Job DescriptionJob Description:Job Title: Apptad - Business Intelligence Specialist - SeniorJob Location: Toronto (Hybrid)Job Duration: Long-Term Contract One of our Government clients is looking for a Senior Business Intelligence Specialist Job Description Responsibilities: Supports Client's wide-ranging business information requirements, implementing and supporting business intelligence software solutions Develops and supports customized query applications which analyze key business data Develops and supports guided analysis and drill-down functionality, routine scheduling and notification of report generation, and effective implementation of "opportunity" and "key-trend" alerts. Provides Clients with approach options and tools for managing business-related data in a manner that assists in quantitative analysis of progress and the relationship between operational actions and their effect on business objectives. Must Haves: Demonstrated experience with database design (SQL Server, Oracle) Experience developing BI and analytics Roadmaps for clients (e.g. Microsoft BI) Working knowledge of advanced data visualization tools and techniques (statistical graphics, plots, information graphics). Some tools that would be of interest are Rshiny, Google Analytics, Tableau and Power BI (RShiny or RServer a MUST) Demonstrated experience with a range of analytical methods, techniques and tools: statistical analysis and modelling, data mining, machine learning and algorithms, natural language processing, business performance management, benchmarking text mining, predicative/prescriptive analysis and other related disciplines Demonstrated experience with statistics and modelling techniques such as econometrics, theory of Probability and Statistics - inference based on survey data, confidence intervals, regression models - multinomial linear, logistic, ridge, machine learning algorithms - training, model evaluation, hyper parameters search techniques Nice to have: Power BIPS10+ years experience with Business Analysis General Skills: Experience with analyzing data in source systems to identify data cleanliness issues (e.g. missing values, duplicate meanings, and invalid data) Experience with developing feedback processes to fix corrupt data in the source systems Experience with developing data extraction, transformation, and load programs (daily and initial load) functionality on a wide-range of data repositories (relational and multi- dimensional data stores) Experience with developing, implementing and maintaining schedule/dependency logic for Extract Transform Load (ETL) scripts Experience with developing monitoring and error notification processes to ensure data is updated as designed Experience with developing automation extraction, cleansing and load scripts Experience generating research models and reports (scheduled and ad-hoc) Proven troubleshooting and analytical experience Experience in process decomposition/mapping and business process re-engineering and complex data models using UML. Experience in the use of development tools and business re-engineering software Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. business, logical, and physical models) based on Enterprise Application Processes and Modeling methodology and guidelines Desirable Skills: Knowledge and experience in developing data analysis applications Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices Ability to provide expert advice in developing and integrating process and information models to enable identifying and eliminating redundant business processes Experience with developing monitoring and error notification processes to ensure data is updated as designed Hands on experience working with stakeholders to develop and document interface specifications design between Business Intelligence solutions and external applications Extensive experience with conceptual, logical and physical data modelling tools like Power Designer, and Visio. Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards Supports Client's wide-ranging business information requirements, implementing and supporting business intelligence software solutions. Develops and supports customized query applications which analyze key business data. Also develops and supports guided analysis and drill-down functionality, routine scheduling and notification of report generation, and effective implementation of "opportunity" and "key-trend" alerts. Provides Clients with approach options and tools for managing business-related data in a manner that assists in quantitative analysis of progress and the relationship between operational actions and their effect on business objectives. Experience with analyzing data in source systems to identify data cleanliness issues (e.g. missing values, duplicate meanings, and invalid data) Experience with developing feedback processes to fix corrupt data in the source systems Experience with developing data extraction, transformation, and load programs (daily and initial load) functionality on a wide-range of data repositories (relational and multidimensional data stores) Experience with developing, implementing and maintaining schedule/dependency logic for Extract Transform Load (ETL) scripts Experience with developing monitoring and error notification processes to ensure data is updated as designed Experience with developing automation extraction, cleansing and load scripts Experience generating research models and reports (scheduled and ad-hoc) Proven troubleshooting and analytical experience Experience in process decomposition/mapping and business process re-engineering and complex data models using UML. Experience in the use of development tools and business re-engineering software Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. business, logical, and physical models) based on Enterprise Application Processes and Modeling methodology and guidelines Desirable Skills Knowledge and experience in developing data analysis applications Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices Ability to provide expert advice in developing and integrating process and information models to enable identifying and eliminating redundant business processes. Experience with developing monitoring and error notification processes to ensure data is updated as designed Hands on experience working with stakeholders to develop and document interface specifications design between Business Intelligence solutions and external applications Extensive experience with conceptual, logical and physical data modelling tools like Power Designer, and Visio. Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Key deliverables to be performed by the consultants include, but are not limited to the following: To support, influence and impact the use of analytics and strategy for analytics across the enterprise. To help develop and support the use of the Analytics, tools, and best practices across the enterprise. Provide consulting services to ministry business partners regarding their information consumption and analytical needs. Participate in the creation of detailed plans and accurate estimates towards development, testing, and implementation of the project or program. Contribute to successful project completion by identifying risks and developing/ recommending mitigation strategies. Participate in Proof of Concept or Proof of Technology projects. Provide expertise & training to business users: To help develop proposals and feasibility studies for small to medium projects. Conduct technology research, evaluate Analytics tools and produce strategy/direction papers. Provide advice and guidance in the areas of advanced statistical modelling, econometrics tools and techniques. Provide planning advice to the project team on the use of data and building capacity within the Ministry on performing advanced analytics and data analysis. Provide direction on the statistical relevance of data to the project team Scope: The consultants must have a minimum of 10+ years of the following skills and experience: Skills and Experience Experience working and communicating directly with business stakeholders; being able to provide guidance and advice to ensure the successful delivery of projects within the required timelines.Experience in working with and analyzing large and diverse data sets, identifying relationships and themes suitable for future policy development concerning post secondary education and training. Strong knowledge of design, development, and implementation experience utilizing Analytics technologies involving the use of administrative postsecondary data. Knowledge of Statistics and modelling techniques such as econometrics, theory of Probability and Statistics - inference based on survey data, confidence intervals, regression models - multinomial linear, logistic, ridge, machine learning algorithms - training, model evaluation, hyper parameters search techniques. Knowledge of advanced data visualization tools and techniques. Knowledge of statistics and analytical tools such as R/SAS/SPSS Expert documentation skills. Knowledge of BI technologies such as R Shiny, Power BI, Tableau. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral); ability to communicate with people in a wide variety of areas and at various levels from technical specialists to senior management. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and team work skills. Outstanding consulting and relationship management skills, with proven ability to elicit requirements, develop/consult on options and solutions, and provide effective guidance Adept at communicating to both technical and non-technical audiences Experience with a range of analytical methods, techniques and tools such as, but not limited to: statistical analysis and modelling, data mining, machine learning and algorithms, natural language processing, and other related disciplines at the specified experience level Ability to manipulate and analyze complex, high-volume data from structured and unstructured sources Experience developing data extraction, transformation, and load functionality for large relational and multi-dimensional data stores Experience designing high quality interfaces to present information in a meaningful way to end users Broad understanding of data management, financial and business analysis, database architecture, and information visualization Proficiency in query languages and experience constructing complex query statements Experience in one or more programming or scripting languages Strong investigative and logic skills. Proficiency in mathematics and statistics Awareness of emerging Business Intelligence trends and directions Functional area experience as required Knowledge Transfer Transfer From Solution Development / Systems Testing/QA Specialist / Intermediate to Project Manager When Knowledge Will Be Transferred:Knowledge transfer must be completed one week prior to the end of the project or one week prior to the consultant leaving the ministry. What Knowledge Will Be Transferred:All deliverables, including design/supporting/release/training documents must be checked into designated version control repositories (for example, SharePoint). All final documents and working drafts related to project requirements or solution design must be stored on designated project repositories (for example, SharePoint site, HPQC, TFS)Project manager and designated ministry staff must be regularly informed in writing (by email) of where documentation has been stored and must be provided a minimum of one walk-through of all documentation as part of the final knowledge transfer activities. How Knowledge Will Be Transferred:Knowledge will be transferred through 1 on 1 sessions, emails, document updates and document review with the team. Selection Criteria Core Skills - 35%Demonstrated experience with database design (SQL Server, Oracle) Experience developing BI and analytics Roadmaps for clients (e.g. Microsoft BI) Working knowledge of advanced data visualization tools and techniques (statistical graphics, plots, information graphics). Some tools that would be of interest are Rshiny, Google Analytics, Tableau and Power BI Demonstrated experience with data preparation and scripting tools (such as OpenRefine, Python and DAX) Demonstrated experience with a range of analytical methods, techniques and tools: statistical analysis and modelling, data mining, machine learning and algorithms, natural language processing, business performance management, benchmarking text mining, predicative/prescriptive analysis and other related disciplines Demonstrated experience with statistics and analytical tools such as R/SAS/SPSS Demonstrated experience with data warehousing and dashboards Demonstrated experience with statistics and modelling techniques such as econometrics, theory of Probability and Statistics - inference based on survey data, confidence intervals, regression models - multinomial linear, logistic, ridge, machine learning algorithms - training, model evaluation, hyper parameters search techniques Demonstrated experience developing data extraction, transformation, and load functionality for large relational and multidimensional data stores Other Technical Skills - 35%10+ years experience with Business Analysis Demonstrated experience with design, development, and implementation utilizing analytics utilizing post secondary administrative data assets. Demonstrated experience working with and analyzing large and diverse data sets, identifying relationships and themes. Demonstrated experience with the creating of detailed plans and accurate estimates toward development, testing, and implementation of project/programs Demonstrated experience reporting and documenting Demonstrated experience with data management, financial and business analysis, database architecture, and information visualization Demonstrated experience with statistical analysis and modelling, data mining, machine learning and algorithms Communication - 20%Experience analyzing requirements in order to determine functional and system requirements; able to take concepts and lead initiatives from end to end Experience in documenting system design and producing technical specifications and architectural artefacts Strong understanding of challenges and issues that arise in government projects