About the Role
As a Labour Market Information (LMI) Specialist, you will be responsible for collecting, researching, analyzing, and disseminating labour market information, research, and policies to support the organization's operational performance and growth.
Responsibilities
- Collect, understand, analyze and interpret labour market information on a national, provincial and community level that provides value to various internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify and keep current on activities, policies and key personnel connected to WCG’s current and prospective funders/customers.
- Work closely with the Employment Services, Contract Manager team to support in the evaluation of the Service Provider Network.
- Support the development of research projects within WCG or with third party collaborators.
- Lead and participate in localization to meet Bid localization needs by catchment and/or community/neighbourhood level.
- Disseminate industry knowledge and labour market information to WCG stakeholders through an effective and efficient communication strategy.
- Maintain and regularly update WCG’s Resource Library as well as summaries of best practices for serving specific Inclusion Groups.
- Report out on inclusion groups within catchments.
- Provide labour market information and data for funder/customer required Annual Business Plans and other reports.
- Provide administrative support as required.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) in social sciences, economics, business administration or in a related discipline and/or combination of equivalent relevant education and experience.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience compiling, analyzing and presenting labour market information and related data and reports.
- Experience with developing, conducting, and analysis of surveys/questionnaires, including the use of survey tools that meet FOIPA requirements in Canada.
- Experience with research projects preferably in the human services industry.
- Experience with the operations and structure of government statistical databases (e.g. Statistics Canada’s Census data).
- Experience organizing and collating data; analytical report writing skills.
- Advanced to intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Excel, Project, and PowerPoint, is essential.
- Strong proficiency with PowerBI and experience with interactive mapping software (such as My Maps and QGIS) is preferred.
- Aptitude at building custom data visuals (e.g. graphs, interactive maps) to showcase labour market information.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration and facilitation skills.
- Strong written communication skills including ability to produce exceptional written content for a range of audiences within tight deadlines.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to constant change.
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work independently.
- Must successfully pass a Criminal Record Check.
- Please provide a link to your portfolio or work samples along with your application.
Skills
- Labour market information analysis
- Data collection
- Research
- Policy analysis
- Communication strategy
- Report writing
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, PowerPoint)
- PowerBI
- Interactive mapping software (My Maps, QGIS)
- Data visualization
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaboration
- Facilitation
- Written communication
Location
- Remote - Canada
Work Type
- Remote
- Permanent
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years’ experience compiling, analyzing and presenting labour market information and related data and reports
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) in social sciences, economics, business administration or in a related discipline
Salary/Compensations
- $70,000 - $80,000 per year
Benefits
- Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits
- RRSP Matching program of 2.5% base earnings
- Coverage for your credential or designation fee
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Generous time-off policies that promote work/life balance
About the Company
- Since 1994, WCG has been partnering with governments and local agencies across Canada to create sustainable employment opportunities for people, businesses and communities.
- We believe in the power of work, as it gives hope, strengthens relationships and drives economic growth.
Equal Opportunity
- WCG is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to achieving a workplace that is equitable and representative of Canada’s diverse population.
- We actively work to attract, develop, and retain employees from diverse and equity-deserving backgrounds who have exceptional ability and the desire to make a difference.
- We continuously strive to support individual needs and differences in a work environment that is built on inclusivity and respect for everyone.
- WCG is committed to providing an accessible, barrier free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation in advance of any part of the recruitment and selection process.
