Overview

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Business Data Analyst to join our team of talented consultants providing professional services to the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The ideal candidate has data analysis experience, values collaboration, and is eager to learn. This position will work as part of a team to develop high-level briefings and data visualizations for senior-level officials.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Identify, gather, and organize financial management data, reports, exhibits, process maps, and narratives using standard Microsoft Office tools and Power BI. Review client-provided data to ensure complete and accurate data sets
• Synthesize information to draft executive summaries, briefing slides, and other deliverables. Identify gaps in information and collaborate with client stakeholders to complete and approve drafts
• Analyze raw data and develop data visualizations to communicate information effectively and succinctly to senior-level officials. Leverage Power BI and other tools to automate and display data
• Review, revise, and edit deliverables, including presentations, briefings, memos, and other materials
• Keep leadership abreast of project execution and any issues (e.g., technical problems, project delays) that may impact achievement of client requirements/deliverables or that may exceed defined scope of work
• Establish the framework, standard operating procedures (SOPs), checklists, and quality control mechanisms to support client requirements
• Conduct and facilitate sessions/workshops/interviews with stakeholders to gather details on processes and activities to facilitate business process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications: The ideal candidate is an analyst that is eager to learn and possesses strategic awareness. Specifically, the ideal candidate will be familiar with, and have experience with the following technical knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong writing and data analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills. Ability to facilitate stakeholder meetings.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to synthesize information and draft summaries and reports.
• Experience working with Senior Executives in the Government, preferably DoD.
• Ability to work under pressure and to adapt quickly in a rapid, changing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Proficiency in Power BI or other business intelligence tools is required. 
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and develop data visualizations using Excel.
• Must have 5 years experience in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and/or Advana.
• Experience with SQL.

Education and Experience: This position requires five (5) years of relevant professional experience. Experience working in or directly for DoD is required. This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.

Clearance: This position requires an active TOP SECRET with SCI eligibility security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Location: This position is located on-site at the Pentagon. 

Physical Requirements: In addition to the skills and qualifications mentioned above, candidates must, at a minimum, be able to meet the following physical requirements.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use stairs without assistance
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, lift, carry, reach, kneel, crouch, bend and climb a step stool/ladder