Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the development of economic policy research projects and economic programs

• Participate in the development of departmental policies by providing advice to senior government managers

• Organize departmental unit and establish procedures to meet departmental objectives set by senior management

• Direct and advise economists and other professional staff who conduct economic research, prepare reports or administer programs in areas of government activity such as taxation, international trade, labour, transportation or agriculture

• Direct and advise economic development officers or other staff administering programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in urban or rural areas

• Plan, administer and control research and administration budgets for projects, support services, equipment or supplies

• Organize and direct committees evaluating departmental or agency projects or programs

• Interview, hire and oversee training and professional development.

• A bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, commerce or public administration is required.

• A master's degree in economics or a related field may be required.

• Several years of experience as an economist, economic development officer or socio-economic researcher are required.

• Progression to senior management positions is possible with experience.