Access and Inclusion Data Officer

Essential Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must:

• Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role to a high standard;

• An honours Level 8 degree preferably in Social Science, Education, Business, Public or relevant discipline [as specified in the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)], or equivalent.

• Experience of data management and analytics.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• Postgraduate qualification in education, business or a related area would be an advantage.

• A minimum of 1 year relevant work experience in third level education sector working with students experiencing educational or social disadvantage.

• Familiarity with the National Access Plan (NAP).

Overview of the Role

ATU is committed to providing access to third level education for student cohorts that are underrepresented in Higher Education with equality of opportunity and an enhanced individual student experience for all students.

The Data Officer specialising in Access and Widening Participation will be responsible for managing and analysing data related to student demographics, enrolment, and participation, as it relates to Access, Widening Participation, Disability and the wider student services area. This role combines strong data management skills with an understanding of access and participation issues in higher education.

Duties

Prepare a work programme with targets, deadlines and performance metrics.

Data Management:

• Collect, organise, and analyse large datasets related to key target groups as specified by the National Access Plan.

• Develop data definitions and methodologies for data reporting which align to HEA methodologies and reporting.

• Support the student services team in data management strategies.

Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyse data to identify trends, patterns, and disparities in access, participation and success among target groups and the wider student population.

• Identify data gaps and current data collection practices across the access, disability and student services functions.

• Analyse data currently collected against the requirements of the National Access Plan supporting ATU in fulfilling the requirement of student centred goal 6 – Improve Data and Evidence for Student Equity.

• Generate reports and insights to inform decision-making and policy formulation.

Compliance and Regulation:

• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and guidelines related to all data sources and uses.

Strategy Development:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop data driven strategies aimed at improving access, participation and success rates for underrepresented groups.

Technology and Tools Utilization:

• Employ various data analytics tools, software, and methodologies to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with various departments, stakeholders, and external organisations to exchange data, insights, and best practices.

• Work as part of the Access and Widening Participation team.

• Increase awareness across ATU of the diversity of students, NAP and data insights on service engagements.

• Support the service in applying for project funding.

• Support evaluation and continuous improvement of access and participation initiatives.

• Participate on committees, both internal and external as appropriate and as required by the Access and Widening Participation Service.

Salary

Salary Scale Grade VI: (€57,324 – €70,033)

Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€60,356) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy.

Hours of Work

35 hours per week.