Analyst - Data Analytics

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Work environment

At Shared Services Canada we are working to change the landscape of IT for the Government of Canada. We look forward to working with you in the coming years and will support your career while you support our business. Therefore, we encourage you to be a part of our team for at least 2 to 3 years to ensure business continuity.

At SSC your job will matter. We are modernizing, securing, and supporting critical IT programs and services for Canadians. We are looking for dedicated employees that want to make a difference and that will be part of our exciting journey for years to come.

If you are an individual who wants a rewarding career with an innovative organization, we need you. If you are dedicated, creative, and motivated, we need you. If you are eager to provide modern shared services that improve government service delivery to Canadians, we need you.

Intent of the process

A pool of partially qualified candidates MAY be established to staff similar positions within Shared Services Canada in the National Capital Region with various tenures (specified period or indeterminate) and/or various security requirements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

Notes:

1. Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

2. An indeterminate incumbent of a former ES position on June 30, 1967 who became an EC on June 22, 2009, who does not possess the minimum level of education as indicated for Part A above is deemed to meet this minimum educational standard based on his/her education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Experience conducting research and analysis for multidimensional policy or program issues.

Experience collecting, analysing and synthesizing information from a wide variety of sources to prepare communication/briefing materials SUCH AS briefing notes, reports or presentation decks.

Experience analyzing data and other information to determine trends.

Experience in data manipulation and carrying out business analytics and/or business intelligence.

Experience using business analytics tools SUCH AS Watson, Tableau, Qlik or Excel.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Various linguistic profiles (English essential, English or French essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC).

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of data analysis processes.

ABILITIES

Ability to analyze complex data/information, synthesize data/information and develop clear and concise recommendations.

Ability to explain complex issues clearly and concisely orally.

Ability to explain complex issues clearly and concisely in writing.

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders to achieve work objectives.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES

Effective interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Judgment

Dependability

Focus on results

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET EDUCATION

Master’s Degree in Business Analytics

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE

Experience in the development, coordination and management of projects and project plans.

Experience engaging with and/or leading collaboration among stakeholders to produce reports, findings and/or recommendations.

Experience working in an IT environment.

Experience examining large amounts of data.

Experience developing analytical approaches and models using financial and statistical tools.

Experience drawing inferences, defining the problem and making recommendations based on model outputs.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - & Secret Clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

An assignment, secondment, or acting appointment requires approval of your supervisor.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.