Education Program Analyst - #7412678

The education sector is undergoing a period of profound change that is catalyzing innovation and transformation. Half of us will need to reskill in the next five years, as the "double-disruption" of the economic impacts of the pandemic and increasing automation transforming jobs takes hold, per a report by the World Economic Forum.

The HP commercial organization has curated a suite of capacity building and future skilling programs that address the transformation needs of education stakeholders and ministries, and help create an outcome based selling model; HP IDEA, HP Cambridge EdTech Fellowship, HP Gaming Garage, HP Classeasy, HP Futures and the World Education Medals amongst others.

We are now looking for an education evangelist and program analyst to support the growth of the education programs.

Brief

Applies basic foundation of a function's principles, theories and concepts to assignments of limited scope. Uses professional concepts and theoretical knowledge acquired through specialized training, education or previous experience. Develops expertise and practical knowledge of applications within business environment. Acts as team member by providing information, analysis and recommendations in support of team efforts. Exercises independent judgment within defined parameters.

Responsibilities:

• Supports data and business analyses to develop business plans.

• Supports the development of statistical and financial models for forecasting and reporting.

• Measures business performance and compares actual data to forecasted values.

• Executes market research projects and gathers intelligence on current industry, technology, and consumer trends.

• Works with cross-functional teams to support the data collection process.

• Supports the execution of priority projects with direction.

Education and Experience Required:
Typically no working experience. First level university degree is mandatory.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Basic knowledge of research methodology.

• Demonstrated analytical thinking, technical analysis, and data manipulation skills.

• Ability to learn and draw on new analytical techniques.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Excel, Access, statistical analysis, and financial modeling.

• Developing business acumen and technical knowledge within area of responsibility.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Basic understanding of project management methodology

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