About the position
Position Purpose
To systematically collect, cleanse, analyse, interpret and transform data into meaningful insights that inform strategic and operational decision-making.
The role requires applying statistical techniques and analytical tools to uncover patterns, trends and relationships that support evidence-based planning and improved service delivery within the public sector environment.
Key Responsibilities
Data Analysis
- Support data collection initiatives across various programmes and projects
- Conduct statistical analysis and interpret complex datasets
- Identify trends, patterns and relationships within data
- Draw meaningful conclusions to inform decision-making
- Generate actionable insights and recommendations
- Apply descriptive and analytical statistical techniques
- Utilise tools such as Excel, SPSS, R, Python and other analytics software
Reporting & Information Outputs
- Compile detailed analytical reports and sector profiles
- Develop dashboards and data visualisations (graphs, charts, tables)
- Present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Provide written briefs and presentations to support strategic planning
- Contribute to regular information updates and sector intelligence outputs
Systems & Dashboard Support
- Support development and enhancement of data applications and dashboards
- Assist in monitoring and reporting frameworks
- Ensure accurate and timely dissemination of analytical findings
Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage internal and external stakeholders for data sourcing and validation
- Build collaborative working relationships
- Communicate complex data findings in a clear and structured manner
Minimum Requirements Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Information Systems or related field
- Postgraduate qualification advantageous
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in data analytics or related role
- Proven experience in:
- Data cleaning and preparation
- Statistical analysis
- Data visualisation
- Experience within a public sector or governance-related environment advantageous
Technical Competencies
- Strong statistical analysis capability
- Advanced MS Excel skills
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint)
- Experience with SPSS, R, Python or similar statistical tools
- Data validation and quality assurance knowledge
- Research methodology understanding
Desired Skills:
- Data Analysis
- Research
- Statistics
About The Employer:
Local Government
