Full-Time
Economist
Posted on May 21
Northern Policy Instit...
Thunder Bay, ON
Languages English
Education Master's degree
Experience Experience an asset
Specific Skills
Advise government agencies on policies to increase economic activities; Provide consulting services to government and other organizations; Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles; Forecast production and consumption of products; Forecast production and consumption of specific products and services; Devise methods for collection and analysis of data; Develop models to analyze, explain and forecast economic behaviour and patterns; Develop monetary policies and forecasts of financial activity; Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia; Conduct research on market conditions in local, regional or national areas; Conduct research; Apply statistical techniques to the testing and quantifying of economic theories and the solution of economic problems; Analyze factors which determine economic growth; Analyze factors which determine labour market outcomes; Study mathematical formulas and statistical techniques
Area of Work Experience
Research; Policy analysis; Policy development; Forecasting or projection; Current analysis
Additional Skills Perform administrative tasks
Work Setting
Non-governmental organization; Research institute, laboratory or centre
Own Tools/Equipment Internet access; Cellular phone
Transportation/Travel Information Willing to travel; Willing to travel overnight
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Tight deadlines
Ability to Supervise
Working groups; Committees; Staff in various areas of responsibility; 5-10 people
Economic Specialization
Welfare; Transportation; Taxation; Survey research techniques; Regional economics; Public economics; Macroeconomics; Labour; Government finance; Finance; Economic development; Econometrics
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Accurate; Team player; Excellent written communication; Organized
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