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Head of Data & AnalyticsLocation: Sector, Uttar Pradesh, IndiaIndustry: EducationWork Setting: HybridAre you a strategic data leader who can build a modern enterprise data organization, define data strategy, and deliver transformational analytics across a complex higher education ecosystem?We are seeking a Head of Data & Analytics to lead the development and execution of GEDU's enterprise-wide data strategy. This executive leadership role is responsible for establishing a centralized data platform, creating a single source of truth across the organization, enabling advanced analytics and AI capabilities, and fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making across multiple institutions.The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in data architecture, cloud platforms, data warehousing, analytics, governance, higher education systems, and organizational leadership with a proven ability to drive enterprise transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Data LeadershipDefine and execute the GEDU Group Data & Analytics Strategy.Align data initiatives with academic, operational, and organizational objectives.Establish a long-term roadmap for enterprise data management and analytics.Promote data-driven decision-making throughout the organization.Serve as the executive sponsor for data modernization initiatives.Strategic Focus AreasEnterprise Data StrategyDigital TransformationAnalytics EnablementData-Driven CultureInstitutional PerformanceEnterprise Data ArchitectureDefine and govern the GEDU Group Data Architecture.Establish a scalable and integrated enterprise data ecosystem.Ensure seamless data integration across institutions and business functions.Create architecture standards and best practices.Drive consistency across disparate business systems.Core DomainsStudent DataAcademic OperationsFinanceHuman ResourcesMarketingAlumni EngagementData Warehouse LeadershipLead the design and implementation of the GEDU Enterprise Data Warehouse.Create a centralized "single source of truth" for institutional data.Consolidate information from multiple systems into unified reporting structures.Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of the platform.Enable trusted enterprise reporting and analytics.Cloud Data Platform EngineeringLead implementation of a contemporary cloud-based analytics platform.Define enterprise data platform standards and architecture.Drive adoption of cloud-native analytics technologies.Preferred Technology StackMicrosoft AzureAzure Synapse AnalyticsAzure Data FactoryPower BIModern Data Lake ArchitectureResponsibilitiesCloud Data ArchitectureData Platform GovernanceData IntegrationData Engineering StandardsPlatform ModernizationData Integration & Pipeline DevelopmentBuild enterprise-scale data ingestion and transformation capabilities.Oversee development of automated data pipelines.Integrate institutional systems into a unified ecosystem.Ensure reliable movement, transformation, and harmonization of data.Typical Source SystemsUnit4SalesforceZohoMoodlePanoptoThesisERP PlatformsStudent Information SystemsCustom ApplicationsHigher Education Data ModelingEstablish standardized education-focused data models.Design models supporting the entire student lifecycle.Ensure consistent definitions and metrics across institutions.Student Lifecycle CoverageAdmissionsRecruitmentEnrollmentAttendanceAcademic ProgressionStudent SuccessGraduationAlumni EngagementAnalytics & Business IntelligenceEnterprise Analytics FrameworkDevelop a centralized analytics framework across GEDU.Establish standard KPIs and institutional performance measures.Deliver executive dashboards and performance scorecards.Improve visibility into academic and operational performance.Support strategic planning through analytics.Self-Service AnalyticsEnable business users to independently access trusted data.Build scalable self-service reporting capabilities.Reduce dependency on manual reporting requests.Promote widespread analytics adoption.Improve organizational data literacy.PlatformsPower BISelf-Service Reporting ToolsExecutive DashboardsInstitutional Analytics PortalsAdvanced Analytics & AIIntroduce predictive and AI-driven decision-support solutions.Develop advanced models that improve educational outcomes.Support institutional forecasting and planning efforts.Example Use CasesEnrollment ForecastingRetention AnalyticsStudent Success PredictionResource PlanningAcademic Performance AnalysisOperational OptimizationData Governance & ComplianceEnterprise Data GovernanceEstablish GEDU's Data Governance Framework.Define:Data OwnershipData StewardshipPoliciesStandardsAccountability ModelsCreate governance councils and operating processes.Ensure consistency across institutions.Data Quality ManagementImplement enterprise-wide data quality controls.Define standards for:AccuracyCompletenessConsistencyTimelinessEstablish monitoring and remediation processes.Improve confidence in institutional reporting.Compliance & PrivacyEnsure compliance with:GDPRData Protection RegulationsEducational Sector RequirementsInformation Security StandardsSupport responsible management of student and institutional data.Minimize compliance and privacy risks.Metadata & StewardshipEstablish metadata management frameworks.Implement data catalog and lineage capabilities.Promote effective data stewardship.Improve transparency around data assets and definitions.Leadership & Organization DevelopmentTeam LeadershipBuild and lead a centralized Data & Analytics organization.Recruit, develop,



and retain high-performing talent.Define team structures and operating models.Potential Team FunctionsData ArchitectureData EngineeringBusiness IntelligenceAnalyticsData GovernanceData ScienceStakeholder ManagementPartner with:Institutional CTOsRegistrarsAcademic LeadershipFinance LeadersHR LeadersMarketing TeamsOperations LeadershipResponsibilitiesAlign business needs with enterprise standards.Balance local requirements and global consistency.Drive adoption of enterprise data practices.Support organizational change initiatives.Vendor & Partner ManagementManage strategic relationships with:Technology VendorsSystem IntegratorsAnalytics PartnersManaged Service ProvidersEnsure successful delivery of data transformation initiatives.Oversee external engagement and performance management.QualificationsEducationRequiredBachelor's or Master's Degree in:Data ScienceComputer ScienceInformation SystemsAnalyticsEngineeringRelated DisciplineExperienceRequiredSignificant experience leading Data & Analytics organizations.Experience defining enterprise data strategies.Experience designing large-scale data architectures.Experience delivering enterprise data warehouse initiatives.Experience leading cloud data platform implementations.Experience managing enterprise analytics programs.Higher Education ExperienceRequiredExperience within Higher Education environments.Experience supporting multi-campus or multi-entity institutions.Strong understanding of educational data and reporting requirements.Domain KnowledgeAdmissionsEnrollment ManagementAcademic RecordsStudent ProgressionRetentionGraduation OutcomesInstitutional PerformanceTechnical ExpertiseData PlatformsPreferredAzure Synapse AnalyticsAzure Data FactoryPower BIAzure Cloud ServicesData ArchitectureEnterprise Data WarehousingData ModelingData IntegrationData LakesData GovernanceMaster Data ManagementAnalytics & BIExecutive DashboardsKPI FrameworksSelf-Service AnalyticsData VisualizationBusiness Intelligence StrategyArtificial Intelligence & Advanced AnalyticsPredictive AnalyticsMachine LearningStudent Success ModelsEnrollment ForecastingOperational AnalyticsLeadership CompetenciesStrategic LeadershipOrganizational TransformationExecutive CommunicationStakeholder ManagementChange LeadershipTeam BuildingInfluencing SkillsDecision MakingCore CompetenciesData StrategyData ArchitectureData WarehousingData GovernanceAnalytics LeadershipHigher Education AnalyticsAzure SynapseAzure Data FactoryPower BIData EngineeringData IntegrationBusiness IntelligenceStudent AnalyticsAI & Predictive AnalyticsDigital TransformationEnterprise ReportingData Quality ManagementExecutive Leadership

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