Sr. Associate/Lead: Data Analyst – Schools of Excellence

Bhumi; Chennai; On-site; INR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Bhumi in Chennai is seeking a Sr. Associate to Lead Data Analyst for the Schools of Excellence program. You will strengthen data systems, monitor programme performance, and generate insights for VetriPalligal, collaborating with state leadership and government stakeholders.

The role requires 1–3 years in data analysis or MIS, proficiency in Google Sheets, Excel, and BI tools, and Tamil reading/writing abilities. Salary is Rs 4.5–6.0 lakh per year, negotiable based on profile.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in data analysis, MIS, monitoring and evaluation, or a similar analytical role.
• Experience with large datasets and government reporting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Data Management & Quality Assurance: Collect, clean, validate, and maintain programme datasets from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely availability of data for reporting.
• Data Analysis & Insights: Analyse programme data to identify trends, gaps, and performance patterns, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for state leadership.
• Dashboard & Reporting: Develop and maintain dashboards, trackers, and periodic reports that monitor key programme indicators and support review meetings with internal and government stakeholders.
• Monitoring & Evaluation Support: Support monitoring frameworks by tracking KPIs, conducting data validation exercises, and contributing to programme reviews and evaluations.
• Data Systems & Process Improvement: Strengthen data collection and reporting processes by creating standardised templates, documentation, and workflows that improve data quality and operational efficiency.

Skills

Google Sheets

Excel

Power BI

SQL basics

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics/Data Analytics/Economics/CS/Public Policy/Management or related field

Tools

Looker Studio

Tableau

Job description

Sr. Associate/Lead: Data Analyst – Schools of Excellence

• Salary Rs. 4,50,000 - 6,00,000, (negotiable based on the candidate’s profile)
• State/Province Tamil Nadu
• Country India

Job Description

Aboutthe Program

Schools of Excellence (SoE) is a transformative project launched in 2022 by the Tamil Nadu School Education Department. The initiative aims to transform 28 selected schools across Tamil Nadu’s key corporations and municipalities into excellent institutions of holistic education.

JobDescription

The Associate / Senior Associate –Data Analyst will play a key role in strengthening data systems, monitoring programme performance, and generating actionable insights for the VetriPalligal initiative.

Roles& Responsibilities:

• Data Management & QualityAssurance: Collect,clean, validate, and maintain programme datasets from multiple sources,ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely availability of data forreporting.
  
• Data Analysis & Insights: Analyse programme data toidentify trends, implementation gaps, and performance patterns, andtranslate findings into actionable recommendations for state leadership.
  
• Dashboard & Reporting: Develop and maintaindashboards, trackers, and periodic reports that monitor key programmeindicators and support review meetings with internal and governmentstakeholders.
  
• Monitoring & EvaluationSupport: Supportmonitoring frameworks by tracking key performance indicators, conductingdata validation exercises, and contributing to programme reviews andevaluations.
  
• DataSystems & Process Improvement: Strengthen data collection andreporting processes by creating standardised templates, documentation, andworkflows that improve data quality and operational efficiency.
  

PreferredEducation Qualification / Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Statistics, Data Analytics,Economics, Computer Science, Public Policy, Management, or a related field.
  
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in data analysis, MIS,monitoring and evaluation, or a similar analytical role, preferably within thepublic or development sector.
  
• Experience working with large datasets and governmentreporting systems is highly desirable.
  

Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Tamil (reading andwriting).
  
• Understanding of data analysis, datavalidation, and reporting methodologies.
  
• Familiarity with monitoring andevaluation concepts is desirable.
  

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in GoogleSheets, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and dashboards.
  
• Proficiency in Excel for datacleaning and analysis.
  
• Experience with Power BI, LookerStudio, Tableau, or similar visualisation tools is preferred.
  
• Basic knowledge of SQL and datamanagement is an added advantage.
  

Mindsets:

• Attention to detail with a highstandard of data accuracy.
  
• Curiosity to identify patterns andgenerate meaningful insights.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-pacedenvironment with multiple stakeholders.
  
• Systems thinking to understand howdata informs programme implementation and policy decisions.
  

Other Information:

• Designation: Senior Associate to Lead
• Reporting to: Assistant Manager, Schools of Excellence
• Remuneration: Rs. 4,50,000 - 6,00,000, negotiable based on the candidate’s profile