Agriculture Policy Analyst — Research, Briefs & Outreach

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Calgary seeks a Policy Analyst to contribute to the Simpson Centre for Food and Agricultural Policy, working on policy monitoring, applied research, and knowledge mobilization. The role involves designing studies, assessing evidence, and communicating findings to decision-makers, with collaboration across academia, government and industry.

The position is a Full-time Fixed Term for approximately 1 year, with potential extension based on grant funding, reporting to the Centre

Qualifications

• Degree in public policy, agricultural economics, economics, political science, agriculture or related field.

Responsibilities

• Policy analysis and monitoring of federal, provincial and territorial agriculture and food policy developments.
• Applied research reviewing studies, government documents, and datasets; compare findings by region or stakeholder group.
• Create tables, charts and dashboards to communicate findings.
• Assess policy options and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations.
• Engagement: knowledge mobilization items and presentations; network with officials, bureaucrats and industry leaders.
• Project delivery: coordinate meetings, prepare proposals and maintain records.

Skills

Plain-language writing

Presentation skills

Organization skills

Relationship management

Quantitative and qualitative analysis

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy, agricultural economics, economics, political science, agriculture or related field

Master's degree in related field (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheets

Survey analysis tools

Statistical analysis tools

Qualitative analysis tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

University of Calgary seeks a Policy Analyst to contribute to the Simpson Centre for Food and Agricultural Policy, working on policy monitoring, applied research, and knowledge mobilization. The role involves designing studies, assessing evidence, and communicating findings to decision-makers, with collaboration across academia, government and industry.

The position is a Full-time Fixed Term for approximately 1 year, with potential extension based on grant funding, reporting to the Centre