Information Officer/Analyst Economics

Working within the Nunavut Bureau of Statistics and reporting to the Territorial Statistician, the Information Officer/Analyst (Economics) is accountable for producing a wide variety of statistical publications and reports; responding to requests for statistical information; researching information; developing, maintaining and interpreting economic data; and general administrative functions along with other related duties.

The key responsibilities of the Information Officer/Analyst (Economics) include but are not limited to:

• Review daily and monthly statistical releases from Statistics Canada, CANSIM, and other external sources.
• Prepare briefing notes, fact sheets, executive summaries, and scheduled publications covering key economic indicators such as employment, retail, CPI, and census data.
• Coordinate the distribution of media transmissions, official statistical releases, and web updates. 
• Respond to requests for statistical information from government departments, media, and the public by reviewing inquiries, extracting data, and coordinating follow-ups.
• Research information, analyze government requirements, and execute statistical projects to develop and maintain economic data under the guidance of the Territorial Statistician. 
• Monitor and analyze statistical issues affecting Nunavut data within the national statistical framework, and support territorial positions for federal-provincial-territorial statistical committees.
• Provide general administrative support, including handling general inquiries, greeting visitors, and preparing correspondence

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized

University degree in Statistics, Economics or related field, along with two (2) years’ experience in an office environment in a research capacity or position.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. 

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered. Applicants who possess equivalent education and/or experience that meets the requirements outlined above are encouraged to apply.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies