Trade Analyst

Job Information

Job Title: Trade Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 88485 Ministry: Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Location: Edmonton or Calgary

Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: November 10, 2026 Classification: Program Services 3

Salary: $2,935.39 - $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 - $100,492/year)

 
The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration promotes Alberta's trade interests by supporting Alberta companies to build export capacity, access new markets and pursue domestic and international growth opportunities. The Trade Division delivers programs, services and initiatives that support Alberta exporters while working collaboratively with stakeholders across government and Alberta's broader trade and economic development ecosystem.

Please review Alberta Companies and Exporters to learn more and what it has to offer.

To learn more about what Alberta offers the world, visit Alberta.ca/Choose Alberta.  

Role Responsibilities

Help strengthen Alberta’s trade and export Capacity! Join a collaborative team working with Alberta businesses, industry associations and trade organizations to deliver programs, build relationships and create opportunities that support Alberta’s growth in domestic and international markets.

Are you passionate about supporting Alberta businesses and helping them succeed in new markets? The Trade Capacity and Projects unit is looking for a motivated and collaborative Trade Analyst to support the delivery of trade programs, coordinate events and engagement activities, prepare briefing materials and presentations and build relationships with businesses, industry associations and other organizations.

Reporting to the Manager, Trade Capacity, you will contribute to key initiatives such as Level Up and the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP), working collaboratively with stakeholders across government and industry to help strengthen Alberta’s export capacity.

As a Trade Analyst, you will:

Support stakeholder and company engagement

• Build relationships with Alberta companies, industry associations and trade organizations.
• Promote trade programs and support stakeholder outreach and recruitment.
• Respond to inquiries and connect businesses with relevant resources.

Coordinate trade events and engagement activities

• Coordinate trade events, missions and stakeholder engagements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support delivery.
• Deliver presentations and support event follow-up.

Support trade capacity programs

• Coordinate outreach, registration and delivery for Level Up, TAP and other initiatives.
• Work with stakeholders to increase company participation.
• Track participation, outcomes and feedback to support improvements.

Develop trade communications

• Create content for web, social media, newsletters, presentations and other channels.
• Ensure communications are accurate and aligned with Government of Alberta standards.
• Maintain resources that help companies access trade programs and services.

Support projects, research and operational priorities

• Gather and analyze information to support trade capacity programs, stakeholder engagement, events and other priority projects.
• Prepare briefings, reports, presentations and other materials.
• Support project coordination, planning, tracking and reporting.

The Job Description is provided for further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Drive for Results: Organize competing priorities, follow through on commitments and proactively identify actions required to keep initiatives moving forward. 
• Creative Problem Solving: Support multiple programs, events, communications activities and stakeholder initiatives simultaneously. 
• Build Collaborative Environments: Build trust, communicate effectively and work collaboratively with stakeholders with different perspectives and priorities to achieve shared outcomes. 
• Systems Thinking: Understand individual programs, communications activities, events and stakeholder engagements contribute to broader trade division and government of Alberta objectives. 

Qualifications

Minimum Recruitment Standard 

University graduation in a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered based on:

1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or

1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Preference will be given to candidates with post-secondary education and in related areas such as public administration, economics or public administration.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following knowledge, skills, and experience would be considered strong assets:

• 2+ years of progressively responsible experience.  
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, program delivery, project coordination, events or communications.  
• Experience developing web, promotional, presentation, briefing or reporting materials.  
• Experience coordinating initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.  
• Experience working with businesses, industry or government stakeholders.  
• Knowledge or experience in international trade, export development, economic development or business supports. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday (8:15am – 4:30pm)  

Location: Edmonton or Calgary 

This is a one (1) permanent full-time opportunity and preference will be given to candidates residing in Edmonton or Calgary.

A cover letter is required and should clearly demonstrate how your background and experience align with the role's requirements.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service. 
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) . 
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information. 
• Professional learning and development. 
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool. 
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance. 

How To Apply 

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply online. Please see Job Application Resources for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

It is also recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Sam Thomas Mathew at sam.thomasmathew@gov.ab.ca.