Analysis and Planning Consultant - Penn State Global

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Global , which oversees Penn State's international activities, is seeking an

Analysis and Planning Consultant . The one-year fixed-term position will support the strategic planning and business intelligence functions of the unit. Reporting to the Associate Vice Provost for Penn State Global, the Analysis and Planning Consultant will assist in the development and monitoring of long-term goals and provide data insights to inform strategic decisions.

Main responsibilities include:
Facilitate the next strategic planning process cycle from initiation to execution.
Collaborate with the leadership team and internal stakeholders to articulate long-term strategic goals and objectives.
Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives, identify key performance indicators, and monitor progress.
Establish stakeholder-specific communication strategies about the progress of the strategic plan.
Collect and transform university-wide data to extract meaningful insights about the global activities of the university.
Create user-friendly business intelligence solutions (e.g., dashboards) to facilitate access to valid and comprehensive data about the international presence of Penn State.
Develop and optimize processes to capture and maintain the integrity of data.
Create and maintain appropriate data and reporting documentation.
Consolidate information and produce ongoing and ad-hoc reports to guide strategic decisions.
Support process improvement initiatives such as the implementation of Asana, a project management tool.
Perform other related duties as required.

This is a one-year limited-term position with the possibility of a one-year renewal.

Education and qualification requirements:
This position will be filled at the Intermediate professional or Advanced professional level. Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree or higher and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience for intermediate level. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher level jobs.
Advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proficient in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) and programming languages (e.g., Python).
Strong skills in formatting and presenting data in written and visual formats.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Capacity to organize and lead large complex projects.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration and to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
High sense of accountability to guide unit leaders and team members towards strategic goals.

This position is based at the University Park campus. Remote work/hybrid work arrangement options may be considered in consultation with the candidate, the supervisor, and Human Resources. Due to the nature of the role, candidates should expect at a minimum to work in person two days per week with a remote option available on the other days.

Application instructions:

A complete application for this position must include a resume and cover letter.

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The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$56,200.00 - $89,600.00

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