Data Analyst

Please note this is a fixed term contract, the main location for this role will be in AlUla.

The Data Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining reports that provide critical insights and data analysis to support decision-making within Maximus They collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand their reporting requirements and create customized reports using various tools and technologies. 

Responsibilities

• Report Development - design, develop, and maintain reports and dashboards using reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Excel, or similar tools. Translate business requirements into visually appealing and interactive data visualizations.
• Requirements Gathering- collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and users to gather and understand reporting requirements. Identify key metrics, dimensions, and filters for inclusion in reports.
• Data Analysis and Preparation - analyze and validate data from various sources to ensure accuracy and consistency. Prepare and transform data for reporting purposes, including data cleansing, aggregation, and calculation of derived metrics.
• Data Visualization - create clear and concise data visualizations, charts, graphs, and dashboards that effectively communicate insights and facilitate data-driven decision-making. Customize visualizations to meet specific business needs and user requirements.
• Report Performance Optimization - optimize report performance by tuning queries, optimizing data models, and implementing efficient data retrieval techniques. Ensure reports load and refresh within acceptable timeframes.
• Data Quality Assurance - validate and verify the accuracy and consistency of data used in reports. Perform data quality checks and resolve any data-related issues or discrepancies.
• Report Documentation - document report requirements, data sources, and report specifications for knowledge sharing and future reference. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of reports and data sources.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management - collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and other team members to understand their needs and provide guidance on report design and best practices. Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure timely delivery of reports.
• Report Automation - automate report generation and distribution processes to ensure reports are delivered on schedule. Monitor report schedules and address any issues or delays.
• Continuous Learning - stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in reporting and data visualization tools and techniques. Continuously learn and explore innovative solutions to enhance reporting capabilities.

Knowledge

Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as SQL, Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or other business intelligence is essential.
• Knowledge of programming languages like Python, R, or JavaScript for automating report processes and enhancing data analysis capabilities.
• Expertise in manipulating and querying data using SQL (Structured Query Language) or other programming languages. This includes the ability to extract data from databases, clean and transform data, and perform complex queries to retrieve relevant information.
• Skilled in designing dashboards, creating charts and graphs, and selecting appropriate visualizations to effectively communicate insights.
• Strong analytical skills to identify key metrics, transform raw data into meaningful insights, analyze trends, identify patterns, and provide recommendations based on the data.
• Ensure that reports are error-free, properly formatted, and align with the business requirements and data integrity standards

Experience

At least 3 year’s proven experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar role, with a focus on data Analysis and BI development