Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $58,980 - $71,927, dependent on experience
Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC) is seeking an Agricultural Data Coordinator to join the Agricultural Policy and Costing (APC) team in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting work environment. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Agricultural Policy and Costing, the Agricultural Data Coordinator will collect, organize and maintain comprehensive data and information, contributing to timely analysis and reports pertaining to the Canadian egg industry.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Data Management
- Research tools, models, or techniques that can be incorporated into the APC unit processes in order to improve the quality of data
- Compile data and prepare reports that accurately assess and support internal and external communications with various stakeholders about the egg industry
- Verify and update data published on the Market Information (MI) section of EFCs website and provide support in future developments of the MI section (testing, documenting)
- Work collaboratively with egg boards to collect and analyze various data sets such as provincial production, producer prices, provincial levies, feed pricing, etc.
- Verify external data used to support EFCs pricing program and support to ensure the changes and updates to the pricing tools are effectively tested and implemented
- Monitor and assist in determining unit requirements to be used in the planning, development, and implementation of tools developed collaboratively with other EFC units
- Liaise with industry stakeholders such as egg boards and government agencies on relevant data and answer inquiries related to the APC unit responsibilities
Cost of Production (COP) Committee
Assist in the four-phase study of the Cost of Production (COP), including : project planning and methodological outline, fieldwork, assessment of the initial study results, and the implementation and update of the final study resultsAssist in resolving issues that arise during the COP study or updates by conducting research and proposing solutions on various topics such as : cost components, costing, and valuation methods; and indexing methodologiesAnalyze and assess the accuracy and suitability of data pertaining to the COP StudyAd Hoc Reporting / Support
Collect data to calculate and maintain COP components in order to update and distribute provincial COPsWork collaboratively with colleagues in other EFC teams to achieve common goals and EFC objectives, such as providing information and technical expertiseAssess and review work conducted by third party consultants for various APC projectsProvide support to the APC team to prepare comprehensive analyses and reports to support unit objectivesPrepare and verify reports to be included in EFCs Board materialsQualifications and Skills :
Advanced knowledge and experience with data analysis tools and techniquesExperience working with panel dataKnowledge of techniques for effective data managementKnowledge of supply managementAdvanced analytical and computer skills, including in-depth knowledge of MS Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas), data analysis tools and techniques for the purpose of performing data managementExcellent attention to detail and critical thinking skillsHighly motivated and engaged to work both independently and as part of a teamStrong ability to multi-task and coordinate various tasksAbility to communicate effectively with various groups of stakeholdersEducation and Experience :
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (Statistics, Data Science or Business)1-3 years of relevant work experienceWorking Conditions :
A standard workweek schedule working in a fast-paced environment with changing prioritiesFrequent interaction with external stakeholders and consultantsPosition requires prolonged periods of sitting and use of a computerAbout EFC :
Now in its sixth decade as one of Canadas leading agriculture organizations, EFC manages the national egg supply and promotes egg consumption while representing the interests of 1,270 regulated egg farmers and farm families from coast to coast. The organization has been recognized as one of the National Capital Regions Top employers for thirteen consecutive years. EFC holds the title of one of Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital and is part of Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures Hall of Fame. Visit eggfarmers.ca for more information.
EFC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.