Lead Data Analyst

<p><strong>Lead Data Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Location</strong>: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site)</p><p><strong>Language</strong>: Excellent written and spoken English required.</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: Approximately 13 months (initial 4 months on agency payroll). Full-time, maternity leave contract.</p><p><strong>Hours</strong>: 37.5 per week, Mon - Fri</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Are you a data-driven leader who enjoys turning complex information into meaningful insights? We're seeking a Data Analyst to join a national association supporting Canada's electricity sector. This opportunity combines technical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and people leadership to strengthen industry reliability and performance.</p><p>You'll collaborate with utility representatives, industry committees, and internal teams to deliver high-quality reporting, improve data programs, and support informed decision-making across the sector.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What's In It for You</strong></p><p>• Join a collaborative, purpose-driven organization supporting Canada's evolving electricity landscape.</p><p>• Lead a talented team while building relationships with industry professionals nationwide.</p><p>• Apply your technical expertise to meaningful initiatives that influence industry performance.</p><p>• Enjoy a hybrid work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• You'll lead reliability intelligence programs, overseeing data collection, validation, analysis, and annual reporting.</p><p>• Manage industry committees, coordinating meetings, member engagement, communications, and follow-up activities.</p><p>• Develop Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualizations that translate complex data into actionable insights.</p><p>• Oversee data governance, business requirements, database enhancements, and reporting improvements.</p><p>• Coach and support team members, establishing priorities, delegating responsibilities, and encouraging professional development.</p><p>• Collaborate with industry stakeholders to resolve data discrepancies, identify emerging needs, and advance strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Skills and Qualifications</strong></p><p>• Previous experience in data analytics, preferably with experience in team leadership.</p><p>• University degree or college diploma, with demonstrated project management knowledge.</p><p>• Advanced Power BI expertise, including DAX programming, data visualization, and dashboard development.</p><p>• Strong SQL knowledge, including the ability to read stored procedures, and experience with databases, Excel, and Microsoft Office.</p><p>• Solid understanding of data management, mapping, collection, validation, and quantitative analysis. Python knowledge is an asset.</p><p>• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</p><p>• Ability to travel within Canada approximately 3–4 times annually.</p>

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