Business & Data Analyst will provide critical techno-economic analytics across the energy access sector that would inform work of Smart Power and other stakeholders, incl. the Government of Myanmar, development agencies and private sector. Under a guidance from senior management and technical experts, the Business & Data Analyst will work to develop demand projections modelling, mini-grid business modelling, pricing structures, mini-grid performance monitoring and analytics, etc., and aggregate the results to develop information streams for Smart Power Myanmar’ team. S/he will assist the Energy Services Senior Director in business modelling to support the rollout of commercial initiatives for energy access in remote regions. By analysing performance data of local developers to develop standardized, low-risk, high-performance mini-grid business models, s/he will be crucial to facilitate access to finance for mini-grid developers’ investment-ready projects for rural energy supply. Ensuring that Smart Power Myanmar’s data is of high quality, s/he will oversee implementation of M&E systems and track Smart Power Myanmar’s performance indicators to aggregate results and evidence for dissemination. This role might require working with a variety of off-grid energy data platforms (Odyssey, AMMP) as well as Microsoft tools and mini-grid developer software (HOMER).

The Business & Data Analyst will be a part of a small team of energetic professionals who are results-oriented and dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in a challenging and diverse environment and will work under a direct leadership of Energy Services Senior Director.

This position is open to Myanmar and international candidates with strong interest in data science, analytical mindset and relevant experience. Applications from women professionals are highly encouraged.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related subject, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated strong background on data analytics through education of working experience
• Ability and skills to design, maintain and update databases
• Proven experience in translating results of analyses into actionable insights for business performance improvements
• Experienced in data profiling, auditing, mining, cleaning, querying - analyzing complex time-series data, and working on large databases to draw insightful conclusions and recommendations, incl. presenting and visualising the results in a clear understandable manner
• Experience working in the electricity/energy sector and knowledge of energy modelling software (i.e. HOMER) will be an added advantage
• Strong written and verbal skills in English to communicate effectively and succinctly at all levels