Business / Data Analyst at the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) - Edo State Government

The John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) was set up by the Edo State Government as a Learning and Development Institution positioned to drive accelerated human capacity building for public servants in Edo State and beyond. In pursuit of this objective, the Government built a world-class Training Centre with modern training facilities (classrooms, amphitheatre, library, laboratories etc.) designed to be equipped with the best-in-class technologies, training aids and equipment in support of trainees learning experience.

The Academy is positioned to bridge and rebuild the human capability gaps in the service and ensure that the Edo State Public Service continuously possess the required human and service delivery capabilities required to achieve the State Governor's vision in upskilling and retooling the public servants of Edo State.

We are seeking dynamic, innovative, dedicated, and results- driven individuals to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business / Data Analyst

Location: Edo

Job Summary
The Business / Data Analyst will manage data for strategic business decisions and information. In addition, s/he will:

• Understand key performance metrics and functional goals and ideate data solutions
• Use automated tools to extract data from primary and secondary sources
• Combine, organise, and analyse raw data from different sources iv. Prepare data for prescriptive and predictive modelling
• Provide high-quality finished dashboards, reports, and workbooks vi. Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability
• Troubleshoot the reporting database environment and reports
• Train end-users on new reporting processes and dashboards
• Provide technical expertise in data storage structures, mining, and cleansing
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Executive, Product, Data and Design teams, to assist with data-related technical issues and support their data needs
• Contribute and support learning initiatives
• Evaluate and execute learning strategies and programs, including e-learning courses, workshops, and other pieces of training
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and update or change the approach as required
• Provide technical advice and analytic support to the Managing Director
• Any other duties as directed by the Managing Director

Qualifications

• The job holder should possess a Bachelor's Degree with a major in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Math, etc.).
• Must have at least 10 years post-qualification experience as a data analyst or in a similar role.
• Advanced working SQL knowledge and experience working with relational databases, query authoring (SQL), and working familiarity with various databases.
• Membership of a professional body in Business Data Analytics, Business Administration or Economics.

Remuneration / Benefit
Compensation is attractive and competitive within the industry. In keeping with the total rewards philosophy, employees will work with high caliber in an empowering work environment

Application Closing Date
6th April, 2023.