Data and Insight - grade 6
Example job roles: Data/Analysis Support, Data Project Support
Level:ÌýDeveloping/SkilledÌý Ìý
Experiences
Activities and responsibilities likely to be required when working at this level
- Maintaining data sources, statistical information and standardised dashboards.
- Utilising a range of techniques, including desk research, to gather data to inform decision-making.
- Developing insights by analysing data.
- Presenting insights from data clearly to facilitate discussion.
- Developing methods of communication of data and insights to a variety of audiences.
- Becoming familiar with one or more of ¹û¶³Ó°Ôºâ€™s corporate data systems or statutory returns, including Heidi Plus.
- Analysing, extracting and manipulating data or presenting information using Excel,Tableau or other standard software.
- Cultivating a basic understanding of chart choice; ensuring that data is of the right quality to meet user requirements.
Personal and professional development
Development options to consider when working towards this level
Learning on the job
- Developing basic skills in Excel.
- Developing experience of working with large, complex datasets.
- Improving data literacy.
Learning from othersÌýÌý
- Member of wider or core Community of Practice (CoP).
- Work shadowing.
- Attend HE data conferences.
- Build an awareness of the HE data landscape.
Formal learning
- Training in the areas of: Heidi Plus, HESA, statistics, data visualisation, data preparation.
*ÌýYou may wish to explore the listed formal training themes / topics onÌýLinkedIn Learning.
Transferable skills and competencies
¹û¶³Ó°Ôº uses the Universal Competency Framework (UCF) to discuss transferable skills. Find out moreÌýdetails on the framework.
Following instructions and procedures
- Following directions.
- Following procedures.
- Time keeping and attending.
- Demonstrating commitment.
- Showing awareness of safety issues.
- Complying with legal obligations.
Writing and reporting
- Writing correctly.
- Writing clearly and fluently.
- Writing in an expressive and engaging style.
- Targeting communication.
Working with people
- Understanding others.
- Adapting to the team.
- Building team spirit.
- Recognising and rewarding contributions.
- Listening.
- Consulting others.
- Communicating proactively.
- Showing tolerance and consideration.
- Showing empathy.
- Supporting others.
- Caring for others.
- Developing and communicating self-knowledge and insight.
¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Ways of Working
These describe expected behaviours in line with ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº culture and values.Ìý For Ways of Working indicators and steps to development please refer to theÌýWays of Working website.Ìý
“Career Pathway roles are indicative and are not intended to be a description of the role in terms of responsibilty and duties.
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Career case studies
Progression canÌýlead to this type of Data and Insight role.Ìý
Rebecca AllenÌý
Head of Data & Insight Service
¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Planning Division
Sam-Aaron Butler
Data and Insight Analyst
¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Planning Division
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Si Ning Yeoh
Research Data Analyst
IOE Research Development Team