Surveillance Coordinator and Data Analyst

Plant health surveillance programs are essential for identification and management of plant health issues and risks posed by new pests and diseases. The Surveillance Coordinator and Data Analyst plays a key role in driving digital transformation to modernize plant health data collection, standardization and analysis for the purposes of detection, monitoring and surveillance of plant pests to enable evidence
- and risk-based actions.

If you have a strong technical background in data analysis, excellent project management, facilitation, collaboration and coordination skills and a desire to drive digital transformation this role is for you.

This is your opportunity to lead the transformation of new and existing research, data and ideas into practical programs, products and services which will ensure Ontario's agricultural sector remains competitive and environmentally responsible.

**What can I expect to do in this role?**:

- act as the lead provincial specialist on plant health surveillance and associated data analysis
- lead Ontario's technology transfer activities through the development, coordination and implementation of strategies, policies and programs
- coordinate projects designed to drive digital transformation and assess the applicability and sustainability of new and existing data, practices, products, technologies and programs
- prepare and deliver educational information and awareness building tools to facilitate change
- act as a liaison between the research community and industry
- manage contentious and high priority issues
- contribute to evidence-based policy and program development through the analysis and interpretation of statistical data

**How do I qualify?**:
**Mandatory requirement**:

- In order to conduct site visits at rural and remote locations, you must hold a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.

**Technical Knowledge**:

- You have expert knowledge of scientific theories, principles and practices in the design, implementation and analysis of plant health surveillance programs.
- You have knowledge of the Ontario agricultural industry (e.g. economics, social importance, roles and mandates of farm and commodity organizations).
- You have knowledge of relevant acts and regulations that impact plant health surveillance programs.

**Research, Analytical, Evaluation and Problem-Solving Skills**:

- You have knowledge of research methods and best practices to investigate the viability and applicability of new methods, techniques and technologies, analyze the validity of research findings and make recommendations on their suitability for Ontario conditions.
- You are able to identify and investigate plant health surveillance issues, trends and developments through the collection, analysis and interpretation of data.

**Project Management and Organizational Skills**:

- You have planning and coordination skills to manage project activities and resource requirements.
- You have analytical and problem-solving skills to assess project requirements, priorities and timelines to provide technical leadership toward the development and implementation of data management and analysis.
- You have organizational skills to manage concurrent projects and activities and ensure efficient use of resources.

**Communication and Interpersonal Skills**:

- You have written communication skills to develop professional documents, reports and educational materials using clear, concise language.
- You have oral communication skills to present information, options and recommendations in a clear, concise and logical manner.
- You have the proven ability to develop and present information in many formats and can determine the most effective way to transfer technical information.
- You have interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective provincial, national and international working relationships and demonstrated ability to develop partnerships with clients.

**Consultation and Facilitation Skills**:

- You can encourage and motivate agricultural and rural organizations to develop and support policies and programs that encourage the adoption and maintenance of sustainable practices in their agricultural and rural communities.
- You have verbal communication skills to discuss and present information, outlining options and recommendations on how technologies, policies and programs can be applied.
- You have tact, diplomacy, and consensus-building skills to establish and enhance partnerships, coalitions and networks.

**Computer Skills**:
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