Data Analyst - 23340
1
National
Various
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time
Analytical, Architecture and Data, Knowledge & Information Management, Programme and Project Management
£36,389
You will act as a part of the Portfolio Delivery Office’s Data Analysis and Reporting Team (DART) engaging widely across the business to transform performance data into business, commercial and programme information with a focus on the Flood and Coastal Risk Management portfolio. While providing specific capabilities for the team you will also have a general understanding across the team’s operation and will support accordingly as the need arises.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
1) Collate and analyse relevant business and management information (note: data processing tests will form part of the interview)
2) Produce Power BI dashboards for a range of audiences from executive to operational level
3) Assist in the production of KPI reporting and variance analysis
4) Assist in developing models and modelling techniques that support business objectives.
5) Challenge and assist the development of data management practices (including Business Intelligence activities) and processes, helping to identify appropriate new systems and calibrating them for use in the business.
6) Connect to pre-existing data sources and set up new ETL – using e.g. APIs, ETL software
7) Provide tuition and support to the team and the business in data analysis techniques.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
1) Collate and analyse relevant business and management information (note: data processing tests will form part of the interview)
2) Produce Power BI dashboards for a range of audiences from executive to operational level
3) Assist in the production of KPI reporting and variance analysis
4) Assist in developing models and modelling techniques that support business objectives.
5) Challenge and assist the development of data management practices (including Business Intelligence activities) and processes, helping to identify appropriate new systems and calibrating them for use in the business.
6) Connect to pre-existing data sources and set up new ETL – using e.g. APIs, ETL software
7) Provide tuition and support to the team and the business in data analysis techniques.
DART sits within the Portfolio Delivery Office part of Major Projects and Programme Delivery. We deliver dashboarding and data management services on a broad range of business areas. The team is a blend of Environment Agency and consultants fulfilling the roles of Data Analyst, Business Analyst, service desk and knowledge management. We have cultivated a culture of collaboration within the team and have an excellent breadth of skills and experience for joiners to learn from.
The role is diverse, challenging, fast-paced and changeable. Analytical skills are central, as are initiative, time management, prioritising workload, building relationships, and project management skills. Effective communication skills, showing empathy and understanding of your audience is essential.
Essential capabilities:
Highly proficient in data analysis using Excel (cleaning, processing and visualising data in Excel 2013 as a minimum)
Able to manage yourself; highly motivated, organised, resilient and able to deliver
Strong influencing and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a changing environment
Developed and delivered business information using data analytics
Preferable capabilities:
Knowledge of supply chain management/commercial frameworks/construction programmes
Experience of using SQL or other database querying languages; R, Python, VBA or DAX
Experience using BI application(s) e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Qlik
Experience of data warehousing and business intelligence platforms
Experience using APIs to access data (Python preferable)
Experience creating ETL processes (FME preferable)
Project management qualifications (e.g. Prince2 or APMG)
Essential capabilities:
Highly proficient in data analysis using Excel (cleaning, processing and visualising data in Excel 2013 as a minimum)
Able to manage yourself; highly motivated, organised, resilient and able to deliver
Strong influencing and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a changing environment
Developed and delivered business information using data analytics
Preferable capabilities:
Knowledge of supply chain management/commercial frameworks/construction programmes
Experience of using SQL or other database querying languages; R, Python, VBA or DAX
Experience using BI application(s) e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Qlik
Experience of data warehousing and business intelligence platforms
Experience using APIs to access data (Python preferable)
Experience creating ETL processes (FME preferable)
Project management qualifications (e.g. Prince2 or APMG)
Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working practices support a healthy work/life balance and offer numerous choices to help accommodate the demands that various personal commitments may present.
Location is flexible, however the core EA staff in the team are currently based in Bristol and this would be a preferred location. Some travel to other EA office locations may be required but this is likely to be infrequent. As a dispersed team you should feel comfortable connecting to team members and customers remotely via Teams, Outlook etc and face to face.
For further information please contact: Charlie Carlisle Charlie.carlisle@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews are likely to take place the fortnight commencing 29/08/22
Location is flexible, however the core EA staff in the team are currently based in Bristol and this would be a preferred location. Some travel to other EA office locations may be required but this is likely to be infrequent. As a dispersed team you should feel comfortable connecting to team members and customers remotely via Teams, Outlook etc and face to face.
For further information please contact: Charlie Carlisle Charlie.carlisle@environment-agency.gov.uk
Interviews are likely to take place the fortnight commencing 29/08/22
21/08/2022, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Data and Information Management
You have been given an unprocessed dataset and asked to produce a set list of visuals or graphs, what steps might you take to complete the task? How would you process and manage the data?
You may wish to consider using the STAR method when providing your answer.
You may wish to consider using the STAR method when providing your answer.
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Please give an example of a problem you have solved that you're proud of, and explain why you solved it the way you did and what the alternative solutions might have been?
You may wish to consider using the STAR method when providing your answer.
You may wish to consider using the STAR method when providing your answer.
Communicates Effectively
Please give an example of a time you've communicated a difficult topic effectively - why was it difficult? who was the audience?
You may wish to consider using the STAR method when providing your answer.
You may wish to consider using the STAR method when providing your answer.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.