Economists and Policy Analysts

Important messages

Western Economic Diversification is looking for Economists and Policy Analysts to join our team. If you are motivated and interested in these exciting opportunities in a dynamic department, please apply.

Work environment

Research and Analytics Team
• The research and analytics team provides an opportunity to apply economic analysis to a variety of topics relevant to Western Canada at a point when both western issues and globalization are particularly striking. As a part of this dynamic team, you will get to work on a variety of interesting and complex issues, with access to diverse sources of data. Having to manage both short term and long term projects means that your workdays will be constantly changing. Your work will focus on analyzing socioeconomic topics from different angles and perspectives, and then condensing your analysis into easily understood information that advises decision makers. Ideas for in-depth research on subjects applicable to western Canada are always welcome. Creativity and innovation are sought-after traits for the research and analytics team as well as the department as a whole.

Policy Team
• The policy team is responsive to changing economic and social trends across the west. With experience and knowledge across a broad range of policy issues, the team is always ready to tell the story of westerners and their communities. As part of this team, you will develop products for a wide range of audiences, including Ministers, other federal departments, senior leaders, and western Canadians. This often requires working collaboratively across the department to gather information and integrate data into a strategic, impactful narrative. In this results-driven team, you will find opportunities to test creative approaches and pitch products that leverage the diverse skills and expertise of you and your colleagues. Sharing information, hosting brainstorming sessions, and asking colleagues for input are just some of the tools you use to solve problems in a dynamic environment.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to fill a temporary opportunity of up to 18 months in an Economist role in our Edmonton office. A pool of fully qualified candidates will be created and may be used for future staffing needs in our Edmonton office. The pool may be used for indeterminate, term or acting appointments as well as deployments, assignments or secondments. The pool of candidates may be used by our federal public service partners who have similar needs.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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, policy, sociology or statistics.
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.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
• Significant* experience in writing analytical documents such as policy papers, background papers, and reports on economic policy issues.
• Experience applying data analysis and economic research techniques to the evaluation of policy issues.
• Experience preparing briefing material on economic issues for use by decision-makers.

*Significant is defined as a depth and breadth of experience normally associated with a minimum of 3 years of full-time performance of these duties.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Asset Qualifications:
• Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the duties of the position.
• Depth, breadth and scope in any one or combination of the experience factors.
• Experience working for federal, provincial, territorial or municipal governments.
• Knowledge of advanced statistical analysis techniques (e.g., econometrics).

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of:
• Information sources and methods necessary for the analysis of regional development and economic policy issues;
• Economic issues related to Alberta and/or Western Canada; and
• Federal and provincial government roles and activities related to economic development of Western Canada and/or Alberta.

Competencies:
• Demonstrating integrity and respect;
• Thinking things through;
• Working effectively with others;
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented; and
• Communication (Oral and Written)

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

Organizational Needs:
• In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities and women.

Conditions of employment

Condition(s) of Employment:
• Secret Security Clearance
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Willingness to travel if necessary.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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