Working within the Business Planning and Strategy function you will be supporting the RSPB to assess customer and business needs, identify trends and generate ideas and solutions to deliver a broad, organisation wide impact.As a skilled Data Analyst, you will be competent in analysing a range of data sets to identify the key insights that feed our long-term fundraising and communications planning, as well as identifying reactive opportunities. Your expertise in this area will assist the RSPB in making well-informed data driven decisions at a strategic and operational level.   You will be a skilled communicator with the ability to communicate complex insight in an engaging and impactful way to our key stakeholders.  You will be adept at developing relationships both internally and externally to share data, insights and best practice and you will keep abreast of innovation in the data industry to advise on the latest technology to improve the way we visualise and communicate insights.  Overall, this role will be both varied and challenging and suit those with an inquisitive nature and a drive to provide quality insights that make a difference. What's the role about? Support stakeholders across the organisation with analysis and reporting to aid evidence-based decision making. Engage with stakeholders to understand objectives and translate them into clear analytical deliverables. Perform a range of analytical tasks to assess activity performance, interpret test results, and generate audience insights. Present findings in clear, engaging ways using reports, presentations, and other appropriate channels. Design and maintain interactive dashboards using Microsoft Power BI and other visualisation tools to enhance data accessibility. Promote the role and impact of the Business Planning and Strategy team across the organisation. Support the Business Planning and Strategy team by contributing to shared goals and ensuring quality through peer review processes. Stay informed about emerging trends and innovations within the charity sector and data analytics industry.Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Strong analytical skills, with experience in conducting detailed quantitative and qualitative analysis, interpreting results, and identifying opportunities to drive efficiencies and value. Proficient in data analysis tools and systems, including advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI (essential). Ability to present methodologies, data insights, and findings clearly and confidently to peers and stakeholders. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organisational policies, as well as best practice standards within the data analysis domain. Experience in aligning standards, guidance, and strategic priorities with business needs and industry trends, contributing to future planning and roadmap development. Ability to influence and contribute to policy, procedure, and standards development within your area of expertise, and occasionally represent the department in decision-making forums and focus groups. Desirable skills, knowledge and experience: Experience with Apteco FastStats Discoverer and digital analytics tools is desirable. This is a 12 month Fixed-Term role for 37.5 hours per week. The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 23rd February 2026. For further information please contact anton.ivankiv@rspb.org.uk or claire.johnston@rspb.org.ukAs part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes attached to the top of this advert.