Aligned Community Care (ACC) is a Sydney-based disability support provider that has been delivering care and support to individuals living with disabilities for the past five years. With a team of over 150 support staff operating across Sydney Suburbs , and an additional 15+ team members based overseas (primarily in Nepal), ACC is committed to improving the quality of life for clients through compassionate, person-centred care.

Position: Data Analytics Engineer

We are currently hiring a Data Analytics Engineer to join our Data Analytics and Reporting Division, working from our Kathmandu office.

Key Details:

• Location: On-site, Dhapasi Heights, Kathmandu

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Start Date: Immediate start preferred

• Reports To: 

  • Direct: Data and Reporting Manager (Kathmandu)

  • Indirect: Sydney-based Managers

• Employment Type: Ongoing contractual (freelancer)

• Monthly Salary: NPR 70k (based on experience, with annual salary review)

Main Operations of ACC

1. ACC provides high-quality, individualized support to people living with disabilities.

2. A team of 150+ Disability Support Workers deliver services across Sydney Suburbs.

3. During service delivery, support staff submit daily reports via an online platform. These reports include critical data about each client's day-to-day activities such as eating, sleeping, behavioral observations, participation in activities and daily routine or daily schedule.

Role of the Data Analytics and Reporting Division

The division plays a central role in converting daily client data into actionable insights to support care planning and compliance. It oversees data collection, analysis, reporting.

Key Responsibilities of the Data Analytics Engineer:

1. Data Collection Setup

• Review client health and psychological reports (written by clinicians) to identify appropriate data collection points.

• Draft and configure data collection platforms used by Disability Support Workers for daily reporting.

• Although no prior clinical knowledge is required, the candidate must demonstrate: 

  • Attention to detail

  • Willingness to read and understand health-related documents

• Full training will be provided for this task.

2. Questionnaire Development

• Set up data collection forms in an internal online platform based on client-specific health indicators.

• Training will be provided on using the platform.

3. Data Tracking and Excel-Based Reporting

• Monitor data submissions and prepare reports in Excel.

• Expert-level Excel proficiency is required in the following areas:

Required Excel Skills

• Time Series Analysis
• Data Cleaning & Transformation using Power Query (Intermediate skill in M language)
• Interactive Dashboards
• Automation & Reporting (Intermediate skills in automation, scripting and VBA)
• Structured & Semi-Structured Data Handling

Role in R&D Project: Dashboard Transformation Initiative

Aligned Community Care is currently undertaking an R&D project to shift from Excel-based reporting to modern, interactive dashboards using Python and web apps. The Data Analytics Engineer will play a vital role in this transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Python-based dashboards.
• Transform and prepare data using various python libraries.
• Build user-friendly visualizations that communicate health trends and KPIs.
• Collaborate with support coordinators to understand data and reporting needs.
• Implement scheduled data refreshes and ensure data accuracy.
• Write documentation and user guides for non-technical stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with NDIS data privacy and security standards.
• Gather user feedback and iterate dashboard features accordingly.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python skills, especially for data processing and visualization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and SharePoint.
• Experience with libraries like Plotly, Dash, or Bokeh.
• Basic web development knowledge (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with SQL and data visualization principles.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Flask or Django frameworks.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and data integration.
• Knowledge of version control (Git).
• Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft 365.
• Understanding of data privacy principles and responsive design.
• Fresh graduates with relevant internships or projects are welcome.
• Knowledge of NDIS or healthcare data is a plus.

Technical Environment

• Backend: Python with Flask/Django
• Data Processing: Pandas, NumPy
• Visualization: Plotly, Dash
• Database: SQL
• Version Control: Git
• Integration: REST APIs (CognitoForms, SharePoint)
• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (basic)

Why Join Aligned Community Care

• Make a real impact in the lives of people with psycho-social impairments.
• Gain deep experience in healthcare-focused data analytics and visualization.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive international team.
• Grow professionally with access to learning and development opportunities.
• Be part of a values-driven organization that supports your personal and professional growth.