Research and Evaluation Coordinator Term Contract Position

The Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) is dedicated to supporting Indigenous peoples in reaching their full economic development potential through advocacy and networking. Our team currently has a need for a Research and Evaluation Coordinator starting as soon as possible and continuing to March 31, 2026.

Collaborating in a multidisciplinary environment with various teams, committees and partners, the Research and Evaluation Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and developing comprehensive labour market information to benefit First Nations in New Brunswick. The incumbent will collect, analyze, collate and transform data gathered from multiple sources/systems that may include the development of custom-built database solutions and/or reporting tools.

Primary responsibilities:

• Identify, coordinate and collaborate on Indigenous Labour Market Information (ILMI) for First Nations communities and partners from sources in New Brunswick and the Atlantic Provinces.
• Lead JEDI's program evaluation design and implementation process.
• Prepare various reports that make use of key insights.
• Develop and maintain internal team relationships and external stakeholder partnerships.
• Assist in the distribution of ILMI and Indigenous knowledge research to First Nations in New Brunswick through various presentation opportunities, publications and social media.
• Ensure strict governance of sensitive information to the highest ethical standards including those related to privacy and confidentiality.
• Assist JEDI's Communications team to promote JEDI events, resources and initiatives as well as assist/participate in cultural and special events.

Qualifications:

• A Master's level university degree is preferred in a related discipline: Sociology, Economics, Psychology, Indigenous Studies, Business Administration. A Bachelor's degree in a related discipline combined with relevant experience may be considered.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience leading research projects and monitoring/evaluating initiatives for diverse stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of labour market information, project evaluation processes and benchmarking activities with the ability to interpret current ILMI and to identify sources for economic and demographic statistics relating to Indigenous peoples in NB and across Canada.
• Understanding of First Nations communities, culture and social concerns. Preference will be given to qualified candidates of Indigenous descent.
• Demonstrated superior written communications and oral presentation skills.
• Expertise in statistical methods and interpretation (such as t-test, regression, mean, medium, mode, standard deviation) and statistical programs (such as SPSS).
• Familiarity with legislative Acts, standards, policies and protocols related to research activities.
• Driver's license with the ability to travel throughout the region. Travel may require overnight stays.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Adobe Acrobat).
• The position requires completion and maintenance of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary range: $58,349 - $71,315 per annum (prorated for the contract term).

For more information on our organization and team please visit: www.jedinb.ca

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your confidential resume and cover letter saved as one document to [email protected] by 4:30 p.m. on October 10, 2025 stating Research and Evaluation Coordinator in the subject line. As JEDI will be reviewing applications as they are received and interviewing selected candidates during the recruitment period please submit your application as soon as possible.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. Thank you for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted directly.