Realisation & Data Analyst

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Do you enjoy using data to tell a compelling story and influence decisions? Can you translate complex information into clear, actionable insights? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Benefits Realisation and Data Analyst to join our Portfolio Management Office (PMO).

This is a key role at the heart of delivering the Councils strategic priorities, using data, insight and analysis to evidence impact, inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement across our portfolio of programmes and projects. Your work will have a visible impact on service delivery and outcomes for staff and residents we support. It is a great opportunity to shape best practice in data and benefits realisation across the council.

• Deliver workshops and coaching to build capability in benefits realisation and data analysis across the PMO
• Lead the tracking, analysis and reporting of benefits, performance and outcomes across the portfolio
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools (including Power BI) to present clear and compelling insights
• Provide analytical input into business cases, governance reporting and key decision-making processes
• Translate complex data into accessible, meaningful insights for a wide range of audiences
• Support and influence programme and project teams to embed a data-informed approach

• We are seeking someone with:
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with complex datasets
• Experience in benefits realisation, performance reporting and/or data analysis within programmes or projects
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and influence stakeholders
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office 365 tools, particularly Excel and Power BI
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong working relationships
• Understanding of programme/project environments and governance processes

• Brave doing the right thing and embracing challenge
• Curious keen to learn, improve and innovate
• Compassionate respectful, empathetic and inclusive
• Strong together collaborative and supportive
• Responsible accountable for their actions and decisions

Please submit your application explaining how you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Shortlisting will be based on how clearly you demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Kent County Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.