Data & Information Management Advisor
About The Position
The Data Information Management Advisor role plays a key role in managing and optimizing the organization’s apprenticeship and skilled trades data assets. This position supports the development and continuous improvement of data systems and reporting tools, leads key data initiatives, fulfills high-impact internal and external data requests, and contributes to data governance and quality assurance efforts. The Advisor works collaboratively across departments, exercises independent judgment on complex data issues, and supports evidence-informed decision-making at both operational and strategic levels.
Requirements
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in information technology, business, data science, or a related field, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
- Relevant years of related experience in a data or research environment is considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of apprenticeship and trade program administration in Ontario or similar jurisdiction.
- Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) and ability to write queries.
- Familiarity with relational database models and data warehouse structures.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and formulas.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and internal clients.
- Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Yellowfin, Quickbase) is preferred.
- Awareness of data classification systems such as NOC and NAICS is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of data pipelines and dashboards to track apprenticeship outcomes and trade participation.
- Analyze and interpret complex datasets to inform program performance and policy decisions.
- Develop and maintain routine and ad hoc reports and dashboards using SQL and reporting tools (e.g., Yellowfin, Power BI).
- Support data quality initiatives by identifying inconsistencies and contributing to data clean-up efforts.
- Respond to internal data requests and assist in gathering information for external partners.
- Maintain documentation of data queries and procedures for reference and quality assurance.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual organizational reports including the preparation of datasets for submission to external stakeholders such as Statistics Canada and Ministry partners.
- Coordinate and plan meetings with various clients across the province.
- Participate in meetings to understand data requirements and provide input on reporting strategies with regards to various data migration efforts.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure data needs are met and issues are resolved promptly.
- Conduct preliminary data analysis to identify trends, clusters, or issues that may require further investigation.
- Maintain information management keeping in various databases.
- Monitor data usage and recommend improvements to data governance practices.
- Support the senior data team in optimizing data accessibility and usability across platforms.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching (up to 6%)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS Health with employee perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
