Data Analyst/Sr. Data Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The Institute for Capacity Development (ICD) is a division of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that focuses on supporting member countries in building their institutions and capacity to formulate and implement sound economic and financial policies. Established to enhance the capabilities of countries, ICD plays a crucial role in capacity development delivery, which includes training and technical assistance in macroeconomic and financial policy. The organization is responsible for the development and implementation of the Fund’s capacity development strategy, ensuring that member countries can effectively manage their economic policies. The ICD operates globally, providing support to various countries, and is committed to fostering sustainable economic growth through enhanced institutional capacity.

Job Overview:
The Data Analyst/Sr. Data Analyst position within the Resource Management and Policy Coordination Division of the Institute for Capacity Development (ICDRM) is a contractual role focused on data and information management and analysis. The successful candidate will work closely with the management of ICDRM to support the department's financial management and capacity development activities. This role involves developing and maintaining reports and dashboards that monitor and analyze financial and capacity development management, compiling data for internal and external requests, and proposing advanced visualization techniques for complex datasets. The analyst will also recommend enhancements for budget forecasting and tracking, manage the divisional website, and support the optimization and automation of processes. This position is critical for ensuring that the department can effectively track its performance and make informed decisions based on data analysis.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Data Analyst/Sr. Data Analyst include:

• Developing and maintaining comprehensive reports and dashboards to monitor financial and capacity development management.
• Compiling data and preparing presentations in response to both internal and external data requests.
• Proposing and developing advanced visualization techniques for complex datasets related to financial and operational performance.
• Recommending analytics enhancements for budget forecasting and tracking.
• Managing the divisional website to ensure it is up-to-date and user-friendly.
• Supporting the optimization and automation of processes to improve efficiency within the division.
• Collaborating with team members to ensure that data management practices align with departmental goals and objectives.
• Engaging in project management activities to ensure timely delivery of data-related projects.
• Assisting in the development of training materials and resources related to data management and analysis.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree or equivalent in programming/systems, computer science, statistics, finance, mathematics, economics, or a related field of study. Additionally, the successful candidate should demonstrate excellent data management and analysis skills, with experience in data visualization tools, particularly PowerBI. Operational experience in leveraging a data warehouse to build dashboards and reports, as well as answering ad hoc data requests, is essential. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, especially advanced Excel functions, is required. Candidates should also have demonstrated abilities in developing solutions based on SharePoint and HTML, as well as experience in web design and content management. Strong analytical and quantitative skills, along with effective planning and project management capabilities, are crucial for success in this role.

Educational Background:
A university degree or equivalent in programming/systems, computer science, statistics, finance, mathematics, economics, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background provides the foundational knowledge necessary for effective data analysis and management, as well as the technical skills needed to utilize various data visualization tools and software.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have operational experience in data management and analysis, particularly in leveraging data warehouses to create dashboards and reports. Experience in responding to ad hoc data requests is also necessary. Candidates should have a proven track record of working under pressure and managing multiple tasks concurrently, demonstrating the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality work.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, as strong oral and written communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and reporting. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This is a one-year contractual appointment, with the possibility of renewal for up to four years of cumulative contractual service, depending on the incumbent's performance, budget availability, and ongoing business needs. The position is specifically open to candidates who are currently residing in the Washington DC metro area. The IMF is committed to non-discrimination in employment practices and welcomes requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.