Are you looking for a challenging, multifaceted position that involves working with the largest data holdings in the Ministry of Education? If so, consider this exciting opportunity in the Education Analytics Branch!

The Statistical Modelling and Trending Unit and the Dissemination and Reporting Unit are looking for performance-driven and innovative professionals to bring their proven expertise in statistical analysis, project management, and communication to the following available positions:

• Statistical Research Coordinator: 1 Permanent
• Senior Statistical and Research Analyst: 1 Temporary Assignment
• Decision Support Lead: 1 Temporary Assignment

We are seeking diverse candidates who enjoy working in an inclusive, collaborative, and high-paced environment to help deliver on ministry commitments and priorities.

The Education Analytics Branch (EAB) supports the analysis and dissemination of data by developing reports and tools for public, school board and ministry use to inform policy development, instructional practice, and system management. EAB works with ministry-wide stakeholders to broaden the use of analytics in the ministry and is the central point of contact for other jurisdictions concerning education statistics.

You will:

• Provide strategic advice, evaluation and recommendations to senior management on a range of statistical analysis, educational issues and data
• Provide project leadership, coaching and guidance to staff
• Develop, prepare and present reports, analysis and briefing materials for senior management and stakeholders
• Conduct in-depth analysis of data to meet ministry requirements.
• Plan and lead complex research studies to address issues, inform ministry policy and program development

Want to learn more? Join our information session.

On Tuesday April 28th at 1:30pm the hiring managers will host an Information session. PLEASE REGISTER HERE to find out more about the job, the team and what it is like working at the Ministry of Education. You are welcome to participate anonymously.

Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.

• You have knowledge of research and statistical analysis techniques and methodologies to analyze large and complex data and interpret results.
• You have demonstrated strong technical skills to assess analytical needs, anticipate complex issues and develop options and recommendations.
• You have project management skills and experience to plan and lead analytical projects and provide guidance to project teams.

• You have effective oral and written communication skills to present complex information to non-technical users in a clear manner and to prepare reports and briefing materials to represent the ministry in working groups.
• You have consultation and facilitation skills to provide leadership and expert advice to senior management, other