Bilingual Evaluation Insights & Data Systems Analyst (1-year contract)
Job Summary
** This position can be fully remote or hybrid if located near a Mitacs office in Montreal Toronto or Vancouver. Please ensure that you apply for only one post close to your location **
Do you want to be part of a mission driven organization shaping Canadas innovation future Do you thrive in collaborative environments where creativity continuous improvement and strategic thinking are valued Are you motivated by work that strengthens Canadas competitiveness and delivers meaningful impact for communities and businesses
At Mitacs we take a talent first approach to building Canadas innovation capacity. We connect researchers with organizations across every region of the country to help solve pressing challenges and accelerate economic growth. By enabling business academic collaboration and supporting the development of highly skilled talent we contribute to a resilient future ready Canadian economy.
Guided by our values Impact Integrity Collaboration Excellence and Talent we work with partners nationwide to advance research commercialization and innovation
At Mitacs you become part of a team committed to empowering Canadian talent fostering meaningful partnerships and driving innovation that supports Canadas long-term competitiveness. If youre inspired by big ideas and passionate about creating national impact we encourage you to apply.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager Evaluations the Bilingual Evaluation Insights & Data Systems Analyst supports the preparation integration and interpretation of evaluation outcome and impact data. The role contributes to data readiness evaluation delivery and evidence synthesis helping ensure that information is consistent interpretable and usable across the organization. The position works at the intersection of data preparation evaluation processes and bilingual communication.
Responsibilities
- Prepare clean and integrate data from multiple sources including large administrative and survey datasets.
- Support data platform transitions and migrations by organizing validating and documenting datasets.
- In collaboration with senior members of the team coordinate plan promote and administer exit and longitudinal surveys.
- Assist with evaluation activities including basic instrument checks and data collection support.
- Conduct basic descriptive analysis and support qualitative coding and synthesis.
- Help maintain clear indicator definitions and draft plainlanguage interpretation notes.
- Respond to and triage evaluation-related inquiries and support coordination of evaluation activities.
- Prepare clear bilingual (EN/FR) templates summaries and guidance materials.
- Help develop and maintain internal survey policies and procedures.
- Assist the Evaluation Team with ad hoc projects including those required for the federal and provincial government(s).
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of a bachelors degree in Economics Statistics Public Policy Applied Social Research or a related field.
- A graduate degree with a concentration in Program Evaluation is considered an asset
- Bilingual proficiency in English and French (written and verbal). Knowledge of written and spoken English is required in this role as you will interact with colleagues clients and stakeholders located across Canada
Experience and skills
- 12 years of experience supporting evaluation research policy analysis or data-related work.
- Experience with data cleaning survey support and basic quantitative and/or qualitative analysis.
- Experienced in advanced Microsoft Excel Power BI STATA or similar software and online survey tools (e.g. Customer Voice).
- Strong logical reasoning organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to explain data and evaluation concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment flexible proactive efficient and resourceful.
- Demonstrated ability to work within teams and independently and to meet tight deadlines.
- Customer focus and adaptability to different personality types are considered an asset.
- Familiarity with and interest in Canadas innovation ecosystem and innovation priorities are considered an asset.
- Mitacs is committed to reconciliation with Indigenous communities across Canada. Lived experience or perspectives connected to Indigenous worldviews are considered strong assets.
Equity diversity and inclusion and reconciliation are strong commitments at Mitacs:Equity Diversity and Inclusion - Mitacs. We believe a diverse workforce comprised of individuals with different lived experiences ideas strengths and backgrounds (e.g. gender identities and expressions Indigeneity race abilities sexual orientation and other identities) are crucial to our success. We welcome everyone to apply and encourage you to connect with us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.
Hiring Range: $55350 - $70110
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