Analyst, Indigenous Health

Njoyn; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement planning

Generous vacation

Work-life balance

Learning and professional development

Flexible benefits

Job summary

CIHI, a non-profit organization dedicated to health data in Canada, seeks an Analyst to compile, verify, and analyze health system data and develop indicators and reports. You will work on data quality, ETL processes, and communicate findings to diverse audiences.

The role involves statistical programming, data visualization, and collaboration with internal teams and data providers. A 1–3 year background in health data analytics and proficiency with Python or R are preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Health Information, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
• 1–3 years of related data analytics experience.
• Experience producing clear data visualizations and reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of data governance and reproducible analytics workflows.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean and validate data from internal and external sources; perform data quality assessments.
• Develop analytical plans, indicator definitions and methodology.
• Develop, run and maintain analytic code; prepare reproducible analyses and documentation.
• Conduct statistical analyses to identify trends and insights; apply appropriate techniques.
• Produce and maintain reports, dashboards and visuals for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support ETL processes and data extracts as needed.
• Provide client support and liaise with internal and external data providers.
• Contribute to data governance and reproducible analytics workflows.
• Assist with automation and continuous improvement of analytic processes.
• Support literature reviews and environment scans for reports and indicators.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Health Information or related field

Tools

Python

R

BI/Visualization tools

SQL

Job description

We are an organization comprised of industry thought leaders who are passionate about health data and want to make a difference in the health care field. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization and together with our partners we provide essential information on Canada s health systems, enabling decisions that lead to healthier Canadians. As a valued member of the CIHI team, you and your work will have a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada s health care systems.

CIHI is recognized as an exceptional place to work that embraces diversity, respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Learn about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the work being done to create a more inclusive and welcoming organization by focusing on how we learn, govern and practise.

At CIHI, we recognize what matters to our employees. Some of the benefits of working at CIHI include

• Retirement Planning Program
• Generous vacation days for permanent and long-term contracts
• Work-life balance
• Learning and Professional Development Program
• Flexible benefits program from your first day on the job for permanent and long-term contracts

Why is this role important?

CIHI is on a continuous learning journey, guided by the knowledge and perspectives of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, communities, governments and organizations. We are committed to respecting Indigenous data sovereignty, advancing cultural safety and humility, and supporting the health and data priorities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. The Analyst plays a key role in advancing CIHI s Indigenous Health priorities. The Analyst compiles, verifies and analyzes health system data, contributes to the development of indicators and analytical reports and disseminates results to diverse internal and external audiences. This role combines data preparation and quality assurance with statistical and programming work, visualization and client-facing communication to inform health system improvement. The Analyst also contributes to departmental and branch initiatives, as well as special projects as needed

What you ll do

• 1. Collect, clean and validate data from internal and external sources; perform data quality assessments and documentation.
• 2. Contribute to the development of analytical plans, indicator definitions and methodology.
• 3. Develop, run and maintain analytic code; prepare reproducible analyses and maintain documentation/version control.
• 4. Conduct statistical and exploratory analyses to identify trends, anomalies and insights; apply appropriate analytic techniques for indicator production.
• 5. Produce and maintain regular and ad hoc reports, dashboards and visual products for technical and non-technical audiences.
• 6. Build and maintain queries/data extracts and support ETL processes where required.
• 7. Provide client support and respond to stakeholder requests; liaise with internal program teams and external data providers to clarify data submissions and reporting needs.
• 8. Support the implementation of data governance practices, metadata standards and documentation to ensure analytic reproducibility.
• 9. Contribute to automation of routine processes and continuous improvement of analytic workflows.
• 10. Contribute to environmental scans and literature reviews to support the development of reports, statistics, and indicators

What you ll bring to the table

• Undergraduate degree in Health Information, Statistics, Data Science, Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics or a related field.
• 1-3 years' experience of related data analytics.
• Experience producing clear data visualizations and reports for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with health system data, hospital/clinical information systems, or indicator development.
• Proficiency with data manipulation and statistical software, such as Python, R, or equivalent tools.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with BI/visualization tools and experience producing visual products.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata standards and reproducible analytics workflows (version control, documentation).
• Knowledge of the health care system.
• Analytical rigor, attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Client-service orientation and ability to translate complex analyses into clear recommendations or key analytical findings.
• Organizational and time management skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Adaptability and commitment to continuous learning.

Additional Requirements

• Primary locations: Toronto or Ottawa.
• Must comply with all CIHI workplace policies, including privacy and confidentiality.
• Fluency in English is required, bilingualism in both official languages is an asset.

Remote work arrangements may be available for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates who reside within their communities. Preference will be given to those who self-identify as First Nation, Inuit, and Métis.

To find out more about this role and other exciting opportunities visit our website at www.cihi.ca and check out our 'Careers' section.

We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At CIHI we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note the CIHI Recruiting Team uses email to communicate with applicants. Please make sure your profile has an updated email address that is checked regularly, including the junk/spam mail folder, as we send time sensitive emails (i.e. testing and interview bookings).

Data Privacy and Record Retention Notice

In accordance with Ontario's legislation, CIHI is required to retain copies of this job posting and all associated application materials for a minimum of three (3) years from the date the posting is removed from public view.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your personal information and application data will be stored securely in our systems for this mandatory retention period to ensure compliance with provincial employment standards.