Data Analyst

JS/EXE/COM_1724407431

Salary Package: Negotiable
Location: Plymouth, England
Consultant: Jade Singh
Posted: 23/08/2024

Description:

Job Opportunity: Data Analyst
Location: Plymouth

About the Role:

Our client is looking for a skilled and forward-thinking Data Analyst to join our team. As a Data Analyst, you will be at the forefront of modernising the services within the People Directorate by developing and leading the delivery of a vision for data integration, management, and application. You will work closely with the Assurance & Service Improvement Manager, as well as other managers across the Council, to leverage data for enhanced business intelligence and visualisation.

Your role will involve designing and implementing innovative data management solutions, training staff on data tools like Power BI, and ensuring that data is organised effectively to support better service delivery and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Strategy and Vision: Develop and deliver a strategic vision for data collection, management, and usage within the People Directorate to maximise value from data.


• Solution Design: Create innovative, resilient, and user-friendly data management and reporting solutions, embedding best practices across the department.


• Staff Training: Mentor and train staff on modern data management techniques and tools to improve data input, usage, and reporting.


• Corporate Initiatives: Lead and support wider corporate digitalisation and data management initiatives, ensuring alignment with the Council’s IT and Digital strategies.


• Project Support: Assist the Assurance & Service Improvement Manager with data preparation for assessments and support improvement projects within the directorate.


• Performance Management: Work closely with the Directorate’s Performance Management Officer to develop and present key performance metrics.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualifications:




• Degree level qualification in Data Science or a related field relevant to data management and innovation.


• Knowledge of data management and quality assurance processes.


• Understanding of legislation and policies related to systems and data management.




• Experience:




• Project management of data management or digital products.


• Experience in identifying and implementing solutions for complex data management challenges.


• Proficiency in collating, analysing, and graphically presenting data, with a strong focus on innovative data management systems.


• Experience in training and coaching staff in data management.


• Proven ability to work in a customer-focused environment.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Knowledge:




• Knowledge of Adult Services.




• Experience:




• Experience working in health or Adult Services, whether employed or as a volunteer.


• Writing policies and procedures related to data management.


• Supporting data gathering and presentation for formal assessments or service reviews.

Key Skills:

• Ability to recognise and exploit business opportunities through efficient data usage.


• Proficiency in using Power BI to create impactful visualisations.


• Strong communication skills to articulate complex technical solutions to a range of audiences.


• Ability to work independently, plan, organise, and structure work effectively.
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