Research Analyst

**Research Analyst**

**Join a Team that’s Raising the Bar**

We are currently seeking a Research Analyst to contribute to the work of our emergency and business continuity managers by providing research and data analysis to support the development of evidence-based resources and tools. The work will entail data collection and analysis, research and synthesis of information, and preparation of presentations, charts, and tables.

You will be joining a team of hard-working, friendly professionals from a wide range of backgrounds who are united in their desire to increase disaster preparedness and community resiliency.
- Note: this is a re-post of a previous job for Business/Program Analyst. Due to the volume of applicants with a vast range of experience, we decided to redefine the job description and requirements to better reflect our specific needs._

**What you’ll do**

While working closely with others in the team, you will provide a wide range of technical and analytical support, including:

- Reviewing secondary data sources to identify and synthesize industry standards, leading practices, regulatory requirements, and legislation.
- Conducting research and analysis to support the development of emergency plans, including assessment of data on population demographics, hazards, and risks.
- Developing and enhancing tools to support effective and efficient data collection and analysis.
- Supporting data collection activities (e.g. administering web-based surveys, developing interview questions) and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data.
- Presenting results of data analysis and research efforts in visual, easily understandable formats (e.g. charts, tables, and other data visualizations).
- Designing creative, user-friendly fact sheets, reports, and presentations.
- Developing and maintaining effective information management systems on SharePoint.
- Supporting project management analyzing project data and generating reports.

**What we offer**

Our work is as important and demanding as it is impactful and rewarding. Our workplace culture stems from a shared understanding of the significance and purpose of our work and the need to balance that with an environment where we are encouraged to unwind and respect downtime.

While the position is based in-office, we offer a flexible work model with the opportunity to adjust your schedule around CCEM’s core hours and the ability to work remotely on occasion.

We dedicate time to connect through regular team outings and activities. We extend our care for the community through CCEM’s give-back initiatives to support causes that are meaningful to our team members.

CCEM rewards excellence with competitive base salaries and performance-based incentives so that your earning potential is always aligned with the value you bring. In addition, our perks and benefits include:

- RRSP matching
- Starting allocation of 3 weeks’ vacation
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Annual professional development allowance
- Employee referral incentive program
- Client referral incentive program

**So, are you a fit?**

We are a high-achieving, development-focused, and highly collaborative team. We hold ourselves and each other to a consistent level of excellence and commit to only delivering truly fantastic end-products. We take pride in exceeding our client’s expectations and are motivated by the rave reviews we receive.

You may be right for this role if you have:
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., social sciences, commerce, statistics or math, public administration, business administration);
- At least two (2) years of directly related experience in a related role with a track record of having a positive impact through the work you do.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Research, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Experience conducting research (including environmental and jurisdictional scans) and providing critical appraisal and synthesis of policy, regulatory requirements, best practices, and standards;
- Excellent analytic skills for understanding, sorting, and categorizing complex information;
- Experience supporting data collection activities (e.g. conducting web-based surveys, developing interview questions) and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data;
- Experience assessing the quality of quantitative data (e.g., checking for limitations, problems, accuracy, reliability, and/or validity) and cleaning data;
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel (ideally, you love a pivot table and possibly delight in the power of INDEX/MATCH or XLOOKUP).

Communication & Collaboration Skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly explain your thought process and results;
- Experience preparing clear and concise briefing notes, presentations, reports, and correspondence;
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

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