Sustainability Data Analyst

dmg events; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global events organisation is seeking a Sustainability Data Analyst to support sustainability objectives through data analysis and stakeholder engagement. This graduate-level role involves managing data systems, producing emissions reports, and using tools like Power BI to generate actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have a background in Sustainability or Environmental Science, excellent communication skills, and strong organisational abilities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualisation tools.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills for collaboration with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to gather event-related activity data.
• Manage a well-organised centralised database for sustainability data.
• Assist in producing quarterly emissions reports aligned with global standards.

Skills

Data analysis and visualisation

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

PLEASE NOTE BEFORE APPLYING: This is a graduate level role

JOB PURPOSE:

This is a Graduate-level role working full time from our Kensington Office. The Sustainability Data Analyst will bring strong technical and analytical capabilities to support the delivery of sustainability objectives across a global events organisation. Requirements of the role include stakeholder engagement and data collection, with the ability to manage centralised databases and ensure accurate, timely reporting. The analyst will play a key role in producing quarterly emissions reports in line with global standards, and in generating actionable insights through a working knowledge of data analysis and visualisation tools such as Power BI or similar. A foundational knowledge of environmental reporting standards and sustainability frameworks, with a willingness to develop deeper expertise, is essential. The role also involves supporting specific sustainability initiatives, contributing to strategic decision‑making, and promoting best practices across the business.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Stakeholder Engagement & Data Collection: Proactively engage with stakeholders to gather event‑related activity data, such as energy and waste metrics. Ensure timely submissions through structured follow‑ups and reminders.
• Maintain Centralised Data Systems: Manage a well‑organised, centralised database for all sustainability data. Ensure regular updates and controlled access for relevant stakeholders.
• Emissions Reporting & Compliance: Assist the Sustainability Manager and carbon accounting partner in producing quarterly emissions reports aligned with global standards and frameworks.
• Data Analysis & Visualisation: Use Power BI to clean, analyse, and visualise sustainability data, enabling clear interpretation and decision‑making.
• Reporting & Insight Generation: Create dashboards and reports that highlight environmental impacts and trends such as intensity metrics across events, supporting strategic decision‑making.
• Strategic Collaboration: Support the Sustainability Manager in preparing insights that contribute to internal decision‑making.
• Initiative‑Specific Data Support: Provide data collection and analysis support for specific sustainability initiatives as required.
• Knowledge Sharing & Best Practice Development: Provide data inputs that support sustainability planning and best practice sharing across the business.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Technical & Analytical Skills: Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualisation tools, including Microsoft Excel and Power BI, with the ability to manage and interpret large datasets. Foundational knowledge of environmental reporting standards, with a willingness to develop deeper expertise.
• Communication Skills: Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisation, time management, and productivity skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Good interpersonal skills and confidence in working collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive Approach: Proactive in approach, with a good sense of judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making.
• Team Player: A good team player with the ability to work independently when required.
• Additional Information: This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability initiatives within a global events organisation. Previous experience in sustainability or the events industry is considered beneficial.

dmg events is an equal opportunity employer.