Data Analyst

We are shortlisted by The World Bank for Request for Proposals for “Consultancy to conduct Drainage Standards and Road Asset Management” in The Gambia. Additionally, we are also executing 4 funded assignments in Gambia.

a) Qualifications and skills: A qualified Professional with a BSc or equivalent in Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.

b) General Professional Experience: Minimum post qualification experience of 7 years and shall have handled at least 2 similar assignments within the last 5 years including at least 3 years of African work experience at the same position or similar;

c) Specific Professional Experience:  He/ She shall have a demonstrable skill in data analysis software, statistical methods, and programming languages such as Python, Matlab, and the like.

d) Roles & Responsibilities: The key duties of the Data Analyst will include but are not limited to the following:

●       Gather data from various sources, such as maintenance records, road condition assessments, GIS systems.

●       Ensure data accuracy, quality, and completeness by cleaning, organizing and validating data related to road infrastructure, including pavements, bridges, and culverts.

●       Develop and manage database that store asset information, maintenance history, usage statistics, and performance metrics.

●       Conduct analysis of accident data, and environmental factors to identify potential areas of improvement in the road network.

●       Help identify which assets need repair, rehabilitation, or replacement, based on cost-benefit analysis and risk assessments.

●       Identify high-risk areas where road infrastructure is likely to experience failures or require maintenance.

●       Work closely with GIS specialist to integrate spatial data into analysis, helping provide geospatial context to asset performance and maintenance needs.

●       Train NRA staff on how to interpret data, use analytical tools, and leverage insight for effective asset management.