Research Analyst

Job DetailsDescriptionAre you looking for a meaningful career? Agricorp has an opportunity for a Research Analyst to join our Program Development Division. The Program Development division plays a vital role in the development of new programs for Ontario farmers and facilitates program changes to ensure effective, timely, transparent and streamlined delivery. This position is with the Program Analysis department, which is the lead for legislative program reporting, statistical analysis, premium rate setting and forecasting.The RoleRoleThe Research Analyst provides expertise in the interpretation and synthesis of agricultural business knowledge and complex data using analytical methods, turning complex data into a useful format to enable decision-making. In this role, you will:Develop user-friendly reports using complex databases and analytical processesResearch, collect data and coordinate the analysis for four main groups of activities in Program Analysis: forecasting, analysis, reporting and premium rate settingProvide analytical support to complex and diverse projects for both divisional and inter-divisional initiativesMake recommendations to senior analysts and/or manager for future improvements to processes, standard operating procedures and methodologiesOrganize analytical tasks and project activities for program analysis in a way that promotes efficiencyProvide support and assistance in the delivery of tasks outlined in the Annual Business Calendar as requiredFrequently resolve complex issues using own experience, technical skill, strong collaboration with colleagues, and policies and proceduresInvestigate and interpret product and/or program information and provide input to enable others to make recommendationsJob status: Permanent (posting for an existing vacancy)Salary Range: $70,757 - $83,243Work status: Full-time in officeQualificationsBachelor’s degree in agricultural business, economics, statistics or a related field or equivalent experienceMinimum 3 years’ experience in analytical roles and communicating with diverse stakeholdersRelevant mathematical, statistical and forecasting experienceKnowledge of Agricorp’s programs and systems, including AgriStability and Production Insurance an assetAdvanced knowledge of SAS programing an assetKey CompetenciesAnalytical thinking – Uses facts and available information to develop logical assumptionsCritical judgement, decision-making and problem solving – Makes the best decision, in a timely manner, based upon a combination of analysis, knowledge, experience and judgementInformation gathering and processing – Collecting and analyzing data to prepare meaningful and concise reports that summarize the informationInitiative – Proactivity identifies and handles issues and situations to take action; seizing opportunities when they ariseEfficiency – Effectively plan and organize time and resources to prioritize work to meet objectivesQuality Focus – Attends to the task at hand to minimize errors and provide consistent delivery of work to the highest possible standardBackgroundAgricorp, an agency of the government of Ontario.Agricorp delivers government programs. These programs help protect the livelihood of over 47,000 Ontario farmers against the many risks farm businesses face every day. Our employees are skilled professionals who respond when industry and government need us, manage public funds with great care and integrity, and deliver a quality customer experience.Agricorp helps grow Ontario agriculture. We underwrite $6-8 billion in risk each year. The agency was established in 1997, and since then we’ve made over $8 billion in payments to farmers when they needed it most.Apply onlineTo apply for this position, please go to www.agricorp.com and select Careers. Click on Current Opportunities.Please advise if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.Please submit your application for this position by November 5, 2025.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted directly.