Senior Data Analyst

Are you a Senior Data Analyst with a passion for turning complex data into actionable insights and driving meaningful impact? Do you thrive in dynamic environments, leveraging your technical expertise and leadership skills to optimise performance, enhance engagement, and support data-driven decision-making? If this sounds like you, keep reading…

ABOUT ALX AFRICA

ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and reskill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers.

With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity.

We achieve this by:

• Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future.
• Empowering the next generation of technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through challenging, real-world coursework.
• Building a lifelong, impactful community of tech professionals that support them at all stages of their career journey. 

 Visit our website www.alxafrica.com to learn more about our digital revolution.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

We are a team of passionate and dedicated data engineers, analysts and scientists who are on a mission to build data products that solve the needs of our customers. This includes a Data warehouse, BI dashboards, Impact tracking and Predictive & AI models.  We work as business partners with our key stakeholders to empower them with data access, visibility and insights to make data-driven decisions and optimise outcomes (enrolment, payment, retention, placements)  across the talent journey to enable growth and scale while minimising costs.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Data Analyst will be a key player in our data team, responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to provide actionable insights. This role will focus on analyzing learner and graduate performance, optimizing communication platforms and learning content, and supporting data-driven decision-making. The Senior Data Analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, improve, and report on community engagement initiatives, using advanced data analytics tools and techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data related to learner and graduate performance. 
• Evaluate the effectiveness of communication platforms and learning content, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with teams to design and implement community-building experiences and events based on data-driven insights.
• Develop and manage live, automated data systems and dashboards
• Deliver weekly and daily data analysis reports, particularly during program activation phases.
• Support the design and execution of data-driven strategies to enhance learner engagement and satisfaction.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, sharing knowledge and best practices to elevate team performance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science).
• Experience: 5-7 years of data analysis experience, with at least 2-3 years in a senior or lead role in a relevant industry.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (SQL, Python, R, or similar; Expertise in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Data Management: Extensive experience in extracting, managing, and manipulating data from various source systems (APIs, CRM, databases).
• Data Analysis & Interpretation: Advanced ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets, deriving actionable insights.
• Data Visualization: Ability to present complex data clearly and effectively through visualizations and dashboards.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings in clear, accessible reports and presentations.
• Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with experience leading data-driven initiatives and managing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring the highest level of accuracy in all analysis and reporting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with advanced analytics tools (e.g., machine learning algorithms, advanced statistical modelling).
• Experience mentoring or managing junior analysts and fostering collaboration within data teams.
• Experience in education, community engagement, or related fields is highly desirable.
• Experience in setting up automated reporting and data pipelines.

This is a remote role, with a preference for candidates based in the GMT to GMT+4 time zone. Join us to build cutting-edge data solutions that shape the future of education and impact!