Data Visualization Analyst

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