Sebastien St Jean
About Sebastien St Jean
Sebastien St Jean is a Policy Officer specializing in Quantitative Analysis at the Government of Canada, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various roles within the government, including Human Rights Analyst and Team Leader, and has a strong academic background in economics and research analysis.
Work at Government of Canada
Sebastien St Jean has held multiple positions at the Government of Canada since 2015. He began his career as a Citizenship Officer in Toronto, where he worked for one year. He then transitioned to the role of Integration Program Officer for three months in 2016. Following this, he served as a Human Rights Analyst for six months in Ottawa. From 2017 to 2019, he worked as a Team Leader, contributing to various projects. He also held the position of Statistical Officer - Program Integrity for four months in 2019. Subsequently, he worked as a Policy/Economic Officer - Risk Assessment until 2020. Currently, he is a Policy Officer specializing in Quantitative Analysis, a role he has occupied since 2020.
Education and Expertise
Sebastien St Jean studied at the University of Ottawa, where he achieved an Honours Bachelor in Social Sciences with a specialization in Economics from 2007 to 2012. He furthered his education at Humber College, earning a Postgraduate Certificate in Research Analyst from 2013 to 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical skills and policy work. He utilizes tools such as IBM Cognos Powerplay and STATA to support policy proposals and respond to urgent requests. Additionally, he designs monthly data dashboards using PowerPoint Engage to inform policy decisions.
Background
Sebastien St Jean has a diverse background in public service and research. His career at the Government of Canada spans various roles focused on policy analysis and program integrity. Prior to his government work, he gained experience as a Research Analyst at Numeris in 2014. His work experience includes positions that required analytical skills, leadership, and a deep understanding of policy frameworks. This background has equipped him with the necessary skills to forecast costings for potential new benefits and extensions to current benefits.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Sebastien St Jean has contributed to several initiatives within the Government of Canada. He has played a key role in designing and providing data dashboards that inform policy across his directorate. His analytical work supports policy proposals related to benefits, demonstrating his ability to respond to urgent requests effectively. His experience in various roles has allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the policy-making process and the importance of data-driven decision-making.