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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Data Analyst
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- Apply your expertise in data analysis, data mining, and data visualization to help build executable strategies.
- Perform programming, under general direction and independently, to execute analysis that will drive the final project deliverables-a mix of recurring reporting and ad hoc analytic projects.
- Manage the data pipeline from flat file sources. third-party systems to data warehouse processing, including automation of routine processes.
- Assist in the development and design of automated dashboarding, regular reports, and ad-hoc data deliverables providing content and writing of key observations.
- Manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Assist in the creation of compelling presentations that provide actionable insights and recommendations.
- Prioritize and monitor project progress relative to timeline and scope.
- Appropriately account for the timeliness and quality of all assignments including QA/QC data and analytic outputs to ensure accuracy.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage data logistics – including data transfers, understanding data structures, business rules, etc. – to enable project execution.
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- 2 – 3 years of work experience.
- Development experience in R/Python or another language such as SQL
Advanced Excel Development experience with one of the BI tools (e.g. Micro strategies, Tableau, etc.). - Exceptional collaboration skills across a variety of audiences; can successfully deliver across competing objectives and constraints within the business, IT, and executive leadership.
- Strong Google Analytics skills and deep experience with digital media data, either web or mobile as well as data integration.
- Strong data visualization.
- A logical thinker who is able to identify, articulate, and resolve data-related issues.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and enforcing internal processes and best practices that ensure consistent quality and successful execution of initiatives.
- Knowledge and/or experience with providing data requirements while working with structured and unstructured data sets.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- A self-starter who is passionate about getting data, using data, making sense of data, and helping others benefit from making analytics-driven decisions.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas and solutions in an organized and compelling manner.
- Strong analytical skills, proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microstrategy and data analysis.
- Intermediate statistical knowledge.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV by using the “Apply Now” button below and clearly stating the Job Title in the provided message box
Application Deadline 28th February 2022.