Data Analyst (Impact and Insights Officer)
Salary: £30,445.00 per annum + benefits
Location: Remote
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: In a month at 23:59 BST
Overview
The YMCA provides a range of social housing, sports, health and wellbeing, children’s services, youth and community activities for the benefit of local people and communities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and beyond.
As an Impact and Insights Officer within the Impact and Insight team, you will play a key role in helping One YMCA use data to understand and improve its services. Your work will support the organisation’s mission by turning raw data into clear, useful insights that inform decision-making and demonstrate the value and impact of our work.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce clear, accurate reports and visualisations to demonstrate progress against strategic priorities.
- Collate, analyse, and evaluate data from across services to evidence impact and support organisational learning.
- Collaborate with colleagues to understand data needs, ensuring insights are consistently captured within central systems.
- Design and implement evaluation tools, reporting methods, and measurement frameworks to track outcomes effectively.
- Prepare high-quality materials for internal and external stakeholders, including partners, commissioners, and local authorities.
- Apply skills in data analysis, survey design, and reporting to strengthen capability across the organisation.
- Support consistent data capture and robust evaluation processes to evidence outcomes.
- Contribute ideas to improve data systems, structures, and processes to enhance business intelligence.
Requirements
- Level 3 qualification in a data-related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Completed training in GDPR and Cyber Security, with strong knowledge of data protection and information governance.
- Full Great Britain driving licence and access to a vehicle with suitable business insurance for work-related travel (contact us if you have more than 3 points).
Benefits of Working with Us
- Generous pension scheme and life cover
- Health cash plan
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Retail discounts, Blue Light Card, and more
- Generous annual leave including your birthday off and a paid wellbeing day
- Proud to be a Real Living Wage employer
Important Information
- No visa sponsorship provided — applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and provide Right to Work evidence.
- This role may require a Basic or Enhanced Criminal Disclosure.
- If you have applied for a similar role within the last 6 months and were not successful, please apply only if your experience has developed further.
- We are committed to making reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
Our Values
- RESPECT – so everyone can belong
- COMPASSION – so everyone can contribute
- GROWTH – so everyone can thrive
About Us
One YMCA and its subsidiaries, the Early Childhood Partnership (ECP) and Signpost, are on an exciting journey to double our impact by 2025 through “Mission 25.”
We deliver services across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire, reaching over 135,000 individuals annually. These include:
- Over 700 units of accommodation for homeless people
- Move-on housing for individuals transitioning to independent living
- Support for young asylum seekers
- Community HUBs offering activities and meeting space hire
- Childcare and family support centres
- Therapeutic and support services for victims of domestic abuse
- Sexual violence services across Bedfordshire, Luton, and Hertfordshire
- Domestic abuse perpetrator reform programmes
- Youth services, emotional wellbeing support, and clubs for ages 11–19
Current Benefits
- Health Cash Plan: Covers expenses such as optical, dental, and therapy treatments.
- EAP & Doctorline: 24-hour confidential medical, legal, and domestic advice line.
- Rewards & Discounts: Savings from retailers and discounted gym memberships.
- Birthday & Wellbeing Day Off: One additional day of leave for every year of service (up to 5).
- Leave & Support: Support through parenthood, IVF, and challenging times.
- Career Pathway: Training and development with a clear progression plan.
Documents
Download Job Description (Impact and Insights Officer – IPI 2025.docx)
Application Process
To apply, please complete the online application form using the link below and upload your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
