ThinkWell is hiring a
Data Analyst

Summary

Join ThinkWell as a Data Analyst in Burkina Faso to provide technical assistance and analytical support across various projects focusing on health economics, financing, reproductive health, and family planning. This full-time position requires strong quantitative skills, understanding of health financing policy reform, and experience working with large datasets.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics and 5+ years’ experience or graduate degree and 3+ years’ experience
• Relevant work experience in a management consulting firm, bilateral or multilateral development agency, and/or international NGO, preferably with some experience managing projects in low- or middle-income countries
• Previous work experience with a Humanitarian organization is an advantage
• Knowledge of statistics; advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint required; proficiency in statistical analysis packages (e.g. STATA, SPSS, SAS) preferred
• Exceptional analytical, research and problem-solving skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings
• A thoughtful systems thinker with grounded, pragmatic understanding of the complexities of our work
• Tech savvy and skilled at visual display of data
• Demonstrated poise and professionalism in engaging with external partners, donors, and stakeholders
• Full fluency in French, and with professional working capacity in English
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to relate respectfully with staff at all levels, ages, genders, nationalities and orientations as well as across work areas
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

• Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports
• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality
• Manage large datasets such as ENDOS and Gratuité claims. This includes cleaning, constructing, sorting, and updating variables
• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets, and create graphics and visualizations of quantitative and qualitative data as needed
• Provide technical advice on how to mitigate risk when working with large datasets, such as accounting for missing data points
• Document the research process through Stata.do files or other methods to follow responsible record-keeping practices
• Develop and validate data collection instruments such as surveys and semi-structured interview questionnaires
• Filter and ‘clean’ data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems
• Source data and information on relevant technical and policy issues and effectively summarize findings
• Provide quantitative and qualitative data analysis across a range of subjects
• Support systematic literature review processes including abstract and full text review and data extraction
• Draft or revise sections of donor reports and coordinate team member input to produce high quality written reports and presentations
• Occasionally represent ThinkWell with external partners, donors or stakeholders at meetings and events
• Work with the Program Manager and the Country Director to prioritize information needs and define new process improvement opportunities
• Contribute to business development, including desk research, technical input, and proposal and concept note writing
• Contribute to the development of knowledge management systems
• Maintain project database of all data, information, reports, technical papers, and publications
• Conduct field monitoring of pilots and liaise with an external third party to monitor and evaluate the pilot project