Strategy & Insights Analyst

**Avana Developments Inc.**is a high-growth company and has emerged as a leading developer in the Western Canadian construction industry. Driven by a team of motivated and enthusiastic leaders with an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit, **Avana**is dedicated to providing the community with beautiful, attainable, and safe rental homes.

We are expanding our professional team and seeking highly organized, hard-working individuals committed to personal development and excellence who share similar goals and values with our team. Everything we do is guided by our core belief that _**Our Success is Shared**_with the people who make it possible and the people who need it most. Success begins with being intentional, and when we are all invested we can accomplish the impossible. Success demands being inclusive with a relentless focus on improving continuously, while always igniting positivity to overcome the next challenge. If this sounds like you, please consider joining us to positively impact over 100,000 lives by 2030.

The **Strategy & Insights Analyst** is responsible for driving data-informed decision-making and strategic execution across Avana’s Marketing & Strategy initiatives. By coordinating the OKR (Objectives and Key Results) process, conducting resident and market research, and analyzing performance data, this role ensures that Avana remains resident-centric and positioned for sustainable growth. The **Strategy & Insights Analyst** works closely with cross-functional teams to align activities with Avana’s mission, values, and long-term strategic goals.

**Key Responsibilities**
- OKR Facilitation & Tracking _
- Collaborate with the Senior Manager and department leads to define quarterly and annual OKRs.
- Maintain an OKR dashboard, track progress, and coordinate regular review sessions.
- Provide insights and recommendations for adjusting objectives based on performance trends.
- Resident & Market Research _
- Design and execute surveys, focus groups, and other research methods to understand resident needs, demographics, and satisfaction drivers.
- Conduct competitor and market analyses to identify new opportunities and emerging trends.
- Present findings in clear, actionable formats for multiple stakeholders (e.g., Marketing, Leasing, Operations).
- Data Analysis & Insights _
- Aggregate and analyze data from marketing platforms, property management systems, and operational metrics to reveal performance patterns.
- Develop visual dashboards and reports, highlighting key KPIs and emerging opportunities.
- Partner with the Digital Marketing & Analytics Specialist to correlate marketing campaigns with resident engagement and lead generation outcomes.
- Strategic Recommendations _
- Translate research and analytics into actionable strategies for branding, resident retention, and market expansion.
- Identify areas for operational improvements, working with relevant teams to prototype and test new initiatives.
- Support annual and quarterly planning sessions, ensuring decisions align with Avana’s overarching strategic objectives.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration _
- Work closely with the Marketing Team to ensure data-driven insights inform campaign development.
- Coordinate with IT or external partners for data-related solutions and system integrations.
- Provide training or guidance on analytics tools and methodologies to foster a data-centric culture within the organization.

**Required Skills & Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Data Analytics, Marketing, or a related field (Master’s or MBA a plus).
- 2-4 years of experience in data analysis, strategy, consulting, or marketing insights roles.
- Familiarity with OKR frameworks or similar goal-setting methodologies.
- Proficiency in Excel and at least one data visualization tool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Strong qualitative and quantitative research capabilities (survey design, focus group facilitation, competitor analysis).
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner.
- Project management aptitude, with experience managing timelines and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada (i.e. Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen).

**Compensation Package**:

- **Benefits**:Dental and medical benefits package. 80% of the cost is covered by Avana. Option for the employee to purchase disability and life insurance.
- **Pension**:The Pension Plan will commence in your second year of employment. 2% of salary matched in year two, 3% of salary matched in year three, 4% of salary matched in year four and 5% of salary matched in year five.
- **Vacation Entitlement**:20 business days per year. Must be accumulated prior to taking them.
- **Annual Bonus**:Opportunity to earn up to 10% of salary as an annual bonus.
- **Probation Period**:The probation period is 90 days from the start date.
- **Criminal Record Checks**are required for all Avana employees