Data Analyst

SUMMARY:
At Akhile, we are a dynamic team dedicated to developing world-class solutions for local challenges and making a tangible impact on the improvement of government. We are a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation, and we believe in using data to solve meaningful problems.

POSITION INFO:

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a top-performing Data Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will leverage data to drive strategic business decisions and gain practical experience with cutting-edge data practices. This is a chance to grow your skills while contributing to projects that matter.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Analysis & Reporting:

• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights that inform business strategy.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders effectively.
• Manage and optimize data pipelines to ensure the integrity and availability of data for analysis.
• Work closely with developer teams to support data integration and automation processes.
• Utilize Azure cloud services for efficient data storage, processing, and analysis.
• Employ statistical tools and programming languages like R and Python to conduct complex analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into data-driven solutions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of predictive models and algorithms.
• Present analytical findings and strategic recommendations clearly and concisely to non-technical audiences.
• Ensure all data practices comply with company policies and industry standards for security and integrity.
• A completed Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a postgraduate program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong programming proficiency in Python and R.
• A solid understanding of basic data analysis techniques and statistical methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data to various stakeholders in an understandable way.
• Previous internship or project experience in data analysis or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with cloud services, specifically Azure.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• A foundational understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms.

Technical Collaboration:

• Manage and optimize data pipelines to ensure the integrity and availability of data for analysis.
• Work closely with developer teams to support data integration and automation processes.
• Utilize Azure cloud services for efficient data storage, processing, and analysis.
• Employ statistical tools and programming languages like R and Python to conduct complex analyses.

Strategy & Communication:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into data-driven solutions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of predictive models and algorithms.
• Present analytical findings and strategic recommendations clearly and concisely to non-technical audiences.
• Ensure all data practices comply with company policies and industry standards for security and integrity.

What You''''''''ll Bring (Qualifications & Skills)

Required:

• A completed Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a postgraduate program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong programming proficiency in Python and R.
• A solid understanding of basic data analysis techniques and statistical methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data to various stakeholders in an understandable way.

Preferred (Bonus Points):

• Previous internship or project experience in data analysis or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with cloud services, specifically Azure.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• A foundational understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms.

What we Offer:

• A competitive market-related salary and benefits package.
• An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and impactful team focused on innovation.
• Valuable exposure to cutting-edge data practices in a forward-thinking organisation.