Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid)

Type: Full-time, 1-year contract with automatic conversion to permanent

Reports to: Director of Research and Policy

Salary: $78,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience

Start date: Immediate

Number of positions: 2

Position Summary

Canada’s electricity sector is experiencing significant growth and transformation. As Canadians electrify their homes and vehicles, integrate renewable energy technologies into the grid and embrace the impact of digital technology, it is crucial to bring together employers, unions, post-secondary institutions and policymakers to address the labour challenges confronting the sector.

Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is working with its partners to build a world-class, safety-focused, innovative and inclusive electricity workforce. One element of this work is to forecast the labour market requirements for the future and understand the current labour market context.

The Labour Market Economist works closely with another economist and plays a pivotal role in EHRC’s Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) team. They gather and analyze qualitative and quantitative information, produces labour market forecasts and authors high quality written reports. The research carried out by the LMI team directly impacts the efficiency of electricity sector participants, as well as those transitioning from other sectors of the economy into it. As a member of a small but enthusiastic team, the successful candidate will report directly to the Director of Research and Policy. They will propose, develop and implement appropriate research methodologies—such as focus group analysis and surveys, to obtain input/perspectives from EHRC’s stakeholders, which primarily include employers, unions, trade associations and academic institutions. The Labour Market Economist oversees and supports the development and delivery of labour market research specific to Canada’s electricity, renewable power and other related industries.

Responsibilities

The Labour Market Economist is responsible for acquiring and analyzing sector-specific labour market information and contributing to the production of authoritative written reports. Specific responsibilities include:

Labour market intelligence and analysis

Conducts research, analysis and disseminates reliable and credible labour market, human resources and related information to electricity sector participants and its stakeholders.
Collects and analyzes primary and secondary research on labour market and other economic conditions, as well as regulatory/legislative and competitive developments.
Monitors domestic and international economic developments, to ensure the relevance and currency of EHRC’s labour market information, forecasts and other products

Research methodology and development of analytical tools

As a member of the LMI team, the Labour Market Economist contributes to the development and execution of EHRC’s research initiatives.
Develops and maintains EHRC’s economic analysis tools and econometric models to support its analytical and modelling processes.
Uses advanced analytical techniques to identify trends, scrape information from unstructured data sources and provide automated solutions.
Leads development and maintenance of EHRC’s databases and other statistical information relevant to EHRC’s analysis and models.

Survey design and data visualization

Designs and administers survey instruments to collect targeted data for labour market studies.
Creates charts, graphs, and data visualization tools to communicate research findings to EHRC colleagues and external audiences.

Stakeholder engagement and reporting

Develops informational products that address the research priorities of the organization, including presentations customized to industry, policymakers, academia, unions and other stakeholders.
Delivers onsite presentations to EHRC stakeholder audiences across Canada.
Works with external clients to develop appropriate research methods to examine regional and national labour market conditions.
Contributes to the production of relevant and authoritative information products, such as briefing notes, articles and detailed written reports.
Interacts with official organizations and trade associations to procure statistical information and data.

Policy analysis

Conducts research and analysis on policies, programs and regulations that could impact the electricity sector labour market
Contributes to the development of policy recommendations and strategies based on research findings.
Ensures that lessons-learned, best practices and stakeholder inputs are integrated into EHRC’s LMI and research approaches and forecasts.

Qualifications

University degree in economics, preferably at the master’s level
Three-years’ experience working in a related field
Experience in labour market analysis and economic forecasting and modelling
Experience with analyzing workforce dynamics and metrics, including productivity, competencies, inclusion, education pathways and technology
Familiarity with R and SQL
Ability to manage external client relationships and produce custom research that meets the needs of stakeholders
Ability to write and communicate effectively
Ability to conduct and interpret qualitative and quantitative research
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to present research findings to a wide range of external audiences

Work Environment

Ottawa-based, hybrid work environment (minimum 3 days in office per week).
Small office with a team of about 18 staff.
Close to public transport, paid parking available and local amenities nearby.
Some travel across Canada is required.

Compensation and Benefits

One-year contract with conversion to permanent on successful completion of deliverables in the first year.
Salary: $78,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
15 days of paid vacation annually, 1 paid volunteer day, and 3 bonus days in December.
Flexible health benefits package upon the completion of probation, including prescription drugs and a Health Care Spending Account.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employer-matched RRSP contributions after one year of service.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Applications

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to jobs.ottawaon@expresspros.com.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Do you only meet some of the requirements but still think you are a good fit? At EHRC, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

EHRC is an enthusiastic equal-opportunity employer. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, please let us know. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.

About EHRC

Electricity is an essential component of the Canadian economy, powered by over 100,000 Canadians who generate, transmit and distribute it to homes and businesses nationwide. As demographics and technology evolve, the industry must adapt and grow its skilled workforce. Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) supports this transition by providing objective research, information and tools on labour market trends, helping the workforce remain innovative and improve service quality. EHRC is a trusted partner, offering evidence-based solutions to the human resource challenges in the electricity sector.

We respectfully acknowledge that we conduct business on the ancestral and unceded territories of all First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples across Turtle Island. EHRC’s head office is located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe people, whose enduring presence and contributions we honour.

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