Data and Policy Analyst

California Pan-Ethnic Health Network

. Prepare, analyze, and manage internal data, including coalition activities and impact .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeOakland • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $72,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and proficiency in data management and visualization, with a focus on health equity and policy evaluation. Capable of effectively communicating complex data insights and collaborating with diverse teams to support organizational goals.

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Data AnalysisResearch ExperienceExcel ProficiencyHealth Equity FocusEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Descriptive StatisticsData ManagementData VisualizationProgramming in RProgramming in SPSSProgramming in SASProgramming in STATAPrimary Data CollectionPolicy EvaluationHealth Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingCritical ThinkingTime ManagementCultural HumilityWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

ExcelMicrosoft BITableauArcGISCalifornia Health and Human Services Open Data Portal

Certifications & Qualifications

COVID-19 Vaccination

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealth Care SystemPolicy AdvocacyCalifornia Statewide Legislative ProcessHealth Equity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, analyze, and manage internal data, including coalition activities and impact
Prepare, analyze, and manage publicly available data, including the California Health and Human Services Open Data Portal
Identify relevant datasets and assess their limitations
Perform descriptive statistics and analysis
Interpret and present health-related data
Support evaluation of policy proposals and alternatives
Identify and communicate risks and benefits to the team verbally and in writing
Support organizational priorities and development of policy recommendations
Work with research, policy, and communications staff on organization-wide research activities
Find and evaluate information and data sources for quality and relevance
Conduct primary data collection
Analyze internal and external data for network and policy evaluations
Create content as part of a team advancing health equity for California communities of color

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2-4 years of research experience utilizing health, health care and/or public health system data
At least 2-4 years experience using Excel or similar to manage data sets and draw inferences
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills grounded through an equity lens
Strong writing and proofreading skills
Strong time management skills, including prioritization of multiple projects with conflicting deadlines
Effective, persuasive, and professional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Cultural humility and ability to understand issues impacting all communities of color
Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination
Preferred: At least 2-4 years of programming experience using R, SPSS, SAS, or STATA
Preferred: At least 2-4 years of experience with data visualization using Excel/Microsoft BI, Tableau, or ArcGIS
Preferred: Familiarity with the health care system in California or the United States
Preferred: Familiarity with policy advocacy or the California Statewide legislative process
Cover letter, resume, writing sample, and data-focused document required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% employer paid health and dental insurance
Up to 10% employer retirement contributions
Sabbatical leave
Generous PTO with 1 week winter holiday every year
Frontloaded sick leave
Professional development funds
Monthly “Slow Fridays” to encourage vacation
Annual “Fun Days” for break time and fun
Hybrid work schedule