Data Analyst
Home Office
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 29th December 2024
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London pay locations: Croydon, £41,300 £44,191
Plus annual allowance of £2,500 - £4,000
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Job summary
The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, fire, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports.
Home Office Digital, Data and Technology designs, builds and develops services for the rest of the department and for government. Every year our systems support up to 3 million visa applications, checks on 100 million border crossings, up to 8 million passport applications and deliver 140 million police checks on people, vehicles and property.
Within DDaT, the Data Services and Analytics (DSA) team find innovative uses for Home Office data and contains one of the most advanced data analytics centres in Government. We strive to lead the way in appropriate and proportionate use of data and analytics to deliver joined-up, intelligent services that unlock the value from data and improve decision making, policy and operations.
What this means is a daily opportunity to work with teams across the Home Office’s areas of responsibility, from borders, visas and passports, to policing and national security, with some of the largest and most varied datasets and in support of critical national initiatives.
Data Services and Analytics consist of technical and non-technical professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds, we are the hub of data expertise within the department. We support our teams with structured learning, both formal and on-the-job, mentoring and feedback.
We embrace diversity and inclusion to ensure we represent the public we serve, and we are passionate about fair treatment and the wellbeing of our colleagues as part of our ambitions to be a brilliant Civil Service.
By joining Data Services and Analytics now, you can help drive forward our aim to become recognised as the leading provider of data insight services in Government.
Job description
Data Analysts collect, organise and study data to provide business insight.
As a Data Analyst, you will understand, manipulate and accurately analyse data, providing insight, briefing internal and external audiences in ways that make complex information easy to understand, particularly for non-technical audiences.
You will work across a broad range of areas (e.g. Business Intelligence, Data Assurance and Quality), applying tools and techniques for data analysis and data visualisation, including the use of BI tools.
You will be engaged with, and actively contribute to, the performance analysis community and be comfortable with mentoring to upskill junior staff.
Work Pattern
This role is available on a full-time basis with the option of compressed hours working.
Key responsibilities:
- managing, cleaning, abstracting and aggregating data alongside a range of analytical studies on that data
- identifying, collecting and migrating data to/from a range of systems
- assisting with data quality checking and cleaning
- presenting data and conclusions logically and concisely in the most appropriate format and in adherence to overarching Analysis Function standards
- summarising and presenting the results of data analysis to a range of customers, making recommendations
- using a range of analytical techniques such as data mining, time series, forecasting and modelling techniques to identify and predict trends in data
You will also be expected to carry out the following day to day activities:
- manipulating and linking different data sets as required
- interpreting and applying relevant data information security standards, policies and procedures to data
- performing routine statistical analysis and ad-hoc queries which may include the production of reports
- utilising coding and programming skills for data and analytics
- continually developing programming and analysis skills of self and others through the coaching of Apprentices, Interns and new Data Analysts
- working with Data Engineers to map, produce, transform and test new data feeds for data owners and consumers
Person specification
Essential criteria:
You’ll have demonstrable passion for Data Analysis, with the following skills or some experience in:
- using a range of Data Analytics techniques (e.g. network analysis, data matching, information retrieval, text analysis) in a real-world setting
- understanding the different types of data, including open and public data, administrative data and research data
- understanding the fundamentals of data structures, database system design, implementation and maintenance
- clearly defining customer requirements for data analytics
- communicating complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences in a language which meets the needs of different users
- presenting technical / analytical work to senior customers with guidance
- using tools such as SQL, python, Power BI.
The skills listed above are reflective of the Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession Skills and Competency Model (based on the industry standard SFIA framework). SFIA 8 — English (sfia-online.org)
Please see below for the relevant skills required for your role:
Strategy & Architecture
- Strategy and Planning
o Innovation (INOV) – Level 2
- Governance, Risk and Compliance
o Quality Assurance (QUAS) – Level 2
Development and Implementation
- Systems Development
o Programming/Software Development (PROG) – Level 2
- Data and Analytics
o Data Modelling and Design (DTAN) – Level 2
o Analytics (INAN) – Level 3
Relationships and Engagement
- Stakeholder Management
o Stakeholder Relationship Management (RLMT) – Level 3
Desirable criteria:
Ideally you will also have the following skills or some experience in:
- applying industry standard tools and methods for data analysis
- demonstrating awareness of the range of data protection and legal issues
- understanding the importance of the domain context for data analytics
- avoiding / resolving the quality issues that can arise with data
- demonstrating awareness of quality assurance for analysis
- applying innovative approaches to resolve problems
Desirable Qualifications;
- A numerate degree or equivalent experience
- Proven IT and mathematical skills demonstrated through relevant qualifications or work experience
- Experience working in a data profession is desirable
- ITIL v3 or v4 Foundation is desirable
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Innovation (INOV) – Level 2
- Quality Assurance (QUAS) – Level 2
- Programming/Software Development (PROG) – Level 2
- Data Modelling and Design (DTAN) – Level 2
- Analytics (INAN) – Level 3
- Stakeholder Relationship Management (RLMT) – Level 3
Benefits
In addition to your salary, a career with the Home Office offers a range of benefits, including:
This post is eligible for a DDaT RRA. Successful Candidates with exceptional skills and experience may apply for a RRA between £2,500 - £4,000. This allowance is subject to an initial review within six months of taking up the post and thereafter an annual review in-line with departmental priorities and could be reduced or withdrawn at any time.
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
- In-year reward scheme for one-off or sustained exceptional personal or team achievements.
- 25 days annual leave on appointment, rising with service to 30 days.
- Eight days of public holidays, plus one additional privilege day.
- Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.
We will endeavour to conduct the selection process in line with the dates indicated below, but cannot guarantee that these will not, where necessary, be revised.
1. Application – by 29th December 2024.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete:
- Personal Statement (maximum 1000 words).
- CV including job history, qualifications and skills.
The Personal Statement should be aligned to and demonstrate how you meet the skills and experience set out in the essential criteria, detailed in the job description.
Your CV should consist of your career history and skills, including any key achievements in each role. Your CV will be scored and used to provide further context on your personal statement, and support conversations at interview.
For guidance and information on how to construct your application (CV, Personal Statement and Behaviours), you are encouraged to visit Civil Service Careers website.
2. Sift – week commencing 6th January 2025.
The sift will be held on the Personal Statement and CV.
Should a high volume of applications be received, the sift will be conducted only on the Personal Statement.
3. Interview – week commencing 27th January 2025.
If you are successful at sift stage, you will be invited to an interview that will be Technical Skills based questions.
Interviews will be carried out via video. Candidates will be required to have access to:
• A laptop (personal or work) with a working webcam
• Good internet connection
• Microsoft Teams
Problems during the application process
If you experience problems accessing this advert, or you think you’ve made a mistake on an initial application, please contact hocandidates.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk, including the vacancy reference, at least two working days before the vacancy closes. Further information can be found on our website.
Location Preferences
You can select up to three locations in order of preference. Please ensure that these are locations you are prepared to travel to. If you are offered a role at one of your preferred location(s) and you decline, your application will be withdrawn.
Reserve List
A reserve list may be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made. There is no guarantee that being held on a reserve list will lead to a job offer. Further information can be found on our website.
Reserve lists will be held for each location and profession. Candidates will be appointed in merit order by location and profession.
Candidates judged to be a near miss at interview may be offered a post at the grade below the one advertised without the need to go through a further selection process, providing the role has the same Success Profiles elements and essential skills. There is no guarantee that further such vacancies will arise.
All Civil Servants are expected to comply with the Civil Service Code, and its core values of integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality.
Additional Security Checks
As well as successfully obtaining UK Security Vetting clearance, candidates will be subject to a range of additional checks. The range of checks carried out will depend on whether you are a current Home Office employee, existing civil servant or an external new entrant as well as the role requirements. Further details are included in the Notes to Candidates.
Further information
In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct.
If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.
If you are invited to an interview, you will be required to bring documentation for the purposes of establishing your identity.
You will need to meet the nationality requirements for this role and obtain the necessary security clearance to take it up.
For meaningful security checks to be carried out, individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. Learn more on our website. Security Checks - Home Office Careers
For further information on National Security Vetting please visit the following page https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/demystifying-vetting
Visa sponsorship
We do not sponsor individuals via Skilled Worker Sponsorship / Tier 2 (General) work visas.
Reasonable Adjustments
If a person with disabilities is at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.
If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:
- Contact Government Recruitment Service via HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs
- Complete the “Assistance Required” section in the “Additional Requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you're deaf, a language service professional
If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the ‘Contact point for applicants’ section.
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Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Home Office Resourcing Centre - DDaT Resourcing
- Email : HORCCampaignTeamDDAT@homeoffice.gov.uk
Recruitment team
- Email : HOrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Further information
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HORecruitment.GRS@cabinetoffice.gov.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission.
