Job Description

Competition # : 42327Department: African Nova Scotian AffairsLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b05-Apr-24 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)Designation StatusThis opportunity is designated to applicants who identify as African/Black Nova Scotians or Other Racially Visible Persons. You must self-identify during the application process.See the for more information, including additional details on the designated groupsAbout UsAfrican Nova Scotian Affairs (ANSA) is a vital link that connects government and the African Nova Scotian community. ANSA promotes understanding of African Nova Scotian issues; draws attention to the priorities that matter to communities; and supports concerns that need be addressed. These efforts are essential to help government better serve African Nova Scotians.ansa.novascotia.cahttps://cch.novascotia.ca/About Our OpportunityThe Research and Statistical Officer is responsible for providing recommendations and advice on African Nova Scotian affairs based on research, statistics, data and analysis so that more informed decisions are made.Primary AccountabilitiesIn this position, duties include:

• Providing recommendations for program delivery based on the analysis on research by collecting assorted background information and data, analyzing and presenting options for program and policy development, by providing advice on broader government research and data, identifying deficiencies in datasets, and recommending actions to address the deficiencies.
• Collecting and presenting information/data to ensure a more comprehensive perspective which is required for success in program delivery and policy implementation by developing position papers, undertaking research projects to collect anecdotal evidence, and qualitative data, and by developing research proposals for studies.
• Ensuring African Nova Scotian concerns are being addressed by reporting on gaps in government services to African Nova Scotians, and preparing documentation to augment documents, reports, or media communiques by maintaining and reporting on the data and other sources of information.
• Building relationships, gathering information, and sharing resources by communicating via regular e-mails with the African Nova Scotian community, maintaining the ANSA client database, maintaining, and developing content for ANSA website, representing the division at meetings and workshops and by liaising with other levels of government and external groups.
• Supporting internal and external clients by making recommendations based on analysis of the research, and by facilitating the connections between organizations and resources.

Qualifications and ExperienceTo be successful in this role you have a Bachelors\' degree plus 5 years related experience, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.You must have strong background in all aspects of data analysis, including planning, executing, and summarizing complex data requests. You also have significant experience providing sound advice, informing policy and program development using evidence-based approaches driven by data.You will have demonstrated project leadership and advanced interpersonal and leadership skills to work within a collaborative and creative team environment and be willing to put forward ideas and suggestions that are innovative and may include a degree of risk.You have strong communication skills, and superior writing skills (written and verbal) with proven experience in working with clients to document requirements, create reports, and deliver presentations.You are extremely comfortable with a wide variety of software and be adept at learning new software packages. Advanced excel skills are mandatory. You must possess experience with data analysis software such as IBM Cognos Analytics, Power BI, Tableau, etc.We may assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless career paths for Nova Scotians.
• Department specific flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 13Salary Range: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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