Manager - Data Analytics and Reporting

KEF is looking for Manager-Data Analytics and Reporting, who will be part of MERA (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Assessment). This role provides an opportunity to lead and contribute to the mission of the organisation through data systems enhancement and the use of data for decision-making. S/he is expected to set up advanced analytical systems for projects. Data-based reporting on a periodic basis is central to this role. The role holder is expected to make data everyone's business in KEF. S/he will assign a significant proportion of time to building data analytical capacity among project team members. S/he will be responsible for critical data support for the organisational expansion strategy. Roles & Responsibilities: Extract project data from multiple sources using automation tools and techniques. Build systems to translate raw data into valuable insights. Understand and grasp the project needs, objectives and key operational considerations of all KEF projects. Automate the project performance scorecard. Offer support to projects to leverage data for operational/management decision-making. Map and identify opportunities with project teams to have data-driven systems and processes (end-to-end execution). Drive data quality throughout the projects. Perform data analysis to discover patterns, draw conclusions and produce periodic reports for projects and management to help decisions. Develop and test data modelling for specific project problems. Coordinate with the IT team for technical and technology-related efficiencies for projects. Review current processes, develop new processes or procedures based on project-specific data analytics. Address demand and organise capacity-building sessions for project staff on utilisation of effective data analytics. Develop data analysis process flow diagram and reporting flow charts for tracking and follow-ups. Perform project cost analysis and link with project operational activities. Support Project Head in making feasible recommendations through financial analysis and forecasting. Explain complex data in simple terms for project staff and other non-technical stakeholders. Regular tracking of project KPIs.

It has been a rewarding sixteen years since we embarked on our mission to equip economically disadvantaged children and youth with education and foundational skills, galvanising them towards a better future. Our 'Inch Wide Mile Deep' approach, home-grown projects focussed on quality education for the low-income segment have been instrumental in shaping the success of our projects across India. KEF's approach is primarily three-pronged– holistic interventions with children and educators in school, equitable scholarships for higher studies, and vocational education and skills training for livelihood. Kotak Education Foundation is the primary implementing agency for the CSR initiatives of Kotak Mahindra Group in Education. Kotak Karma is the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) identity of Kotak Mahindra Group Companies.