Senior Research Analyst

Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills / Travail, Immigration, Formation et Compétences; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development in Ontario is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to transform data into actionable policy insights for employment and training programs.

You will lead advanced quantitative analysis, develop high-quality reports, and collaborate with ministries and partners to drive data-informed decisions and program improvements. A strong foundation in statistics, geospatial analysis, and data governance is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis, visualization, and reporting skills.
• Experience with statistical modeling, forecasting, and impact evaluation.
• Ability to work with large datasets and analytical tools.
• Knowledge of data governance and workflow documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced quantitative and statistical analysis to inform policy and program development.
• Develop analytical reports and recommendations to meet ministry needs.
• Provide cross-ministry expertise to support policy and planning initiatives.
• Promote a data-driven culture within the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualization

Statistical modeling

Forecasting

Geospatial analysis

Survey design

Impact evaluation

Power BI

R

Python

ArcGIS

GitHub

Data governance

Tools

Power BI

R

Python

ArcGIS

GitHub

Job description

Transform data into decisions that shape Ontario's workforce of tomorrow.

Are you a skilled data and research professional who enjoys making sense of complex information? Do you want your work to support better programs and services for Ontarians?

Join the Analytics Unit in the Strategic Workforce and Partnerships Branch as a Senior Research Analyst, where you will generate rigorous analysis to provide data-driven insights and evidence for program and policy areas. We are a team of data-obsessed analysts who are driven by curiosity to uncover insights and provide recommendations to improve the ministry's employment and training programs.

About the job

• Lead advanced quantitative and statistical analysis to ensure effective policy and program development.
• Develop high-quality analytical reports and recommendations to meet Ministry needs.
• Provide cross-Ministry expertise to support policy and planning initiatives.
• Promote a data-driven culture within the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

Data Analysis and Research Skills:

• Data analysis and visualization skills to interpret complex information from diverse sources.
• Experience with statistical modeling, forecasting, economic analysis, geospatial analysis, survey design, and impact evaluation.
• Knowledge of quantitative and statistical research methods with skills in data analysis, variable definitions, database processes, systems and applications to conduct analytics, evaluate program performance and ensure data integrity.
• Proficiency in working with large datasets and analytical tools to generate insights and performance measures.
• Ability to use and knowledge of softwares such as Power BI, R, Python, ArcGIS and GitHub.
• Knowledge of data governance principles, documentation, workflow development.
• Research and assess emerging trends, methodologies, and relevant data.
• Acquire, assess, and analyze data to support policy, funding, and planning decisions.

Project Management and Leadership Experience:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify key trends and issues, interpret research results and make recommendations.
• Plan, lead, and execute multiple medium-to-large projects effectively.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Engage stakeholders, influence decision-making, and drive data improvement initiatives.
• Support consensus building with stakeholders, partners

Employment, Training and Labour Market Analysis Experience

• Knowledge of economic, labour and program data sources (e.g., labour market information, census, open data portals, geospatial data, administrative data).
• Knowledge of employment and training programs/initiatives/services.
• Experience with client outcomes and/or program accountability frameworks.
• Knowledge of economic, demographic, and human-services concepts to analyze data and turn it into useful insights.
• Awareness of current issues and trends in the human-services system to support planning and anticipate client needs.

Communication and Presentation Skills:

• Clearly communicate complex data and insights through written reports, briefing notes, decision notes and presentations.
• Deliver effective presentations to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Prepare and present project plans, technical reports, and planning documents.
• Explain complex data issues and analyzes to non-technical audiences in an accessible way.
• Collaborate effectively with program and project teams.

Address:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 315 Front St W, Toronto, Toronto Region