ETL and Data Analyst

Responsibilities Data Pipelines, ETL and Systems Integration
• Design, build, and maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and data pipelines to integrate data from student information systems, LMS, HR, Library, finance, and other relevant systems.
• Ensure data models, transformations, and aggregations are aligned with MOHESR/CAA KPIs, HEDB, and KHDA reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with IT and external vendors to ensure stable, secure, and efficient data flows and system integrations. Regulatory Data Collection, Validation and Reporting
• Establish and maintain a regulatory reporting calendar and associated workflows for MOHESR/CAA KPIs, HEDB, and KHDA submissions.
• Develop and implement data validation and reconciliation routines to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency of submitted data.
• Prepare and deliver data extracts, templates, and files in the formats required by regulators, within agreed timelines.
• Maintain clear documentation, mappings, and definitions for all fields reported to regulators. Institutional Analytics and Performance Monitoring
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical outputs on institutional KPIs, including enrolment, progression, retention, completion, graduate outcomes, quality indicators, and other performance metrics.
• Provide analytical support to quality assurance reviews, self-evaluation reports, accreditation submissions, and internal audits.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and risks in institutional data and provide recommendations to the Quality and Compliance Manager and senior leadership. Data Governance, Quality and Integrity
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards for institutional data management, including data definitions, ownership, and access controls.
• Monitor data quality, investigate discrepancies with data owners, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain and update data dictionaries, metadata, and process documentation to support transparency and continuity.
• Ensure appropriate handling of confidential and personal data in line with internal policies and applicable data protection regulations. Reporting to Senior Leadership, Boards and Committees
• Prepare clear, accurate, and visually effective reports and presentations on compliance status, regulatory submissions, quality indicators, and risk metrics for senior leadership, boards, and committees.
• Support the Quality and Compliance Manager in compiling evidence, summaries, and datasets for governance meetings and external reviews. Miscellaneous responsibilities
• Support the Quality and Compliance Manager in continuous improvement initiatives related to quality assurance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on data definitions, reporting standards, and use of dashboards and reports.
• Assist with data requests for audits, special studies, and strategic projects as required.
• Any other responsibilities related to institutional data, analytics, and compliance as reasonably requested from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, information systems, statistics, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in data analytics, ETL development, business intelligence, or institutional research.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and working with relational databases; experience with ETL tools and/or data integration frameworks.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and experience with one or more BI / data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Demonstrated experience in data cleaning, validation, reconciliation, and building reproducible data processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and reports for non-technical stakeholders.
• High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and regulatory cycles.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports and present findings to senior leadership, boards, and committees.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments, while also being self-motivated and able to manage work independently within defined timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or a regulated environment.
• Understanding of student lifecycle and institutional data (admissions, enrolment, progression, completion, outcomes).
• Familiarity with MOHESR/CAA and KHDA reporting requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive package.
• Gratuity as per company policy.

About the Company

Curtin University Dubai is a branch campus of Curtin University (Australia), located in Dubai, UAE. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, committed to providing quality education and fostering a vibrant learning community.