Data Visualization Analyst - Tenders Global

Data Visualization Analyst

Food and Agriculture Organization

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The position is under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Somalia, the general supervision of the Head of Information & Systems Management and Digital Innovation and the direct supervision of Strategic Information Management Specialist.

Tasks and responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project partners to locate, access, and configure data sources for Power BI extraction.
  • Conduct a comprehensive assessment of data quality, dataflow, storage, data security and completeness.
  • Organize workshops and consultations with project partners to understand their specific data needs.
  • Document project partners requirements carefully, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the project’s information needs.
  • Identify and define key performance indicators that align with project objectives and that can further trigger to early warning messages.
  • Lead the design of the data model and schema, ensuring it accommodates the complex and diverse data sources.
  • Determine data transformation and integration processes, ensuring a smooth flow of data from source to dashboard.
  • Manage connections to the data sources / database, employing Power Query to support their transformation and integration. This stage also involves data quality checking and rectification.
  • Create layout for the Power BI dashboard, providing a visual blueprint of the final product.
  • Develop the dashboard’s user interface, making it user-friendly and intuitive.
  • Integrate and sync data sources effectively, ensuring real-time or semi real-time data updates.
  • Implement data visualization components that convey complex information clearly and facilitate decision-making.
  • Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data, as well as the overall functionality of the dashboard.
  • Support the deployment of the Power BI dashboard to a production environment, ensuring it is accessible to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Continuously monitor the performance of the dashboard and actively gather user feedback for improvements.
  • Conduct training sessions for partners and stakeholders to familiarize them with the dashboard’s features and functionalities.
  • Provide continuous support and maintenance for the Power BI dashboard.
  • Ensure that the dashboard flawlessly reflects changes in data sources and remains up to date.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Candidates Will Be Assessed Against The Following

Minimum Requirements:

  • University degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, information computation design, computer and information sciences or other relevant discipline from a reputable institution. 
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in data visualization. 
  • Working knowledge (level C) of English and Somali.

Technical/Functional Skills 

  • Proficiency in data management tools such as SQL, Power BI, DAX, Tableau, and other data analytics platforms
  • Strong data modelling skills and knowledge of data transformation processes.
  • Expertise in Power BI for dashboard design, data integration, and visualization.
  • Ability to conduct testing, ensure data accuracy, and provide user support.
  • Familiarity with GIS data, scripting, and data security principles.
  • Relevant professional certifications, particularly in Power BI and other data Analytics, are a plus.
  • Continuous learning and professional development in data visualization and related areas is encouraged.

Source: https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2401067

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