Labour Market Information Specialist

Company Description

We believe in the power of work. Since 1994, we’ve been partnering with governments and local agencies across Canada to create sustainable employment opportunities for people, businesses and communities. We understand that work gives hope, strengthens relationships and drives economic growth.

Job Description

About the role 

Location: Remote - Canada

Travel Expectations: Within Canada as required 

Additional Requirements: Please provide a link to your portfolio or work samples along with your application. 

Like WCG, you believe in the power of work. As a Labour Market Information (LMI) Specialist , you’ll be responsible for the collection, research, analysis, and effective dissemination of labour market information, research, and policies internally and to WCG's external collaborators to support the organization's operational performance and growth. 

What you'll do

• Collect, understand, analyze and interpret labour market information on a national, provincial and community level that provides value to various internal and external stakeholders in our company (e.g., for operational performance, business development, marketing, and strategic planning)

• Identify and keep current on activities, policies and key personnel connected to WCG’s current and prospective funders/customers, including through media releases, social media and RSS Feeds

• Work closely with the Employment Services, Contract Manager team to support in the evaluation of the Service Provider Network to support performance

• Support the development of research projects (eg. WCG Employment Index) 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 (including graphs, interactive maps, Resource Spotlight)

• 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 (e.g. population stats by community and neighbourhood)

• Provide labour market information and data for funder/customer required Annual Business Plans and other reports, including social and economic profiles of delivery/catchment areas

Qualifications

What you bring

• 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 to enable work with teams across WCG

• 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

• Administrative support as required

• Must successfully pass a Criminal Record Check

For complete job requirements, see the full Job Description here

Additional Information

What we offer

• Competitive salary of $70,000 - $ 80,000 per year (based on full-time hours)

• Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits

• RRSP Matching program of 1.5% base earnings

• Coverage for your credential or designation fee

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

• Generous time-off policies that promote work/life balance

• A diverse and inclusive workplace with a track record of high employee engagement and teamwork

• The opportunity to do work that makes a difference!

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Matter

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.

Passion and Lived Experience Matter!

If you don’t quite have the above credentials but feel passionate about this role and your ability to do it successfully, please APPLY ANYWAY! Tell us in your application why you believe you would be a great fit. We believe in developing talent and have a wide range of opportunities to support passionate team members as they grow towards their employment goals.