation, skilled workers in this category may be eligible for Canadian permanent residency pathways, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program under Express Entry and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), subject to meeting specific program criteria.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. For official guidelines, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or an authorized immigration representative.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.