Research Analyst

Position: Research Analyst (Contract)
ECO Canada is the steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries. From job creation and wage funding to training and labour market research – we champion the end-to-end career of an environmental professional. Our efforts promote and drive responsible and sustainable economic growth to ensure that environmental care and best practice are a priority.

We gather and analyze skills and labour market trends within the environmental workforce and provide up-to-date, relevant data and insights for policy, business and educational purposes. Our reports support our stakeholders in four key areas: (1) employers—plan and attract qualified candidates, (2) individuals—prepare for and build environmental careers, (3) governments—develop programs and update policies, (4) educators and trainers—adapt offerings to prepare the workforce that is and will be in demand.

We provide competitive benefits and compensation with a great work environment. We are serious about performance, but we also know how to celebrate successes and have fun along the way!

Job Description
Are you looking for a role where you will truly make a difference and contribute to a growing industry in Canada? ECO Canada is looking for a performance-driven individual to join the team immediately. Reporting to the Research Director, the successful candidate will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to conduct labour market research and develop competency standards related to the environmental workforce.

As a key member of the Research team, the Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting labour market research, developing competency profiles, preparing and analyzing data, writing and editing reports, and coordinating ECO Canada’s research initiatives. The different types of research produced by ECO Canada are found here.

While each member of ECO Canada has individual responsibilities, ECO takes a team-based approach. Everyone is encouraged to take ownership of their ideas and to see them through to completion, collaborating with key influencers as required.

Responsibilities
The Research Analyst supports the various types of research within ECO Canada, including market, economic, policy, and competency standards research. The specific duties performed by the Research Analyst will be determined by the current phase of each research project and the priority of research tasks. The successful candidate will also contribute to project management and the development and delivery of presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Conduct detailed labour market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges within the Canadian environmental workforce.

Write, review, edit, data-check, and proofread research reports and supplementary materials.

Analyze job postings to determine knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to an occupation.

Develop and maintain competency profiles for various roles within the environmental sector.

Present research findings to internal and external stakeholders through briefings, webinars, and conference presentations.

Design, program, and analyze surveys using online survey platforms and statistical tools.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure research aligns with organizational goals and industry needs.

Organize, attend, and record stakeholder and team meetings.

Prepare materials for meetings and outreach activities, including agendas, slide decks, reports, and speaking notes.

Conduct interviews and support focus groups, round tables, advisory committees, workshops, and events.

Respond to data requests and provide support to peers and leaders across departments.

Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of research…