Selection process number:26-PED-EA-PAC-119Location:Victoria (British Columbia)Salary:$113,278 to $131,375Level:EC-06Who can apply:Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.ResponsibilitiesFormulate baseline insights from data using advanced economic methodologies to analyze trade, investment, and market diversification opportunities across sectors and the broader B.C. business landscape.Guide the construction of Power BI dashboards and conduct secondary research.Translate complex economic findings into visually compelling infographics, reports, and written materials that inform decision‑making.Engage with stakeholders—including provincial colleagues, academic researchers, and policy experts—to validate and refine insights derived from data analysis.Provide targeted economic information and analysis to support regional teams and program staff, ensuring their initiatives are grounded in robust economic intelligence.QualificationsEducation:Graduation with a degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution with a specialization in economics, sociology or statistics. Foreign credentials are accepted; an Educational Credential Assessment may be required.Experience:Experience in analyzing economic issues, defined as regional economic development, sectoral policy, competitiveness, productivity, trade or investment.Experience establishing relationships and collaborating with external parties on policy or economic initiatives.Significant experience providing oral and written strategic advice and recommendations to senior management on complex economic issues (senior management defined as Director General‑level or equivalent and above).Significant experience in developing strategies, policies, or programs to address complex economic issues (defined as sensitive and high‑profile, involving several stakeholders,



multiple approaches, and synthesizing information from multiple disciplines).Experience leading quantitative and qualitative research on economic issues using economic or statistical techniques and programs.Experience designing, operating and maintaining quantitative spreadsheets or databases capturing economic data.CompetenciesDemonstrating integrity and respect.Thinking things through.Working effectively with others.Showing initiative and being action‑oriented.AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively in writing.Ability to communicate effectively orally.Language requirementsGraduate degree in economics, sociology or statistics.Experience establishing relationships and collaborating with rural, remote or Indigenous organizations in British Columbia.Experience working for a Federal Regional Development Agency.Experience working in the public sector (i.E., federal, provincial, or municipal governments).Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:Pacific Economic Development Canada is committed to having an inclusive and diverse workforce representative of the population we serve. Consideration may be given to candidates who self‑identify belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples or persons with a disability.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work setting. If you need accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization to request specialized accommodation. All information received related to accommodation will be kept confidential.Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups:Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women. Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Economist - C$113,278 - C$131,375 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Pacific Economic Development Canada
📍 Winnipeg