Data Analyst

Summary

Join Nava, a public benefit corporation, as a Data Analyst and translate data into actionable insights to enhance government services. Develop, manage, and maintain reports and dashboards to monitor key metrics and evaluate program outcomes. Collaborate with government clients and cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions. Analyze large datasets to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Contribute to Nava's data analytics capabilities by supporting an internal community of practice. All work will be done in service of Nava's values: Be active stewards, Build together, Progress takes work, Inclusion is essential, and Impact over ideology.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in data analysis or business intelligence, with a proven track record of designing and maintaining reports, dashboards and visualizations
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Power BI development
• Proficiency in SQL and working with relational databases
• Experience tailoring reports and visualizations to meet specific business and stakeholder needs
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret data to inform business and program decisions
• Understanding of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and a demonstrated ability to build effective stakeholder and client relationships
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information securely
• Experience working in fast-paced environments
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired
• Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
• May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and optimize dashboards, reports and data visualizations to track key metrics and performance indicators for government programs
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to understand data and reporting needs and deliver data-driven insights that improve operations and enhance service delivery
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency and integrity across reports and dashboards
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for program and process improvements
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to proactive surface reporting and data needs, ensuring analytics are considered early and throughout the project lifecycle
• Clearly communicate findings and recommendations through presentations, documentation and visualizations tailored to stakeholder audiences
• Provide support through documentation, office hours and training to help clients and stakeholders effectively use and interpret reporting solutions
• Contribute to building Nava’s data analytics capability by supporting an internal community of practice

Benefits

• Health coverage – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
• Time off – Vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating days to rest and recharge
• Company holidays- Enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
• Annual bonus – When Nava meets goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
• Parental leave – Paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
• Wellness program – Full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
• Virtual care – See doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
• Sabbatical leave – Earn extended paid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
• 401(k) match – Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
• Flexible work – Remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
• Home office setup – Company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
• Utility support – Monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
• Learning opportunities – Internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
• Development budget – Annual allowance for courses, tuition, certifications, & LinkedIn Learning access
• Referral bonus – Get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
• Commuter benefits – Pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
• Insurance coverage – Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
• Supportive culture – A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care