Data Analyst Intern

Job Summary

Vanguard Economics Uganda is offering an internship for a skilled and motivated Data Analyst to join its growing team. The Data Analyst will play a key role in transforming raw data into meaningful insights that support evidence-based decision-making while learning from the wider team at VE. The opportunity will involve collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting data to inform projects, reports, and strategic recommendations for our clients and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for an analytical thinker with a passion for using data to drive impact in policy, research, and development initiatives.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate large datasets from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Perform descriptive, inferential, and predictive data analysis using statistical methods and tools.
• Design and implement data collection systems, dashboards, and performance tracking tools.
• Visualize data through charts, graphs, and dashboards to communicate findings clearly.
• Work with project teams to translate research questions into measurable indicators and datasets.
• Support survey design, sampling, and quality assurance during data collection.
• Produce high-quality reports and presentations to inform project deliverables and client needs.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and ethical standards.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in statistical and data analysis software (e.g., Stata, R, Python, SPSS).
• Strong knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel).
• Familiarity with econometric techniques and impact evaluation is desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to present complex data in clear and simple ways.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Capacity to work independently and in collaborative team settings.
• Integrity and commitment to ethical data practices.

Benefits

Why Join Vanguard Economics?

At Vanguard Economics, we are passionate about providing data-driven solutions that shape impactful policies and programs across Africa. As a Data Analyst Intern, you will contribute directly to high-level research and development projects while growing your expertise in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About Company

Vanguard Economics Limited

https://vanguardeconomics.com

Vanguard Economics is a consulting and implementation firm specialised in locally led socio-economic research, advice, and project management in Africa. We help our clients - private corporations, bilateral and multilateral donors, philanthropies, and governments - deliver innovative products, services, projects, and policies that address the unique challenges and opportunities on the continent. We work across a wide range of sectors, including education, health, agribusiness and manufacturing, finance, and trade. We cover job creation, youth empowerment, gender equality, and climate adaptation and mitigation across all sectors, with a focus on social and environmental sustainability.