A Program Analyst, or Program Evaluator, reviews a company’s computer systems to ensure they operate properly and efficiently. Their main duties include determining requirements for each system, making recommendations to optimize programs accordingly and identifying and resolving system issues.
A Program Analyst should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Program Analyst should be able to execute:
- Creating and implementing data management collection techniques
- Analyzing data to determine better ways to implement corporate guidelines while maintaining profit margins
- Identifying program needs based on data collected and analyzed
- Participating in strategic planning meetings
- Ensuring that all changes in programs and outcomes are well documented
- Performing data validation and implementing quality control measures to ensure the continued success of programs
A competitive Program Analyst will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Firm understanding of industry best practices
- Strong spreadsheet and presentation skills
- Unrestricted work authorization
- Ability to calculate statistics like mathematical averages and percentages
- Ability to adapt to changing technology
- Effective communication skills
