Economics Specialist - Forest Economy

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If you have what it takes to conduct in-depth research and provide expert analysis and advice in regards to the forest products sector and emerging forest bioeconomy in Ontario, consider this interesting and challenging opportunity.

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About the job

In this role, you will:

• coordinate and conduct research, analysis and environmental scanning to provide recommendations on options/ strategies that position the forest based industry in Ontario to be competitive in the marketplace
• collaborate with other stakeholders on strategic issues, research requirements and implications of social and economic trends and developments
• review, analyse and evaluate project proposals for Forest Resource Processing Facility Licences and other projects that will make use of Crown forest resources
• assist in the development of training, communications products and presentations on the role of the forest-based economy for a variety of internal and external stakeholders and clients
• represent provincial or Ministry forest economy interests on task teams, committees, and working groups
• prepare briefing notes, background papers and analysis to ensure the Minster and senior management are prepared when meeting with stakeholders or other government agencies

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What you bring to the team

Technical expertise:

• expertise in natural resource management, economic theory, research methods and analytical techniques to develop and coordinate effective strategies, policies, agreements, programs, guidelines and legislation
• thorough knowledge of technological, social, economic, environmental and political trends and environmental scanning techniques to effectively meet the expectations of the position

Project management and planning skills:

• expert knowledge of research design, project planning and project management techniques to design, develop and implement project plans for carrying out economic research initiatives by a team
• organizational and financial skills and entrepreneurial spirit to identify and validate renewable resource use opportunities, stimulate projects and establish priorities

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• communication and interpersonal skills such as judgement, tact and diplomacy to exchange information and explain program/policy issues and to present program and policy options to other staff, program team members, managers and senior managers
• demonstrated writing skills to prepare summaries of research and findings, develop reports and briefing materials on recommended program/policy options and implementation strategies
• proven facilitation, networking and communication skills to consult and negotiate with Ministry staff, industry, academia, researchers and stakeholders regarding renewable energy programs

Analytical and problem-solving skills:

• knowledge of analytical, data modelling and problem-solving techniques to carry out complex analysis and evaluation of complex social and economic issues associated with an evolving forest economy
• proven analytical and problem-solving skills for planning, evaluating and recommending policies and programs in the context of a developing forest economy

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Additional information:

Note:

• N-NR-98169/16

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.