Job Vacancy For Data Analysts
Systems for Development
- Accra
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Location: These long-term positions will be based in the Accra, Ghana with intermittent travel throughout the countryCompany Name: Systems for Development (S4D)Job Description:Organize Data
- Gather pertinent information and organize it in a logical and functional manner.
- Consult with both data architect and engineer to determine what data needs to be included in the database system and find the best ways to organize and store this information.
- Create flowcharts and diagrams to illustrate how the data will be sorted and stored.
- Support the design and implementation of the MoH/GHS database system
- Facilitate development of MoH/GHS Supply Chain Database Architecture
- Work with Subject Matter Expert to interpret end user requirements into both the data management strategy and architecture
- Ensure all key data sets are embedded in the data structure
- Support establishment of data use culture in MoH/GHS
- Perform tests before databases are launched
- Conduct periodic testing on existing systems to ensure they are performing satisfactorily.
- Support establishment of security systems to prevent the information contained in the database from being accessed by unauthorized users.
- Design and maintain data systems and databases; this includes fixing coding errors and other data-related problems.
- Mine data from primary and secondary sources and reorganize it in a format that can be easily read by either human or machine.
- Use statistical tools to interpret data sets, paying particular attention to trends and patterns that could be valuable for diagnostic and predictive analytics efforts.
- Demonstrate the significance of MoH/GHS data design in the context of local, national, and global public health supply chain trends that impact both MoH/GHS and industry.
- Prepare reports for executive leadership that effectively communicate trends, patterns, and predictions using relevant data.
- Collaborate with architect, engineer, and SME to identify opportunities for process improvements, recommend system modifications, and develop policies for data governance.
- Create appropriate documentation that allows stakeholders to understand the steps of the data analysis process and duplicate or replicate the analysis if necessary.
- Bachelor's degree (preferred in Computer Science, Statistics, or any quantitative field).
- Have a solid understanding of relational databases, and the applications and programs used by those databases.
- Two (2) years of experience in data design and analysis
- Work on Python libraries, including Matplotlib, NumPy, Pandas, etc.
- Background in data analysis and interpretation
- Ability to collate/collect data using the scripting language
- Skilled in tuning applications or conduct query performance
- Ability to model data to assist ad hoc or pre-defined reporting
- Analyze problems and communicate findings with the team or stakeholders
- Strong knowledge of technology trends across IT and digital and how they can be applied to companies to address real world problems and opportunities
- Team oriented and collaborative working style, both with clients and those within the organization
- Growth mindset, positive attitude & strong interest to solve client challenges, adapt to a changing work environment & deal with new issues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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