OVERVIEW
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Data Visualization Manager in the Economics, Data, and Statistics department will contribute to critical projects centered on data visualization, analysis, and reporting. In this role, they will lead in designing and maintaining Tableau dashboards to effectively communicate data insights and support decision-making. and will also explore and implement other visualization tools and techniques to enhance the department's capabilities.
working closely with data engineers, analysts, statisticians and other stakeholders to prepare, clean, and organize data for visualization, conduct analyses, and generate insights to inform strategic goals, the role will play an important role in fostering efficient data visualization, analytics, and the effective communication of insights.
ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Data Preparation for Data Visualization
- Prepare and organize datasets specifically for Tableau visualization as well as other visualization software such Power BI and Shiny.
- Transform raw data into formats optimized for visualization tools, including creating calculated fields, data hierarchies, and metadata layers.
- Work with diverse data sources, such as databases, spreadsheets, APIs, and cloud platforms, to ensure seamless integration with Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny.
- Use tools like Tableau Prep, Power Query, or R scripts for cleaning, reshaping, and combining datasets for effective visualization.
- Optimize datasets for performance, scalability, and efficiency across multiple visualization platforms.
Dashboard Design and Development
- Develop, design, and maintain Tableau dashboards as the primary visualization platform, while leveraging Power BI and Shiny as supplementary tools when appropriate.
- Create visually appealing, interactive dashboards that cater to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Implement advanced features in Tableau, such as calculated fields, parameters, filters, and actions, while utilizing similar functionalities in Power BI (DAX formulas, slicers) and Shiny (dynamic UI elements).
- Continuously improve dashboards across all platforms based on user feedback, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and evolving needs.
- Design dashboards with performance optimization in mind, including minimizing load times and ensuring scalability across Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny environments.
Dashboard Testing and Quality Assurance
- Validate the accuracy, consistency, and functionality of dashboards in Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny before deployment.
- Conduct regular quality assurance checks to ensure data integrity and visualization alignment with project requirements across platforms.
- Test interactive features, such as filters, drill-downs, and dashboard actions, ensuring functionality across all tools.
- Troubleshoot and resolve performance, usability, or visualization issues in Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny dashboards.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of testing processes and develop a checklist for consistent quality across all platforms.
Collaboration and Visualization Strategy
- Collaborate with statisticians, analysts, and data engineers to ensure that visualizations across Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny meet project goals and stakeholder needs.
- Incorporate feedback to refine and enhance dashboards, leveraging the strengths of each visualization tool as needed.
- Train users to effectively interact with dashboards across platforms, empowering them to make data-driven decisions.
- Develop reusable templates, visualization standards, and guidelines to standardize dashboard creation across Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny.
- Provide insights and recommendations to expand the organization's overall visualization strategy, incorporating best practices across tools.
Reporting and Communication
- Present dashboards and insights to stakeholders, ensuring clear and actionable communication, regardless of the visualization tool used.
- Document dashboard designs and workflows, including data sources, assumptions, methodologies, and design choices for Tableau, Power BI, and Shiny.
- Share progress updates on dashboard development and enhancements across platforms with internal teams.
- Actively participate in team meetings to align on visualization objectives, strategies, and the integration of multiple tools.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Stay updated on the latest features, techniques, and best practices for Tableau, Power BI, Shiny, and other data visualization tools to enhance dashboard functionality.
- Explore and implement innovative visualization techniques and interactive elements to improve user experience across platforms.
- Identify opportunities to incorporate emerging technologies such as augmented analytics, real-time data integration, and advanced visualizations (e.g., geospatial visualizations, predictive analytics dashboards).
- Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making by designing dashboards that effectively communicate key insights and inspire action.
- Actively contribute to the development of best practices, templates, and guidelines for visualizations across the department.
- Participate in workshops, webinars, and training sessions to continuously improve visualization skills and share knowledge with the team.
Culture and Values
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical, and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
- Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- 7+ Proven experience in designing, developing, and maintaining Tableau dashboards in professional or academic settings.
- Strong skills in preparing and organizing data for Tableau, including the use of Tableau Prep or similar tools.
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