IT Data Analyst

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Job description

IT Data Analyst opportunity in Newark, NJ!

Candidates must be local and willing to come onsite as needed

Our client is seeking an IT Data Analyst who is motivated by variety, is seeking a challenging environment for professional growth, and is interested in supporting large information technology projects for one of their clients, who is one of the top 10 largest electric companies in the U.S.

The IT Data Analyst will provide technical application support for our utility client and will be required to coordinate system requirements with technical resources, project managers, and customers at various levels. The role is about managing the data and finding insight that can be used by IT Project Management Office Operations Manager that can then improve projects and how they function.

Location: This a remote position located in Newark, NJ. Qualified candidate must be local to the area and able to go into the office periodically when needed.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing data and reports for project managers, the PMO team, project stakeholders, and the C-suite, with an understanding of the different needs of each

Gathering data outputs from projects and producing reports and forecasts about past and future project performance

Review and monitor all IT project performance and perform regular process compliance checks and prepare reports for same

Manage and recommend required improvements to all project methodologies

Draft new and improving existing project management office policies and processes

Working with IT Project Management Office teams to ensure practices are well communicated and understood

Facilitating meetings and presenting reports, analysis, or findings

Documenting and effectively communicating the results of your efforts

Validating solutions meet business needs and requirements

Develop a thorough understanding of business processes, best practices, and available supporting technology & documentation

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

3+ years of experience as a data analyst

Ability to explain technical solutions, practices, and procedures to technical resources, project managers, and customers at various levels through excellent written and oral communication skills

Working knowledge of PMO processes/portfolio management processes is a must

Self-driven and have demonstrated the ability to work independently with minimum guidance

Demonstrated multitasking ability, problem solving skills and a consistent record of on time delivery and customer service

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Expert in Excel

Strong Power Point Presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Utilities experience

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