Market Research Analyst, MAR at Alma Mater Society

Kingston, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Market Research, Survey Development, Focus Groups, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Strategic Planning, Advocacy, Budget Administration, Stakeholder Communication, Transition Planning, User Polls

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University. The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution. In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students. Job Summary The Market Research Analyst is responsible for all market research for the advocacy work and services of the AMS. The goal of market research is to ensure the AMS is able to be aware and respond to student opinion and customer feedback, contribute to long term strategic planning, and to guide advocacy to the University, province, and City of Kingston. Through surveys, focus groups, and research; the Market Research Manager will ensure the AMS continues to work for the needs of students. Responsibilities Develop and administer a goal plan subject alongside the Strategic Research Steering Committee (SRSC) Develop and administer a budget subject to the approval of the Board of Directors Work directly under the President to conduct market research for the AMS Report to, and take direction from the SRSC Direct and implement regular market research services, data collection, and feedback, including but not limited to focus groups, feedback surveys, user polls, etc. Work with Commissioners and Services to strategize and execute market research plans, which include but are not limited to surveys and focus groups Organize, analyze, and communicate information from market research initiatives to the AMS Executive, the SRSC, and other stakeholders (i.e., Board of Directors, Assembly, student body) to inform decision making and advocacy Create and develop surveys, polls, and focus groups to set direction for AMS Advocacy Conduct research at the discretion of the AMS Executive Ensure an effective transition process by completing a transition manual and providing on-the-job training to their successor Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Participate in pan-AMS recruitment efforts for full-time hiring for next year The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Responsibilities

The Market Research Analyst is responsible for all market research supporting the AMS's advocacy work and services, aiming to align AMS actions with student opinion and feedback. This involves developing and implementing research methods like surveys and focus groups to guide strategic planning and advocacy efforts.