Data Analyst

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Data Analyst based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. Join a mission-focused team where data-driven insights help improve operational performance and support critical government initiatives. As a Data Analyst, you will collect, validate, and interpret complex datasets to uncover trends, identify inconsistencies, and inform strategic decisions. You will develop reports, dashboards, and visualizations that translate analytical findings into practical recommendations for leadership and operational stakeholders. Working across multiple teams, you will help strengthen data quality, standardize reporting processes, and improve operational efficiency. You will also leverage AI tools to analyze unstructured information and support more effective data-driven workflows. This opportunity is ideal for an analytical, detail-oriented professional who enjoys solving complex problems and turning technical findings into meaningful outcomes. U. S. citizenship is mandatory, and the role is based in Washington, DC, with no travel required. Accountabilities: As a Data Analyst, you will provide analytical, reporting, and operational support to help stakeholders make informed decisions and improve processes. You will be responsible for maintaining reliable data, communicating findings clearly, and developing standardized analytical practices. Your key responsibilities will include: - Collect, analyze, validate, and interpret structured and unstructured data from multiple sources to support operational and strategic initiatives. - Develop recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate trends, performance metrics, and key findings. - Identify data anomalies, inconsistencies, and process gaps, recommending corrective actions and improvements.

- Translate complex analytical results into concise, actionable insights for executives, operational teams, and other stakeholders. - Support program and operational decision-making through quantitative and qualitative analysis. - Assist with data calls, executive briefings, and reporting requirements, ensuring information is accurate and delivered on time. - Monitor performance metrics and recommend improvements to operational efficiency and effectiveness. - Maintain data integrity through quality assurance reviews, validation procedures, and consistent documentation. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reporting workflows, data governance, and analytical processes. - Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, and documentation to standardize reporting and analytical activities. - Apply AI tools to help analyze unstructured data and extract relevant information to support reporting and decision-making. Requirements: The ideal candidate has a strong background in data analysis, business intelligence, or analytical support, along with the ability to communicate complex findings to diverse audiences. You should be comfortable working with multiple data sources, maintaining rigorous quality standards, and using modern analytical tools to solve problems. The key qualifications include: - At least five years of experience in data analysis, reporting, business intelligence, or a related analytical support role. - A bachelor's degree in data analytics, business, statistics, information systems, or a related field. - Experience analyzing complex datasets and presenting findings to executive or operational stakeholders. - Experience using AI tools to analyze unstructured data and information. - Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Business Objects, SQL, or comparable reporting and data visualization tools. - Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.