Data Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership comprising five institutions, established with a bold vision to eradicate poverty and promote sustainable development across the globe. Founded in 1944, the organization has grown to include 189 member countries and operates more than 120 offices worldwide. The World Bank is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, focusing on solving the world's most pressing development challenges. The organization collaborates with both public and private sector partners, invests in innovative projects, and leverages data, research, and technology to drive transformative change. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org.

Job Overview:
The Data Analyst position at the World Bank involves supporting the Budget Solutions unit, which is responsible for leading the organization's budget systems, data, reporting, and technology-enabled solutions. The role requires the analyst to work closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to identify data needs and reporting gaps, ultimately enhancing budget analytics and client service delivery. The analyst will be tasked with extracting, cleaning, validating, and organizing both structured and unstructured datasets from various World Bank systems, ensuring that the data is accurate, complete, and timely. Additionally, the analyst will conduct exploratory data analysis and prepare visualizations, dashboards, and reports using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or R. The position also involves contributing to the development and documentation of predictive models and AI-enabled solutions, as well as maintaining and updating standard reports and dashboards. The analyst will assist with user testing and knowledge sharing to help business users interpret reports and apply data insights effectively in their decision-making processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Data Analyst will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Supporting business stakeholders and technical teams in identifying data needs and reporting gaps.
• Extracting, cleaning, validating, and organizing datasets from relevant World Bank systems.
• Conducting exploratory data analysis and preparing visualizations, dashboards, and reports.
• Contributing to the development, testing, and documentation of predictive models and reporting tools.
• Maintaining and updating standard reports and dashboards, ensuring data quality and timely delivery.
• Assisting with user testing and documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing among business users.
• Escalating data quality issues and supporting routine validation and troubleshooting of datasets and reports.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in fields such as information systems, data science, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, finance, or business analytics. Additionally, candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience in data analysis or a related area. Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python or R) is required, along with practical experience in preparing datasets and supporting analytical products. A good understanding of statistical analysis, data modeling, and data visualization is essential, as well as experience using tools like Power BI or Tableau to create reports and dashboards. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical audiences are also necessary.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in information systems, data science, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, finance, business analytics, or a related field. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of data analysis and the technical skills needed for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in data analysis or a related field. Candidates should have practical experience in working with data, including data extraction, cleaning, validation, and analysis. Experience in financial planning, reporting, budget analytics, or performance management within large or complex organizations is considered an advantage.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered beneficial but is not explicitly required for the role.

Additional Notes:
This position is a local recruitment opportunity with a term duration of 3 years. The World Bank Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, medical, life and disability insurance, and paid leave, including parental leave. The organization is committed to being an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.