Senior Statistics and Data Consultant

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Requisition ID: 16983
Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept.
Service: Corporate Finance Service
Branch: Business Systems Modernization Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary-Up to 3 years
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: CIPP
Salary Information: $93,764.58- $114,097.62 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Administrative and Support Services
Application Close: 29/04/2025

JOB SUMMARY

You are responsible for the data conversion, migration and overall analytics strategy of a temporary, large-scale, high profile operational project: the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Renewal SAP S/4HANA Modernization initiative. You ensure alignment between business and technical goals related to the analytics strategy through the implementation of SAP S/4HANA and are instrumental in driving the project success.

You provide data analytics strategy experience and technical analytical experience, overseeing project resources to define, plan and deliver the data conversion, migration and analytics strategy for SAP S/4HANA across the City. You are responsible for coordinating with other managers, project leadership and team members to manage dependencies, timelines, risks and integration points across the project.

You also provide consultation and advice to client groups and project leadership on data conversion, migration and the overall analytics strategy, ensuring the project meets business needs and improves business operations.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in a high-impact, multi-year project that will drive significant business transformation. You'll be at the center of an enterprise-wide initiative and will have the chance to shape the future of our organization's core processes.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a 4-year university degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics or a related field.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in a data collection, statistical, analytical and performance measurement function. Performance and quality experience should include implementing performance management frameworks, observing and applying best practices, implementing and evaluating performance metrics, and leading efforts between clients to ensure cohesive application of quality standards. Business intelligence and analytics experience should include developing analytic models, establishing best practices and processes, working with business intelligence and data visualization tools and large datasets, and conducting and interpreting statistical analyses and predictive modeling.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) current with CPA Ontario is desirable.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of data systems, statistical data collection, data analytics, databases, and statistical analysis methods and tools.
• Knowledge of survey techniques and methodologies and emerging research technology.
• Knowledge of automated Quality Assurance systems.
• Performance Improvement Plans and performance reporting tools and practices.
• Statistical methods related to quality tracking and reporting.
• General knowledge of the corporate technology systems and databases.
• General knowledge of corporate/departmental policies and procedures.
• Organizational development principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of process improvement methods and techniques.
• Facilitation processes and managing groups.
• Budget process and management.
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong analytical mindset with results-oriented, data-driven skills to develop and recommend statistical and analytical solutions to business problems.
• Strong planning, facilitation, analysis, coordination and influencing skills to achieve continuous improvement and successful program execution.
• Build effective relationships through partnering and collaboration.
• Ability to use Lean and Six Sigma principles to identify core processes to achieve “best practice” level and to deliver superior results.
• Proven ability to execute a green belt level project and achieve measurable benefits.
• Ability to influence higher-level managers and peers.
• Lead, motivate, initiate, analyze, plan, organize and facilitate change to assist management and staff in dealing with a dynamic and challenging new environment.
• Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear and concise information, effective presentations and reports.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan, organize and implement work groups.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and train staff on quality processes.
• Strong customer service focus and commitment to service excellence.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Organized and performs tasks with minimal supervision.
• Works well under pressure and tight deadlines with multiple priorities.
• Passion for analytics with desire and flexibility to embrace emerging technologies and approaches and expand their knowledge base to grow their skills in adjacent disciplines.
• Strong ethics and committed to positively influencing a safe work environment.
• Creative and innovative problem solver.
• Demonstrated initiative.
• Focus on continuous improvement.
• Tactful and diplomatic.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.