Data and Intelligence Officer

Are you passionate about data and intelligence? Do you have the skills and experience to support corporate and operational decision-making? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Executive Office team as a Data and Intelligence Officer.

This is a new role that will provide technical support, co-ordination and delivery of initiatives contributing to the execution of a Council-wide Data Strategy, as well as cross-council aspects of our corporate business plan. You will work closely with the Data and Intelligence Manager and collaborate with various departments to identify information uses, practices and skills, support the development of the Data Strategy and implement required projects and changes to practice.

As the Data and Intelligence Officer, you will collect and manage data from various sources, such as surveys, databases, and web analytics, to support reporting and analysis for corporate decision-making. You will also coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams on data-related activities, such as data quality, data governance, and data visualization, and continuously improve your data skills and knowledge through training and learning opportunities.

We are looking for someone with proven experience and knowledge in data analysis, data management, and data visualization, who can use statistical and business intelligence tools to generate insights and communicate them effectively. You will also need a degree in a relevant field, strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and the ability to support others in data-related activities. In addition, you will demonstrate personal qualities such as confidence, adaptability, attention to detail, and problem-solving. You will also be able to work collaboratively with teams and colleagues across the organisation.

We are currently taking part in a 4 day working week (32 hours per week) to improve recruitment and retention and support the wellbeing of our colleagues. You can read more about it on our 4-day week webpage or talk to us about the detail of this flexible benefit we have been offering.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Anne Ainsworth (email [email protected]) or Kevin Ledger (email [email protected])

We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing Date: 9am 8 August 2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed