Analyst, Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships

Why is this role important?

The Analyst works collaboratively within the Government Affairs and Strategic Partnership (GA&SP) Division and across relevant areas at CIHI to support analytical reporting, information quality activities as well as education and knowledge exchange activities for stakeholders.

Under the supervision of the Program Lead, Ontario Client Affairs, responsibilities include researching data sources, participating in environmental scanning, searching literature and evidence synthesis, conducting data analyses, conducting quality assurance checks, contributing to the writing of business intelligence articles and developing innovative means to visualize findings (e.g. infographics).

What you'll do

1. Conducts basic quantitative and/or qualitative analyses that respond to identified client needs. Provides support and assists with broader, more complex analysis and replication.

2. Conducts environmental scans and literature reviews. Synthesizes findings, provides interpretation, context and identifies key findings from analysis.

3. Responds to client requests for analysis including data validation and fact checking.

4. Liaises with stakeholders to identify data and/or analytical requirements and assists with interpretation of results, related to specific analyses.

5. Supports data quality and quality assurance process and fact checking activities as directed.

6. Supports knowledge translation and exchange activities.. May contribute to stakeholder engagements by participating in external meetings or preparing related materials.

7. Respects privacy and confidentiality of information by adhering to policies in Privacy and Confidentiality of Health Information at CIHI and related procedures and directives.

8. Develops and maintains knowledge of CIHI's data holdings, related data held by other organizations, and tools used by CIHI to access these data holdings.

9. Maintains current knowledge about analytical techniques, health services and population health research, and stakeholder information needs.

10. Collaborates with other CIHI departments and participates on CIHI project teams as required.

11. Assumes responsibility for other related duties as assigned.

What you'll bring to the table

• Undergraduate degree in epidemiology, health sciences, social sciences, statistics or similar field. Graduate degree is an asset.

• One to three years' experience working in a health care analysis or policy environment involved in the analysis, design and dissemination of research studies and related information products.

• Knowledge of the Canadian health care system and issues related to management and use of health information is required to support evidence-based decision making at the policy, strategic and operational levels of health care

• Experience in the use of software that supports literature review (Citavi), statistical analysis (SAS, R) and Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint. Experience with Python programming languages is an asset

• Sound research and written communications skills, including the ability to prepare, interpret and effectively present evidence synthesis (e.g., literature review) and key analytical findings.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, activities and priorities.

• Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team within a matrix environment.

• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Fluency in English required, bilingualism in both official languages is an asset.

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We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of CIHI's applicant screening process, we complete a comprehensive pre-employment background check for all potential hires. This includes a criminal record check, credit report, social media, and education verification.

At CIHI we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.