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Benefits Realisation & Data Analyst
What will you be doing?
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 Council’s 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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
What We Are Looking For
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
Our Values
At Kent County Council, our values underpin everything we do. We are looking for someone who demonstrates that they are:
- 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
How to Apply
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.
About you
For further information, please contact:
Darren Avery – PMO Manager – 03000 410075
About us
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KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.
Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.
Salary range
- £36,264 - £39,760 per year