Specialist, Data Visualization and Analytics

Are you passionate about translating complex data into visual stories? Join United Way for Southeastern Michigan in our quest to drive meaningful change through data visualization and analytics. As a Full Time Specialist in this role, you will have the opportunity to work hybrid, providing you with the flexibility to excel in a high performing environment. In addition, with a competitive salary range of $55,000-$60,000, you can expect to be fairly compensated for your expertise and dedication to our mission.

Embrace the chance to make a real impact in Detroit while utilizing your skills in data visualization and analytics. You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, 20 days of Paid Time Off, 12 paid holidays, $0 Telehealth benefit, and company paid STD/LTD & AD&D. Apply now to be part of a dynamic team striving to improve lives in our community.
United Way for Southeastern Michigan: Who We Are

What is it like to work united? Here at United Way for Southeastern Michigan our Team Members combine their individual strengths to develop solutions to some of our region's toughest challenges alongside our donors, advocates, volunteers and partners. Join our team as we work collaboratively to impact the communities within southeastern Michigan!

For more than 100 years, we've responded to the community's most pressing challenges around children and family, health and the community.
Your role as a Specialist, Data Visualization and Analytics

As the Data Visualization and Analytics Specialist at United Way for Southeastern Michigan, you will play a crucial role in analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing data to support our Client Services teams, including 2-1-1, Community Information Exchange, and Social Navigation. Your insights will drive continuous improvement, facilitate learning, and enable data-informed decision-making. Join us in harnessing the power of data to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities in Detroit.
Does this sound like you?

To excel in the role of Data Visualization and Analytics Specialist at United Way for Southeastern Michigan, candidates must possess a diverse skill set. Proficiency in collecting, managing, and analyzing data from various sources is essential for supporting Client Services teams effectively. The ability to work collaboratively with teams to understand key performance indicators and develop tailored analytic plans is crucial. Experience in leveraging visualization tools like PowerBI, Power Query, Excel and ArcGIS to transform data into actionable insights is highly valued.

Strong analytical skills, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, are necessary to identify patterns and trends within complex data sets. Effective communication skills, a commitment to racial equity, and a passion for empowering others through data-driven decision-making are key attributes for success in this role.

Some Duties are:
• Collect, manage, and analyze data in a wide range of formats and from multiple sources for the Client Services teams.
• Work with the Client Services teams to understand their KPIs and develop analytic plans to evaluate business questions, problems and opportunities.
• Identify manual processes that hinder productivity and work with cross- functional teams to implement process improvements that streamline or automate data collection.
• Leverage visualization tools {PowerBI, ArcGIS, etc.} to translate data into actionable information to drive value and results with donors, volunteers, partners, and the broader community.
• Analyze and interpret data using various techniques to identify patterns and trends.
• Communicate complex data and information in accessible formats and compelling data stories tailored to different stakeholders and audiences.
• Support efforts to embed racial equity and community voice throughout the data lifecycle.
• Be a resource and advocate for using data to inform decision-making within and outside the organization by teaching and empowering others to use data.
REquirements

• Outcome-driven and familiarity using data to inform business analysis and to drive learning for leaders and program teams
• Strong data analysis and evaluation {quantitative and qualitative} skills
• Data visualization creation, including software such as PowerBI, Tableau or GIS mapping
• Present findings clearly and concisely
• Able to learn new concepts and software systems as needed
• Commitment to sharing knowledge, building internal and external stakeholders' data and evaluation capacity, and managing continuous improvement using a collaborative team approach

• A bachelor's degree( BA/BS/BBA) in business, social sciences, human services, public administration, or a related field.
• At least 1-3 years' experience in the non-profit sector, with a demonstrated track record of progressing responsibilities
• Academic or professional training in analysis, visualization, data storytelling or evaluation.
• Professional experience in similar role preferred.

Make your move

We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Don't wait - apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities. Let's work together to make great things happen!

This is a grant-funded position whose funding is guaranteed through June 2025. Continuance of funding is expected but not guaranteed.

Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination will be required to be submitted if offered this opportunity.

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

** Must be local to Detroit, MI or within a commutable distance**

This posting will close May 17, 2024.