Summary:

  • Gathers and processes data to generate reports.
  • Communicates insights and findings to management
  • Conducts Data Analysis.

Key responsibilities of a data analyst:

  • Define Objectives: Clearly outline the goals of the analysis to guide the process.

  • Data Collection: Gather relevant data from various sources, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

  • Data Cleansing: Clean the data to remove errors, duplicates, and inconsistencies for reliable findings.

  • Data Exploration: Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to understand data structure, distribution, and relationships.

  • Choose the Right Tools: Utilize appropriate tools and software for analysis, such as Excel, R, Python, SQL, or specialized platforms.

  • Statistics: Apply various statistical methods and techniques, such as regression analysis, clustering, and hypothesis testing.

  • Data Visualisation: Use visualization techniques to effectively present findings and communicate insights.

  • Interpret Results: Analyze results in the context of objectives and consider implications for decision-making.

  • Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of the analysis process, including data sources, methodologies, and findings.

  • Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest tools, techniques, and best practices in the evolving field of data analysis.