Job Description

About CANCEA

CANCEA is a consultancy and analytics firm known for rigorous, evidence-based socio-economic analysis. We support governments, industry, and NGOs with modelling, research, and clear reporting that informs better decisions across Canada.

The Opportunity

We're hiring a highly organised, detail-oriented

Junior Analyst & Executive Assistant

to support the

CEO

, manage office operations, coordinate projects, and help tell our story through LinkedIn articles and client-ready reports. You'll combine executive support and office management with light research/analysis and professional document production.

Note:

This position reports directly to

Paul Smetanin, CEO

. Given the nature of our work and the CEO's public profile, this is a

high-visibility, high-trust role

that is important to the organisation. Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement are essential.

What You'll Do

Executive & Administrative Support

Manage the CEO's calendar, meetings, travel, and correspondence. Prepare agendas, record meeting notes, track action items, and follow up to completion. Draft, proofread, and format client materials (Word, PowerPoint) to a professional standard.

Office Management

Own day-to-day office operations: supplies, vendors, basic bookkeeping support (receipts, invoices), and onboarding logistics. Maintain tidy file structures and version control for working documents. Uphold confidentiality and data security standards.

Project Coordination

Build and maintain simple project plans, timelines, and status trackers. Coordinate inputs across team members; ensure deliverables meet quality and branding standards. Support proposal preparation (RFP compliance checks, bios, formatting).

Content & Communications

Draft and publish concise, engaging

LinkedIn

articles/posts aligned with our research and policy work. Edit and assemble report sections; check references, figures, and tables for accuracy and clarity. Ensure tone, approvals, and accessibility standards are met before publishing.

Research & Analysis (Junior Analyst scope)

Conduct desk research on economics/public policy topics and summarise findings. Clean and organise datasets; produce descriptive tables/charts in

Excel

. Contribute to slide decks and written reports with careful sourcing and QA.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree

(economics, public policy, business, communications, or related field). Demonstrated

interest in economics/public policy

.

Fluent English

(excellent writing and editing);

French

is a strong asset. 1-3 years' relevant experience (EA/office admin, project coordination, research, or communications). Strong, hands-on proficiency with

Microsoft Outlook, LinkedIn, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

. Meticulous attention to detail, strong organisation, and the ability to prioritise in a deadline-driven environment. Professional, client-facing communication style; discretion with sensitive information.

On-site availability

in Toronto; legal right to work in Canada.

Why Join Us

Meaningful work that influences public policy and investment decisions across Canada. Mentorship from senior experts and clear growth pathways (toward PM, operations, or analysis). Collaborative team with high standards and a supportive culture.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00-$54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Application question(s):

Is your cumulative GPA in your bachelor's degree on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) greater than 3.8? Did you do your bachelor's degree at a Canadian university? Do you speak English fluently and do you have the ability to write short LinkedIn articles about what we do? Would your friends consider you to be active daily on social media platforms? Do you live within 40 minutes of downtown Toronto?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person