The Alaka’ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a need for a part-time Business Analyst to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Immunizations and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) with its Immunizations Information Systems Support Branch (IISSB) out of Atlanta, GA.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Work with existing analytic staff in IISSB to design new IIS investigations and to apply appropriate statistical techniques in existing analyses.
• Work with CDC and non-CDC staff to determine analytic methods and timelines to complete analyses that will enhance the quality, timeliness, and usefulness of IIS data.
• Develop and/or apply advanced analytic methods applicable to the analysis of IIS Data, and where appropriate, utilize other data sources to produce robust analyses.
• Work with other CDC and non-CDC staff on analyses that use IIS data and/or impact other branches within the Immunization Services Division for the purposes of both routine immunization and pandemic response related activities.
• Work with CDC data system subject matter experts in order to examine the quality of the IIS data within these data systems, and advise IISSB on the scope of analyses that can be conducted using these data.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in statistics/epidemiology, and computer programming, such as SAS (and related products, including SAS Visual Analytics and SAS Office Analytics) programming, including substantial experience in the use of SAS macros, arrays, ODS, and transferring data from/to Microsoft EXCEL to/from SAS.
• Proficiency in creating standardized reports or dashboards from SAS datasets, including outputting Microsoft WORD and PowerPoint documents containing graphs and charts.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in the fields of immunization information systems and immunization services.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least 4-6 years’ related experience In business analysis preferred.
• CDC and/or public health experience is preferred.

DESIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to obtain a favorable National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).

​The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 10 paid holidays. The Alaka`ina Foundation FOCs is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com