QSI is seeking an Economic Analyst to support our government client in Washington, D.C. This position serves as a subject matter expert in data analytics, using data to inform policy decisions, measure program performance, demonstrate operational successes and challenges, and support strategic planning initiatives.
The selected candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to the Visa Office in Washington, D.C. (VO/DO/I), providing expert analysis and recommendations on data, statistics, and performance metrics related to Visa Office operations. Key responsibilities include supporting the development, implementation, and refinement of a predictive analytics platform to enhance visa adjudication processes and improve data-driven decision-making.
Salary $120k-$130k.LocationWashington, D.C.
Level/Salary Range$120k-$130k
HR ContactSubrina Miles
Job CategoryExempt
Security Clearance RequiredSecret (may require Top Secret)
Position TypeFull-time
Duties/Requirements/Qualifications- Compile and comprehend a vast amount of visa metrics and provide specialized advice based on the application of economic theory and knowledge.
- Prepare and present information on consular functions overseas, including workload and resource data, management controls, and staffing allocations.
- Provide various analyses that affect allocation of resources at consular sections around the world.
- Study data and statistics and use an understanding of economic relationships to uncover and report trends.
- Perform a considerable amount of research and amass large amounts of information.
- Recognize indicators that affect the visa process and forecast data.
- Examine data in order to assess the feasibility of various scenarios.
- Produce forecasts based on historical information and plausible trends.
- Assist with determining the staffing needs of resources abroad.
- Determine the implications of analysis and findings through formal reports.
- Make recommendations of ways to improve the efficiency of the forecasting process.
- Prepare complex data reports, letters, and briefings using specialized software.
- Apply an advanced use of Microsoft (MS) Excel, including macros, advanced formulas, charting, and lists.
- Use advanced business analysis and statistical software to present future analyses that include sophisticated, valuable visual displays of data for improved decision-making about allocation of resources.
- Advise CA, VO, and other government agencies.
- May be assigned special projects.
- Expert at applying economic theory and knowledge
- Demonstrated ability to study data and statistics and use understanding of economic relationships to uncover trends and forecast data
- Demonstrated ability to draft advanced-level reports and graphics in MS Excel
- Superior writing, presentation, and communication skills
- Ability to perform cumbersome tasks, such as, repetitively reviewing disparate and ad hoc data in lists
- Ability to work independently and/or as a member of the team to effectively interact with personnel at all levels.
Education / Experience Required- Bachelor's Degree (advanced degree preferred), and;
- At least 9 years of experience in analysis, including, interpreting economic, geographical, and socioeconomic trends and data, including:
- At least four (4) years of specialized experience using business intelligence and analytics software, such as Qlik and/or Tableau, R, Python, SPSS, SAS, and databases (SQL).
- Experience using various Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.
