Data Analyst

Job Title: Data Analyst

Reporting to: Director of Community Engagement

Status: Full-time; Exempt

About The Partnership To End Homelessness

Our values – compassion, inclusion, integrity, professionalism and social justice – steer our strategy, decision making and operations as we work to achieve the mission of ending homelessness by preventing it.

The Partnership’s upstream intervention model combines housing, rental assistance and crisis services with mental health, support and education programming to prevent people from losing their homes. Our services are available to New Yorkers of any ability, age, family type, gender, national origin, race and sexual orientation who are at risk of, experiencing or recovering from homelessness.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, the Data Analyst is responsible for managing data systems, analysis and reporting to advance the mission of preventing homelessness and achieving equitable outcomes. This role oversees data collection, integrity, analysis and continuous improvement to support program delivery, compliance and organizational effectiveness. A strategic and analytical thinker, the Data Analyst brings expertise in data-informed decision-making, system optimization and translating client and program data into actionable insights. The position plays a central role in partnering with program, finance and development teams, maintaining strong relationships with government agencies and external partners and ensuring high-quality reporting that supports funding, evaluation and community building efforts.

Responsibilities

§ Promote a client-first, data-informed culture aligned with the organization’s mission to prevent homelessness and advance equitable outcomes and impact.

§ Lead the management, integrity and continuous improvement of internal databases and external data platforms including HMIS systems, Census analysis tools, Housing Vacancy Survey data and NYC OpenData, to support program delivery, compliance, reporting and staff efficiency.

§ Oversee data collection, analysis and reporting to ensure accurate and timely information for funders, leadership and program teams.

§ Interpret quantitative and qualitative data and create clear charts, graphics and data visualizations to communicate trends, outcomes and impact.

§ Translate program and client data into insights that support development, evaluation and data-driven community building efforts.

§ Serve as the organization’s data systems subject matter expert, advising leadership on risks, opportunities and best practices related to data use and system performance.

§ Collaborate with finance, development and program teams to support funding procurement, grant reporting and contractual deliverables.

§ Maintain strong relationships with government agencies, vendors and external partners related to data systems and reporting.

§ Develop documentation, training materials and workflows; train and support staff to ensure consistent and accurate data practices that reflect the realities of serving households in crisis.

§ Ensure excellent database management and analytics, maintain data integrity, meet all program contractual and reporting requirements and prepare weekly, quarterly and annual reports focused on prevention impact and outcomes.

§ Other duties as assigned.

Skills and qualifications

§ Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree a plus;

§ Experience in data systems, analytics or information management;

§ Strong knowledge of data systems supporting housing, homelessness prevention, human services or related social impact fields, with a demonstrated commitment to equity and client-centered practice;

§ Demonstrated experience leading data strategy, system implementation and continuous improvement in complex, fast-paced environments;

§ Experience overseeing data collection, validation, compliance and reporting for government contracts, grants and funders;

§ Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience partnering with program, finance and development teams to support funding, evaluation and organizational effectiveness;

§ Advanced comfort with data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate technical information into clear insights for diverse audiences;

§ Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and experience working effectively with diverse teams and communities;

§ Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholder needs in a complex organizational environment;

§ Interest and aptitude for building, refining and documenting systems, workflows and best practices from the ground up;

§ Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills; bilingual Spanish preferred;

§ Proficiency with MS Office, internal databases, HMIS systems, Census Analysis, Housing Vacancy Survey and NYC OpenData;

This description describes the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this role. The Partnership To End Homelessness reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The work environment and physical demands described represent those encountered by, and that must be met by, an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position operates in a professional office environment with a low to moderate noise level; routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, cameras, photocopiers/scanners and filing cabinets; is required to travel to external meetings, and be able to work evenings and weekends, as needed; and, frequently focus for long periods of time. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit; maintain a stationary position for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to operate objects, tools or controls such as phones, computers and office equipment and accessories; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear and exchange accurate information via in-person, electronic, telephonic, virtual and written communications. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunities Employer

At The Partnership, difference is us. We are an equal opportunities employer and prohibit discrimination against any individual based on ability, age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Benefits

Compensation for this full-time, exempt role includes: $80K salary; generous PTO and benefits, including employer coverage of 100% of employee health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision); disability; life insurance; transit; and 401K with employer contribution. A seasonal 4-day work week, based in NYC office.

How to apply 

Please submit a letter of interest that explains:

1. How your skills and experience make you a fit for The Partnership and this role. 
2. How The Partnership and this role are a good fit for your ongoing interests and career goals. 

Include a copy of your résumé as support for your letter.