Data Monitoring & Impact Officer

We’re looking for a Data Monitoring & Impact Officer to join our Homelessness Team within the Housing, Property and Regeneration Directorate at WMCA. Your work will help deliver the region’s ambition to Design out Homelessness, contributing to developing innovative approaches to homelessness prevention across the West Midlands. As the Data Monitoring & Impact Officer, you will be instrumental in capturing, analysing, and reporting on data from a range of homelessness prevention projects. Your expertise will ensure that these projects are not only effective but continuously improved. You will be at the heart of capturing the learning and measuring the impact of these initiatives, ensuring they meet the needs of the people they’re designed to support. If you’re passionate about using your skills to create meaningful change, this is the opportunity for you. This role is being offered on a permanent basis.

What you will be doing:

• Lead on the collection, cleansing, and analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data from commissioned homelessness prevention projects.
• Prepare and present detailed monitoring reports to meet funder requirements, showing how the projects are achieving their goals and where improvements can be made.
• Review and improve existing project monitoring systems to ensure they are accurate, effective, and aligned with the needs of stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with our commissioned delivery partners, providing practical support to assist with accurate reporting and resolving any issues in a timely manner.
• Support the Project Coordinator in developing case studies, focus groups, and interviews to measure the impact and effectiveness of commissioned projects.
• Help to design and track KPIs and outcomes that measure the impact of homelessness prevention efforts.

What’s Essential:

• Skilled at working autonomously, managing your time and workload to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• Experienced in managing and analysing large and complex data sets, with advanced skills in tools like PowerBi and Excel.
• Skilled at presenting data clearly and working with various stakeholders to guide and support effective reporting.
• Experienced in using and developing management information systems or databases.
• Have an understanding about the issues surrounding homelessness and prevention strategies, with a strong desire to contribute to meaningful change.
• Highly organised and meticulous in your approach, ensuring that all data is accurate and reports are clear and actionable.
• Enjoy working collaboratively across teams and building relationships with external partners to achieve shared goals.
• A good standard of education, including Maths and English at GCSE or equivalent level.

Location: The location for this role is Summer Lane, Birmingham with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.

How to apply:

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• Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria.
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Salary and benefits:

• We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point.
• 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more).
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
• Healthcare plans.
• Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice.
• 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology.

Why join WMCA?

WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people’s lives, every day.

Creating an inclusive workplace:

WMCA holds diversity accreditations and is committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply.

Right to Work in the UK: Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.