Data Analyst

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank; Verona (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Generous PTO

Remote work option

Job summary

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is seeking a Data Analyst in Verona, Virginia to analyze program and operational data, maintain dashboards, and provide staff with reliable information for decision-making.

This entry- to mid-level role supports multiple departments, tracks food distribution and inventory, and helps improve efficiency while ensuring grant and program compliance. Remote work adds flexibility for a nonprofit mission-driven team.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Analyze program and operational data to generate insights and support decision-making.
• Maintain reports and dashboards for staff across departments to ensure access to reliable information.
• Develop reporting tools and data views to track food distribution, inventory management, and program outcomes.
• Contribute to measuring impact, grant compliance, and improving operational efficiency through data systems and reporting tools.

Skills

SQL (beginner–to–intermediate)

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Legal work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or related field

Equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Data Analyst– Verona, Virginia

Do you enjoy working with data and turning information into meaningful insights that help organizations make better decisions? Are you interested in using your analytical and technical skills to support a mission-driven nonprofit? Bring your attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and passion for data to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank as our next Data Analyst. This is an exciting new opportunity to join our growing Data, Technology and Evaluation team.

This is an entry- to mid-level role ideal for candidates who are building their careers in data analytics and information systems while contributing to meaningful work that strengthens communities across our region.

The Data Analyst plays an important role in supporting the Food Bank's operations by analyzing program and operational data, maintaining reports and dashboards, and helping staff access reliable information for decision-making. This position works closely with multiple departments to ensure data accuracy, develop reporting tools, and support systems that track food distribution, inventory management, and program outcomes.

This role contributes to the organization's ability to measure impact, maintain compliance with grant and program requirements, and improve operational efficiency through effective use of data systems and reporting tools.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, or Business or Business Administration with emphasis on applying data to organizational decision-making; Information Systems & Technology, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in data analytics.
• Beginner to Intermediate level SQL skills including writing queries and creating views.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or other data visualization tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with enterprise-level data systems or databases.
• Experience organizing, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience creating reports, dashboards, or data visualizations to communicate insights to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to collaborate effectively with staff across departments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as ERP platforms or Salesforce.
• Experience with data reporting for grants, programs, or operational performance metrics.
• Experience working in a nonprofit environment.

The hiring range is $65,000 to $75,000 annualized.

The Data Analyst role is full-time and offers a collaborative work environment, excellent and affordable health, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off (including a week between the Christmas and New Year's holidays), and a remote/work-from-home option of 1 day per week (4 per month).

This position is based in Verona, VA, reports to the Director of Technology, Analytics, and Evaluation Team and joins the growing Data, Technology and Evaluation team. This role may require occasional travel to branch facilities as well as occasional evening or weekend work.

The BRAFB is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspective and lived experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.