Outreach Research Analyst

Role Responsibilities

The Outreach Research Analyst reports directly to the Director of Outreach. Responsibilities for this role include:

• Determining the methods for data collection to ensure the right tools are used and only relevant data is gathered.
• Identifying and leveraging linkages to existing research across the department to tie in outreach rather than duplicate efforts (e.g., emerging technologies).
• Collaborating with division staff to ensure coordination and integration of research activities.
• Maintaining awareness of relevant international, national and provincial initiatives to inform specific outreach strategies.
• Completing primary and secondary research to inform Ministerial operations.
• Analyzing information and data to make informed conclusions and determine applicability of industry research.
• Planning and completing environmental scans of similar jurisdictions and industry in relation to Alberta's digital context.
• Reviewing previous data for comparison and determining the trends.
• Developing research reports, briefing notes, presentations or other documents to distribute or present key information and supporting decision-making processes with internal staff, senior leaders and stakeholder.
• Advising management on potential strategies to implement per the research.
• Communicating economic and financial impact that may result from changes.
• Collaborating with management to formulate implementation strategies.Developing responses to action requests, preparing briefing notes and reviewing communication releases.
  

To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:

• Critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Project planning and management skills.
• Well-developed analytical and evaluation skills.Well-developed teamwork and collaboration skills.
  

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

• Drive for Results: Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes. Uses variety of resources to monitor own performance standards. Acknowledges even indirect responsibility. Commits to what is good for Albertans even if not immediately accepted. Reaches goals consistent with APS direction.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Facilitates open communication and leverages team skill. Leverages skills and knowledge of others. Genuinely values and learns from others. Facilitates open and respectful conflict resolution. Recognizes and appreciates others.
• Develop Networks: Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders. Identifies key stakeholder relationships. Has contact with range of interested parties. Actively incorporates needs of a broader group. Influences others through communication techniques.
• Systems Thinking: Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals. Seeks insight on implications of different options. Analyzes long-term outcomes, focus on goals and values. Identifies unintended consequences.Creative Problem Solving: Creates the environment for innovative problem solving. Generates new ways of thinking; ensures right questions are being asked about a problem. Eliminates barriers to creativity and innovation. Encourages a culture of innovation.
  

Qualifications

University degree in a related field, such as Business, Arts, or Technology, plus 2 (two) years of progressive experience related to digital delivery and user-centered approaches; or equivalent as described below.
Equivalencies:
Directly related education or experience considered based on:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
  

Requirements:

• Theoretical and applied knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, data analyses, and results presentations.
• Experience with computer applications and skills related to research (e.g., databases, presentations, statistics programs).
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information drawn from disparate sources, making recommendations based on findings, and presenting the information in a variety of written formats to various audiences.Ability to apply the principles of user-centered analysis and its importance to user-centered design.
  

Assets:

• Knowledge of Agile delivery approaches.Knowledge and understanding of department and division priorities related to outreach and digital transformation
  

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Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position
Hours of Work: 36.25 hrs/week - Monday to Friday
Location: Edmonton (remote across Alberta)
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service -
• Pension plans - Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
• Professional learning and development -
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreementLeadership and mentorship programs