Job Description

Job Code- 5323
Position: Section Head of Data Analytics
Experience: 6+ years
Location: Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain
Client: Government Entity
Duration: 1 year (Renewable)
Payroll: Sundus
Job Purpose
To supervise the management and analysis of data specialized in the Ministry's fields of work through developing governance policies, enhancing integration with stakeholders, supporting evidence-based decision-making, and achieving efficiency in delivering social services.
Qualifications & Experience

• Education (minimum):

• Master's: 3+ years' experience
• Bachelor's: 6+ years' experience
• Specializations: Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, or any related field.

Key Responsibilities
Managerial Responsibilities

• Lead in setting department goals and strategic plans aligned with the Ministry's vision.
• Supervise implementation of approved strategies and objectives.
• Direct the preparation and allocation of the department's budget and oversee expenditure.
• Review performance reports and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor key performance indicators and propose enhancements.
• Determine HR needs and ensure the availability of required competencies.
• Provide continuous professional support and constructive feedback.
• Promote a culture of cooperation, innovation, and design thinking to improve processes and services.

Institutional Responsibilities

• Manage departmental operations in alignment with governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with institutional excellence and risk management guidelines.
• Prepare internal and external reports with accuracy and alignment to requirements.
• Lead change management initiatives and oversee results.
• Identify technical needs and adopt effective, cost-efficient solutions.
• Explore innovative opportunities and lead implementation to address challenges.
• Proactively identify professional development opportunities and enhance technical capabilities.

Functional Responsibilities

• Oversee development and updating of policies and procedures for data governance and quality, ensuring privacy and accessibility according to best local and international practices.
• Lead quality assurance efforts, including audits and reviews to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
• Direct creation of centralized databases and ensure integration of data from multiple sources.
• Oversee planning, collection, and analysis of internal and external data using advanced tools to support evidence-based decisions.
• Lead design and implementation of KPIs related to ministry services and programs, updating them as needed.
• Supervise preparation of analytical reports with insights on trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate specialized research studies in ministry-related fields and social/economic changes.
• Supervise preparation of professional reports on data analysis to measure impact of policies and programs.
• Develop advanced tools for analysis and reporting to provide insights to senior leadership.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Department Director.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of completed analytical reports and studies.
• Accuracy and integrity of centralized databases.
• Number of data-driven recommendations adopted by the Ministry.

Competencies
Leadership Competencies:

• Change Leadership Practitioner
• Empowering & Developing Employees Practitioner
• Strategic Thinking Practitioner

Core Competencies:

• Accountability Practitioner
• Effective Resource Management Practitioner
• Results Orientation Practitioner
• Customer Service Focus Practitioner
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills Practitioner
• Teamwork Practitioner

Technical Competencies:

• Statistical & Quantitative Data Analysis Advanced
• Dashboard & KPI Design Advanced
• Big Data Management Advanced
• Analytical Tools Usage Advanced
• Data Governance & Quality Advanced

Skills Required