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Overall purpose of the role

This role is vital to the growth of our charity and represents an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work on a range of projects relating to improving life for autistic people.

The Data & Insights Officer will play a key role in finding, gathering, and reporting data about the inequalities faced by autistic people, always with a focus on driving real-world change. We are looking for high-impact data that will influence our audiences, particularly policymakers. The role-holder will work closely with our Programmes Director to help our small team monitor and manage this fast-changing data landscape, developing and running projects in line with the charity strategy.

They will be expected to work with a high level of autonomy to identify and collect relevant data from a range of sources. This will include making Freedom of Information requests, conducting online searches for publicly available but disparate data, developing surveys, and carrying out descriptive analyses that translate complex information into accessible insights for both the general public and for use in our work to influence policy and national practice.

Highly skilled in spreadsheet use, data handling, and report writing, the post-holder will organise, analyse, and present data and related analyses with clarity and accuracy, ideally in visual and accessible formats to aid impact. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical ability with an understanding of the experiences and preferences of the autism community. They will work quickly, systematically, and with exceptional attention to detail, while recognising when to seek guidance or support.

Some experience of qualitative data analysis and managing relationships with senior stakeholders is desirable.

The successful candidate will be motivated to improve life for autistic people - joining a team that is passionate about delivering impact. They will be a strong advocate for ensuring that all opinions are heard and respected.