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Additional information:
Position Type: Labour Market Researcher
Job Status: This is a full-time term position
Job Location: Flexible
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026.
CEDEC is expanding its team and wishes to hire full-time EASCDI Labour Market Researcher for its Employment Assistance Services Capacity Development Initiative (EASCDI).
CEDEC is seeking a Labour Market Researcher to assess how well student training programs align with current and emerging labour market needs, with a focus on supporting English-speaking Quebecers (OLMCQ). The researcher will analyze labour market trends, identify employer workforce needs, and provide actionable insights to strengthen connections between educational institutions and employers across Quebec. This role will report to the Senior Director, Analytics and Strategic Integration (ASI).
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess the alignment between labour market demand and the career/skills development programs at participating institutions.
- Identify current and anticipated in-demand occupations and skill sets relevant to student pathways.
- Analyze labour market trends at the local, regional, and provincial levels, with attention to OLMCQ workforce needs.
- Identify employers who can benefit from upcoming student talent pipelines and develop profiles of their current and future workforce requirements.
- Advise institutional workforce developers on ways to better align training programs with employer needs.
- Liaise closely with the Senior Director ASI and share findings to support workforce development strategies.
- Prepare concise reports and presentations summarizing labour market insights and recommendations.
*All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field OR a combination of education and relevant experience in research, data analysis, employment services, or workforce development.
- Experience conducting labour market research, employer needs assessments, or workforce development analysis (education sector experience an asset).
- Experience working with Quebec labour market data sources (e.g., Statistics Canada, Emploi Québec, sector councils) considered an asset.
- Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to interpret labour market, economic, and demographic data.
- Ability to translate complex data into practical, actionable recommendations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building skills with employers, educational institutions, and community partners.
- Knowledge of the OLMCQ context is an asset.
- Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, statistical software, labour market dashboards) is an asset.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary range
- Career advancement pathways and professional development
- A collaborative, inclusive culture supported by modern tools and technology
- A team invested in seeing you succeed and who offers the support and resources to help you excel.
Application Package:
Interested Applicants are required to send their application package to jobs-emplois@cedec.ca.
- A cover letter expressing your interest in this job and what you bring to the role
- A curriculum vitae
Please note, we value diverse experiences and perspectives, including a non-traditional employment path. If you have some of the required qualifications, pertinent transferable skills, and the desire to learn, we’d love to consider your application.
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ABOUT CEDEC
CEDEC is the federally designated and financed Official Language Minority Community in Quebec (OLMCQ) organization responsible for economic development, including business, labour market, and employment assistance development.
CEDEC’s mission is to strengthen the contribution of English speakers and the OLMCQ to growing and developing Quebec’s economy, while leveraging their participation to address economic disparities and disadvantages in the OLMCQ. It specifically seeks to generate tangible economic impacts for English speakers, their communities, the broader Francophone community, and businesses, social enterprises, and public sector organizations.
To learn more about how CEDEC is creating tangible economic benefits for individuals and communities please visit cedec.ca
À PROPOS DE LA CEDEC
La CEDEC est un organisme représentant la communauté de langue officielle en situation minoritaire du Québec (CLOSMQ) financé par le gouvernement fédéral et désigné par celui-ci comme responsable du développement économique, y compris le développement des affaires, du marché du travail et de l’aide à l’emploi.
La mission de la CEDEC consiste à renforcer l’apport des anglophones et de la CLOSMQ à la croissance et au développement de l’économie québécoise, tout en tirant partie de leur participation pour traiter les inégalités et aborder les désavantages économiques au sein de la CLOSMQ. Elle vise spécifiquement à générer des retombées économiques tangibles pour les anglophones, leurs communautés, l’ensemble de la communauté francophone, ainsi que les entreprises, les entreprises à vocation sociale et les organisations du secteur public.
Pour vous renseigner davantage sur la façon dont la CEDEC crée des avantages économiques tangibles pour les individus et les communautés, veuillez visiter le cedec.ca.
CEDEC is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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Additional information:
Position Type: Assistant Coordinator
Job Status: Full-time position
Job Location: Quebec based, flexible
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
CEDEC is expanding its team and wishes to hire a full-time Assistant Coordinator for its Employment Assistance Services Capacity Development Initiative (EASCDI). We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Assistant Coordinator to support the Project Coordinator in delivering high-quality project operations, stakeholder engagement, and labour market information activities that advance this important initiative.
The Assistant Coordinator will be responsible for administrative and logistic support to the Project Coordinator. This role helps ensure that members of the Talent Supply Chain sub-network, Labour Force Development agents and CEDEC staff have accurate, timely information to enhance service delivery and career development initiatives. The Assistant Coordinator also supports project operations by maintaining documentation, coordinating meetings, updating project tracking tools, and assisting with stakeholder communication to ensure smooth project workflow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain organized databases, tracking systems, and documentation to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
- Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and workforce development resources.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for stakeholder engagement activities, including meetings with industry associations, employers, and educational institutions.
- Schedule meetings, coordinate logistics, prepare agendas, and record meeting minutes for the Project Coordinator.
- Assist in preparing and updating project directories, contact lists, and internal tracking systems.
- Support the Project Coordinator with regular follow-ups to labour-force development agents, industry partners, and internal teams to collect required updates or documentation.
- Help update project management tools, dashboards, spreadsheets, and status trackers to support monitoring of deliverables and deadlines.
- Support onboarding and coordination of new labour-force development agents or partner organizations by preparing materials and maintaining required documentation.
- Help compile weekly, monthly, or quarterly updates, summaries, and communication materials for the Project Manager.
- Support the distribution of reports, updates, presentations, and other project materials.
* All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Diploma or degree in social sciences, labour studies, business, economics, public policy, or a related field, or a combination of education and equivalent professional experience
- Experience in data collection, research, or workforce development is considered an asset
- Strong organizational and data-management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Comfort using project tracking tools, shared documentation systems, and CRM-style platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks, prioritize competing deadlines, and support coordination activities in a fast-paced project environment
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary range
- Career advancement pathways and professional development
- A collaborative, inclusive culture supported by modern tools and technology
- A team invested in seeing you succeed and who offers the support and resources to help you excel.
Application Package:
Interested Applicants are required to send their application package to jobs-emplois@cedec.ca.
- A cover letter expressing your interest in this job and what you bring to the role
- A curriculum vitae
Please note, we value diverse experiences and perspectives, including a non-traditional employment path. If you have some of the required qualifications, pertinent transferable skills, and the desire to learn, we’d love to consider your application.
_____________________________________
ABOUT CEDEC
CEDEC is the federally designated and financed Official Language Minority Community in Quebec (OLMCQ) organization responsible for economic development, including business, labour market, and employment assistance development.
CEDEC’s mission is to strengthen the contribution of English speakers and the OLMCQ to growing and developing Quebec’s economy, while leveraging their participation to address economic disparities and disadvantages in the OLMCQ. It specifically seeks to generate tangible economic impacts for English speakers, their communities, the broader Francophone community, and businesses, social enterprises, and public sector organizations.
To learn more about how CEDEC is creating tangible economic benefits for individuals and communities please visit cedec.ca.
À PROPOS DE LA CEDEC
La CEDEC est un organisme représentant la communauté de langue officielle en situation minoritaire du Québec (CLOSMQ) financé par le gouvernement fédéral et désigné par celui-ci comme responsable du développement économique, y compris le développement des affaires, du marché du travail et de l’aide à l’emploi.
La mission de la CEDEC consiste à renforcer l’apport des anglophones et de la CLOSMQ à la croissance et au développement de l’économie québécoise, tout en tirant partie de leur participation pour traiter les inégalités et aborder les désavantages économiques au sein de la CLOSMQ. Elle vise spécifiquement à générer des retombées économiques tangibles pour les anglophones, leurs communautés, l’ensemble de la communauté francophone, ainsi que les entreprises, les entreprises à vocation sociale et les organisations du secteur public.
Pour vous renseigner davantage sur la façon dont la CEDEC crée des avantages économiques tangibles pour les individus et les communautés, veuillez visiter le cedec.ca.
CEDEC is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Cet avis d’emplois vacants est aussi disponible en français.
Additional information:
Position Type: Administrative Assistant
Job Status: Initial 12-month contract with possibility of renewal subject to organizational needs and funding (22.5 hours / 3 days per week). Occasional flexibility may be required during peak periods or deadlines.
Job Location: CEDEC Office – Huntingdon, Quebec (Hybrid work arrangement may be available depending on operational needs).
Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 – 5:00 PM.
CEDEC is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the Office of the President & CEO. This role plays an important part in ensuring the smooth coordination of executive administrative operations and provides direct support to the Executive Assistant in the delivery of organizational priorities.
Reporting to the Executive Assistant, Office of the President & CEO, the Administrative Assistant supports the efficient functioning of executive-level administrative activities, with daily priorities and workflow coordinated by the Executive Assistant.
This position is suited to individuals with experience in administrative or office coordination roles, strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, professional environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organization, discretion, and a service-oriented mindset.
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and scheduling logistics.
- Coordinate executive meetings, including invitations, agendas, virtual setup (Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom), and technical support as required.
- Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, agendas, and other executive-level materials.
- Track meeting outcomes, action items, and follow-ups under the direction of the Executive Assistant.
- Support travel arrangements and event logistics as required.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in handling executive-level information and communications.
- Organize and maintain shared drives and digital filing systems to ensure accessibility, consistency, and accuracy.
- Provide any additional administrative and operational support to the Executive Assistant as required.
Qualifications:
- Experience in administrative support, office coordination, or a similar support role.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and virtual meeting coordination.
- Ability to work effectively in hybrid work environments.
- Experience managing digital filing systems and shared drives.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both French and English.
- Professional, reliable, and service-oriented approach.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Knowledge of Quebec’s economic development context is considered an asset.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary range.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture.
- Access to modern tools and systems that support effective work delivery.
- Opportunity to directly support senior leadership in a dynamic organization.
Application Package:
Interested applicants are required to send their application package to jobs-emplois@cedec.ca.
- A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.
- A curriculum vitae (CV).
Please note, we value diverse experiences and perspectives, including a non-traditional employment path. If you have some of the required qualifications, pertinent transferable skills, and the desire to learn, we’d love to consider your application.
_____________________________________
ABOUT CEDEC
CEDEC is the federally designated and financed Official Language Minority Community in Quebec (OLMCQ) organization responsible for economic development, including business, labour market, and employment assistance development.
CEDEC’s mission is to strengthen the contribution of English speakers and the OLMCQ to growing and developing Quebec’s economy, while leveraging their participation to address economic disparities and disadvantages in the OLMCQ. It specifically seeks to generate tangible economic impacts for English speakers, their communities, the broader Francophone community, and businesses, social enterprises, and public sector organizations.
To learn more about how CEDEC is creating tangible economic benefits for individuals and communities please visit cedec.ca.
CEDEC is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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Additional information:
Position Type: Employment Assistance and Labour Market Development Agent
Job Status: Full-time position
Job Location: Aylmer (Gatineau), Quebec, hybrid option available
The Regional Association of West Quebecers is expanding its team and wishes to hire a full-time Employment Assistance Services Agent for its Employment Assistance Services Capacity Development Initiative (EASCDI). The results-driven agent will support job seekers with front-line employment assistance services (EAS), offering client-centred, labour market-informed guidance that helps individuals overcome barriers and connect to meaningful employment, training and career development opportunities. The agent will also work hand in hand with employers and talent developers to optimize alignment between the talent and labour markets.
The agent plays an important role in expanding the offer of EAS for English-speaking job seekers in the Outaouais region and contributes to the collective impact of the broader EAS ecosystem in Quebec. This position reports to the Executive Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide front-line employment assistance services to job seekers within the Outaouais, targeting the City of Gatineau, MRC les Collines-de-l’Outaouais, and MRC la Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, with the possibility of future territorial expansion.
- Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to understand client skills, needs, barriers and career goals.
- Support job seekers in their job search activities, including resumé and cover letter development, interview preparation, and job application assistance.
- Deliver labour market information to help clients understand in-demand occupations, required skills, and local workforce trends.
- Connect clients to training programs, community resources, and employer opportunities aligned with their employment goals.
- Maintain consistent communication with clients to monitor progress, provide coaching and revise employment action plans as needed.
- Proactively develop relationships with partner organizations, employers and community stakeholders to expand employment pathways and employer connections.
- Support the planning, promotion and coordination of job fairs, information sessions and employer engagement initiatives.
- Ensure accurate, timely documentation, case notes, and reporting in accordance with EASCDI data quality standards.
- Identify emerging labour market challenges and share insights to support continuous improvement across the EAS ecosystem
- Perform other related duties consistent with experience and qualifications
Qualifications:
- Postsecondary education in career development, social services, human resources, employment counselling, or a related field.
- Experience providing employment services, coaching, or direct client support is an asset.
- Strong understanding of labour market trends, workforce development, and effective job search practices.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, client-centred services with professionalism and empathy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: ability to engage with a diverse client population and actively outreach to employers and talent development organizations.
- Results-driven mindset with proven ability to help clients meet objectives.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to data accuracy.
- Digital literacy, including proficiency in MS Office Suite and client tracking or case management systems.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to varied community contexts.
- Commitment to continuous learning and ongoing professional development.
What We Offer:
- A collaborative, inclusive culture supported by modern tools and technology
- Career advancement pathways and professional development
- A team invested in seeing you succeed and that offers the support and resources to help you excel
Application Package:
Interested applicants are required to send their application package to ed@westquebecers.ca including:
- A cover letter expressing your interest in this job and what you bring to the role
- A curriculum vitae
Please note, we value diverse experiences and perspectives, including a non-traditional employment path. If you have some of the required qualifications, pertinent transferable skills, and the desire to learn, we’d love to consider your application.
Why is CEDEC right for you?
CEDEC helps communities achieve lasting economic success with a collaborative hub model that drives innovation, labour force development and investment.
But what does that mean for you? Why does that make CEDEC the place you’ll want to share your skills and experience?
Working at CEDEC means that there are numerous opportunities for you to meaningfully contribute to the community in which you live and countless others across the province and the country.
It also means that the work you do will lead to tangible benefits and noticeable impact like building and scaling forward-looking businesses; growing local, regional, national, and global trade; upskilling workers and creating jobs; and boosting investment in viable ventures.
And there’s plenty of room for creativity, exploration of new ideas, and leadership development!
But the best part? The CEDEC team. Not only does CEDEC ascribe to working collaboratively outside of the organization, but it’s how we roll on the inside as well. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are invested in seeing you succeed and who offer the support and resources to help you excel.
We’re looking forward to saying “welcome aboard”!