Senior PSI Funding and Data Analyst

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 82,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Alberta in Edmonton is seeking a Senior PSI Funding and Data Analyst to apply analytical thinking to integrate data from multiple sources and generate meaningful financial analysis that informs funding decisions across Alberta’s post-secondary system.

The role supports executive decision-making, policy development, and strategic planning with strong Excel, Python, and Power BI capabilities, reporting to the Manager of PSI Funding and Analytics.

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field with a focus on data analytics.
• Experience with current methodologies in data analytics and data storytelling.
• Proficiency in Excel (macros, pivot tables, cubes) and Power BI.
• Experience with financial analysis and presenting critical findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex qualitative and quantitative analysis using financial and institutional datasets to support funding decisions and system-level insights.
• Develop and maintain financial metrics and analytical tools to enhance understanding of post-secondary performance.
• Interpret and communicate financial policies and reporting requirements to colleagues and partners.
• Provide analysis related to institutional borrowing requests, including risks and financial implications.

Skills

Data analytics

Regression analysis

Data visualization

Data modeling

Storytelling

Education

University degree in related field with focus in Data Analytics

Tools

Microsoft Excel (macros, cubes, pivot tables)

Python

Power BI

Job description

Job Information
Job Title:Senior PSI Funding and Data Analyst
Job Requisition ID:86233
Ministry:Advanced Education
Location:Edmonton
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date: September 29, 2026
Classification: Program Services 4
Salary: $3,148.20 to $4,126.82 bi-weekly ($ 82,168- $107,710 /year)

Education and growth are integral to our Province’s future and building an even better and stronger Alberta. Alberta Advanced Education is focused on accessible, affordable, and quality advance learning opportunities for all Albertans. Through funding, scholarships, apprenticeship programs, and research, we help Albertan’s maximize their potential and explore the many ways to learn, grow, and educate Alberta.
The PSI Funding & Analytics unit, as part of the PSI Funding & Capital Planning Branch, performs a wide variety of tasks, with the majority of the work related to a few main functions:

• Leveraging internally and externally available financial data sources to create an understanding of how Alberta post-secondary institutions compare to one another and to the rest of the country.
• Supporting funding decisions by ensuring they are based on evidence and Alberta’s unique post-secondary education system.
• Updates and monitors financial policies relating to post-secondary institution activities under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Advanced Education.

Reporting to the Manager, PSI Funding and Analytics, the Senior PSI Funding & Data Analyst plays a key role in strengthening the Ministry’s understanding of how post-secondary institution finances relate to funding models, program objectives, and inter-provincial comparisons. In this role, you will apply analytical thinking, creativity, and systems insight to integrate data from multiple sources and generate meaningful financial analysis that supports decision-making across Alberta’s post-secondary system.
Your curiosity, strong analytical mindset, and financial expertise will enable you to translate complex data into insights that inform funding decisions, policy development, and strategic planning. By leveraging diverse datasets and applying sound financial and statistical analysis, you will contribute to a deeper understanding of institutional financial operations and system-wide trends.
In this role, you will:

• Conduct complex qualitative and quantitative analysis using financial and institutional datasets to support funding decisions and system-level insights.
• Contribute to the development, maintenance, and improvement of funding model criteria and methodologies aligned with Alberta’s post-secondary funding framework.
• Integrate financial data from multiple sources to support analysis of institutional financial operations and system-wide trends.
• Develop and maintain financial metrics and analytical tools that enhance understanding of post-secondary institutional performance.
• Interpret and communicate financial policies, guidelines, and reporting requirements to colleagues and institutional partners.
• Provide analysis and advice related to institutional borrowing requests, including assessing risks and financial implications.
• Develop briefing materials and analytical reports to support executive decision-making and strategic planning.
• Maintain and enhance the Ministry’s repository of financial metrics and data related to post-secondary institutions.
• Collaborate with program areas and external stakeholders to improve data collection processes and analytical approaches.
• Provide subject matter expertise on financial analytics and support cross-ministry initiatives related to post-secondary funding and accountability.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf .

• Systems Thinking - Understands how financial data, institutional operations, and funding frameworks interact within the broader post-secondary system and government priorities to inform strategic decision-making.
  
• Drive for Results - Uses analytical insight and evidence-based approaches to deliver high-quality financial analysis and information products that support timely funding and policy decisions.
  
• Build Collaborative Environments - Build productive relationships with colleagues, ministries, and post-secondary institutions to support data sharing, collaborative analysis, and effective policy implementation.
  
• Agility - Adapts to evolving data requirements, policy priorities, and analytical approaches while maintaining a focus on delivering accurate and meaningful financial insights.
  
• Creative Problem Solving - Applies innovative analytical approaches to interpret complex financial data and develop solutions that support improved funding models and accountability processes.
  
• Develop Self and Others - Actively shares expertise and supports knowledge development across teams to strengthen analytical capacity and promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field preferably in Business, Financial Statistics, Financial Mathematics, Actuarial science, or closely related fields with a focus in Data Analytics plus four years related experience

• Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Assets:

• Experience with current methodologies in data analytics, regression analysis, data visualization, data modeling and storytelling.
• Experience with financial analysis, producing reports and presentations to share critical findings.
• Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Excel skills (including creation of macros, cubes, and pivot tables)
• Analytical tool experience (Excel, Python, Power BI and/or others)
• Experience related to Alberta’s adult learning system
• Experience with Accounting principles and best practices including Public Sector Accounting Standards
• Possess or are perusing an accounting designation

There is one (1) permanent position available, and it is located in Edmonton, working in the Commerce Place located at 10155 102 Street. This position works 36.25 hours per week, 8:15am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Applicants are MUST provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Connie Piosca at [e-mail] .