Statistical Analyst

at  ITK

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Manager of Inuit Qaujisarvingat (IQ), the Statistical Analyst will work to ensure ITK’s advocacy work is informed by current and accurate data and information. The Statistical Analyst’s primary responsibility is to gather data and information on a rolling basis that inform and support ITK in achieving its strategic goals. In addition, the employee is responsible for the coordination of data and statistical-related activities across ITK departments, data collection, analysis and report writing, organizing workshops and training opportunities, proposal review and writing, committee work, consultation with regional Inuit organizations, and other related tasks.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong quantitative, research, and data analysis skills;
• Experience with planning, preparing and disseminating data-based reports, briefings and other products;
• Ability to think critically, including problem solving, research evaluation and analysis;
• Good attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting with diverse partners and stakeholders;
• Excellent cross-cultural skills and the ability to deal with diverse opinions;
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset), including the ability to communicate quantitative information through technical and plain-language materials;
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet manipulation and presentation software. Statistical software knowledge (SAS, SPSS, Stata) an asset;
• Ability to understand and interpret policy, legislation and regulation;
• Ability and willingness to travel and;
• Sensitivity to and awareness of local, political and cultural issues.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience conducting research and data analysis related to Inuit issues is an asset.

EDUCATION

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline which included some quantitative analysis or research courses combined with 2 years of related work experience in quantitative/statistical research position; or
• A degree or diploma in a relevant discipline combined with 3-4 years of related work experience

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