Help protect Ontario's environment by applying your skills in economic modelling and policy analysis.Use your analytical expertise to support evidence-based decisions that help reduce emissions, strengthen environmental programs, and shape policies that impact communities across the province. If you're looking for meaningful work that connects data, research, and environmental action, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• Analyze and evaluate policy and program data using quantitative methods to identify trends and emerging issues.
• Carry out economic research and develop models to assess the environmental and economic impacts of proposed measures, including emissions-reduction initiatives.
• Conduct policy and issue analysis to support policy and program development.
• Participate in impact analysis and prepare cost/benefit estimates for policy or program changes, tracking and validating results.
• Work with internal and external partners to share research findings, exchange information, and support effective decision-making.
What you bring to the team
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
You have:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to policy, program, or research work.
• Experience conducting policy research and analyzing trends, issues, or outcomes.
• Knowledge of financial and statistical analysis techniques.
• Ability to assess complex information to support policy development and decision-making.
Economic and Technical Expertise:
You have:
• Skill in qualitative and quantitative analysis to evaluate policy and program options.
• Knowledge of economic methods, modelling techniques, and statistical tools.
• Experience with research methods, financial modelling, or econometric analysis.
• Understanding of environmental concepts, policies, or trends that support your analysis.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
You have:
• Ability to prepare written materials such as reports, summaries, or presentations.
• Strong consultation and presentation skills to share findings with internal and external partners.
• Ability to respond to requests for information using tact and professionalism.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
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