Government Economic Analysis, Policy Development and Program Administration Managers
(NOC 0412)
in All ManagementManagers in this group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate economic policy, research and programs in areas of government activity like taxation, international trade, labour markets, transportation or agriculture. They also plan and direct policies and programs to promote industrial and commercial business development in urban and rural areas. They work for all levels of government.
Job Outlook
average
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Compared to: All Management
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow slightly over the next few years, which should provide some additional opportunities for employment. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Managers in Economic Analysis, Policy Development, and Program Administration most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 80% of Managers in Economic Analysis, Policy Development, and Program Administration who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $97,703. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$31.25
Minimum$50.48
Median$67.18
MaximumAnnual Pay
$25,251
Minimum$91,657
Median$124,177
MaximumCompared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$16.70
Minimum$45.17
Median$58.17
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,632
Minimum$55,002
Median$124,014
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Managers in this group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate economic policy, research and programs in areas of government activity like taxation, international trade, labour markets, transportation or agriculture. They also plan and direct policies and programs to promote industrial and commercial business development in urban and rural areas. They work for all levels of government.
Job duties
Managers in this group:
- Manage 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 objectives set by senior management.
- Direct economists and other professional staff who conduct economic research, prepare reports or administer programs.
- Direct economic development officers or other staff administering programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in urban or rural areas.
- Manage budgets for projects, support services, equipment or supplies.
- Organize and lead committees evaluating departmental or agency projects or programs.
- Interview, hire and oversee training and professional development.
Sample job titles
- border services manager
- business development director
- customs manager
- economic analysis chief
- economic policy analysis director
- energy market analysis director
- farm products marketing director
- forest resources analysis chief
- international policy trade manager
- revenue programs manager
- tax policy research manager
- tourism development manager
- trade development director
Skills
- You need excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. You should be capable of analytical and logical thought. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are important.
Job requirements
- A bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, commerce or public administration.
- 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.
Other considerations
- Movement to senior management positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Management
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$98,470 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$86,546 median annual incomeCape Breton
$57,479 median annual incomeSouthern
N/AAnnapolis Valley
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Public administration
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
What is the age of Employment?
35-44
55-64
45-54
25-34
Compared to: All Management
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
Bachelor
$98,666 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$57,430 median annual incomeMaster
$98,955 median annual incomeDiploma Above Bachelor
N/ADoctorate
N/ACompared to: All Management
Bachelor
$71,875 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,294 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$50,256 median annual incomeMaster
$93,261 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$44,396 median annual incomeEducation & training
Business Administration and Management
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. They include courses in management theory, human resources management and behaviour, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
Institutions providing this program
Lower Sackville, NS
Halifax, NS
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Truro, NS
Various, NS
Business/Commerce
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs focus on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and non-profit public and private institutions and agencies. They prepare students to apply business principles and techniques in various occupational settings.
Institutions providing this program
Economics
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. They include courses in economic theory, microeconomics and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.
Institutions providing this program
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on combined studies and research in the humanities subjects as distinguished from the social and physical sciences, emphasizing languages, literatures, art, music, philosophy and religion.
Institutions providing this program
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the dynamic social relations between and among majority and minority groups and different minority groups, and ways to promote mutual tolerance, inter-group cooperation, and the leadership and management of diverse groups and diversity issues in family, educational, recreational, and work settings. They include courses in ethnic and cultural studies, group psychology, sociology, anthropology, conflict resolution, human services and resources, and applications to various functional environments.
Institutions providing this program
International Business
College or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to manage international businesses and/or business operations. They include courses in the principles and processes of export sales, trade controls, foreign operations and related problems, monetary issues, international business policy, and applications to doing business in specific countries and markets.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Public Administration
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to serve as managers in the executive arm of government and focus on the systematic study of executive organization and management. They include courses in the roles, development, and principles of public administration, the management of public policy, executive-legislative relations, public budgetary processes and financial management, administrative law, public personnel management, professional ethics, and research methods.
Institutions providing this program
Sydney, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
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