Data Analyst

The Data Analyst provides analytical support for grants management, program oversight, operational improvements, and leadership decision-making. This position collects, cleans, analyzes, interprets, and reports quantitative and qualitative data while identifying trends, risks, opportunities, and performance insights that improve organizational effectiveness.

LOCATION: Atlanta, GA; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Kansas City, MO; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC

Position is not remote, but telework may be available 1-2 days/week.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Perform routine and complex qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Develop reports, briefs, summaries, trends analyses, and management information products.
• Analyze operational, programmatic, and performance data to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Prepare written reports and presentations communicating findings and recommendations.

Information Collection and Evaluation

• Design and implement surveys, questionnaires, interview protocols, and data collection instruments.
• Support data collection efforts and reporting requirements.
• Conduct qualitative reviews of documents, applications, reports, and correspondence.
• Identify anomalies, missing information, and opportunities for process improvements.

Data Request Support

• Respond to leadership and stakeholder data requests.
• Track and prioritize analytical assignments.
• Produce ad hoc analyses and briefing materials on short timelines.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze workflows and business processes.
• Develop recommendations supported by quantitative and qualitative evidence.
• Support development of operational metrics and performance measurement frameworks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Data Science, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of analytics experience.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience producing written reports and presenting findings.
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Excel, Python, R, and Smartsheet.
• Experience with SQL, Qualtrics, GIS, Tableau, Power BI, ArcGIS, and GitHub.
• Knowledge of survey design and implementation.
• Experience supporting federal, education, or human services programs.

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Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit and qualifications, ensuring a fair and competitive selection process.

EEO Statement: Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit and qualifications, ensuring a fair and competitive selection process.