Data Analyst (Business Intelligence, Finance & Development)

Kuehne Climate Center; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative climate-focused organization in Hamburg seeks a Data Analyst to support economic and development analytics. The successful candidate will analyze data related to trade and logistics while developing dashboards and maintaining data integrity. Ideal applicants will have a Master’s degree and 3–5 years of experience in data analytics. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic international team committed to climate action and sustainability.

Leistungen

Creative freedom

Professional growth opportunities

International team environment

Qualifikationen

• 3–5 years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or development economics.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Intermediate skills in Python, R, or SQL for data analysis.

Aufgaben

• Collect and analyze data related to trade, logistics, finance, and development indicators.
• Support the development of a proprietary data repository.
• Build dashboards and KPIs to monitor performance.

Kenntnisse

Data analysis

Business intelligence

Financial modelling

Data visualization

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Economics, Data Science, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Python

R

SQL

Jobbeschreibung

Job Purpose

As Data Analyst of the Kuehne Climate Center (KCC), you will support the Knowledge Hub’s economic and development analytics, bridging business intelligence and sustainability data. The position covers the full analytical workflow — data gathering, cleaning, structuring, analysis, visualization, and the creation of actionable insights. It has a stronger economic and financial focus and is expected to support the broader analytical needs of all KCC Program Lines. In this role, the Data Analyst will work closely with the full Knowledge Hub Team, including the Senior Data Analyst and the Researcher, collaborating across all analytical areas.

What You Will Do

• Conduct research and collect data with a focus on trade, logistics, finance, and development indicators
• Clean, organize, and document datasets; maintain data integrity and comparability
• Support the development of a proprietary KCC data repository for logistics and climate
• Conduct analytics for KCC’s research and implementation projects using advanced analytical methods
• Perform financial and investment modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and scenario-based performance assessment
• Build dashboards and KPI systems for monitoring program and project performance
• Develop dynamic Excel dashboards and data visualizations (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
• Support the integration of datasets into KCC’s emerging intelligence platform
• Use AI-assisted tools for automation and analytical enhancement
• Support the buildup and development of a state-of-the-art analytical toolkit
• Contribute to data narratives and visual outputs used in KCC’s knowledge products
• Collaborate with international research organizations, development agencies, logistics businesses, and other partners in driving key data analytics efforts

You‘re good at

• Designing and conducting data analyses independently and in an organized manner.
• Handling key analytical tools with ease.
• Generating actionable insights and translating these into conclusions and recommendations.
• Applying good business judgement; analytical and business‑minded.
• Working with multi‑source and complex datasets.
• Being creative in finding workarounds and filling gaps when data is missing.
• Working in a collaborative, adaptable way in an international team.
• Being proactive in problem‑solving.

You bring

• 3–5 years of specific professional experience in data analytics, business intelligence, finance, or development economics
• Master’s degree in Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Development Studies, or related field
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, financial modelling, dashboards) and Power BI / Tableau
• Intermediate skills in Python, R, or SQL for data analysis and automation
• Familiarity with international development datasets (World Bank, IMF, UNCTAD, WTO)
• Knowledge of ESG metrics and climate‑related financial disclosure frameworks (TCFD, CSRD) is an asset
• Interest in the logistics industry
• Strong data storytelling and visualization abilities
• Fluency in English (German an asset)
• Eligibility to work in Germany

You will work with

The Data Analyst reports to the Head of Knowledge & Analytics and works closely with the Senior Data Analyst, the Researcher, the Communications Department, and the Management & Operations Team to deliver data‑driven insights and dashboards supporting KCC’s programs and strategic initiatives.

What You Can Expect

• Work in an enthusiastic and highly motivated international team committed to making a real positive impact on climate
• A high degree of creative freedom
• High agility and speed of implementation
• A stimulating and diverse range of work within a strong Foundation network
• Personal and professional growth driven by your own initiative and engagement

Additional Information

The Kuehne Climate Center (KCC) is a subsidiary of the Kuehne Foundation in Schindellegi, Switzerland. Established in 1976 by the Kuehne family and is one of the largest foundations in the German‑speaking world. As an operational foundation it is involved in the areas of logistics, medicine, culture and, since the beginning of 2023, climate action. The Foundation is independent, operational and international.

The KCC implements the Foundation’s climate action mandate. Its mission is to accelerate climate‑compatible development within and through logistics systems. KCC works through applied research and thought leadership, project and advisory work, and training and capacity building, with a particular focus on countries of the Global South.

KCC is a globally operating think‑and‑do tank headquartered in Hamburg’s vibrant Hafencity. From here, we manage and support all our global projects, actively partnering with our regional teams and with institutions from around the world. As a young and fast‑growing organization, KCC offers the opportunity to help shape an ambitious institution from its early stages.

Contact

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application via e‑mail to [e-mail] or via the "Apply" button by 04.01.2026. In case you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Dr. Eduardo Noboa via [e-mail]. Find out more about our current projects and activities by accessing our Kuehne Climate Center LinkedIn page.

About Us

The non‑profit Kühne Foundation was established by the Kühne family in Switzerland in 1976 and is one of the largest foundations in the German‑speaking world. The foundation focuses on education and training as well as research and science in logistics and the transportation industry, it maintains a medical campus with two large research programs in allergology and cardiology, and it supports festivals, opera houses and concert halls in Europe. In the area of climate, the foundation develops and implements innovative ideas on how the transport and logistics sector can support more climate‑friendly and sustainable development. You can find out more about our climate projects and activities on our LinkedIn profile.