Analyst - Data Science & Spatial Analytics at Sattva Consulting
New Delhi, delhi, India -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Data Cleaning, Geospatial Analysis, Remote Sensing, Python, R, SQL, QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth Engine, Data Visualization, Tableau, Power BI, Plotly, Spatial Econometrics, Machine Learning, Critical Thinking

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description
Role: Analyst - Data Science & Spatial Analytics Employment type: Contract (1 Year) Location: Delhi / Gurgaon / Bangalore Business Unit: Foundations Advisory About Sattva Since 2009, Sattva has been working with foundations, philanthropists, companies, non-profits, multi-laterals and impact ecosystems across India, Africa, and Asia, on a collective mission to develop scalable impact solutions for a sustainable world. Sattva is driven by impact and powered by knowledge, always striving to bring the right balance of head-heart-hands to its work. We at Sattva believe that age-old problems need new-age thinking and rigorous implementation, with empathy at the core. And, that’s what we deliver through our end-to-end support capabilities covering research, strategy consulting, programme management, impact assessment and more, to maximize social return on every investment. About the Team Foundations team collaborates with a network of global foundations, alongside multilateral aid agencies, aiming to inform, influence, and profoundly impact social and environmental outcomes resulting from their investments in diverse sectors such as education, child development, gender, health, and more. Our primary focus is on catalyzing ecosystem transformation by rigorously solving problems, formulating strategic solutions which are logically sound, effective on the ground and ensuring all stakeholders are effectively engaged while their interests are covered. The Opportunity As an Analyst, you will contribute to a project that analyses large-scale and spatial datasets to inform government stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of data science, policy research, and geospatial analytics, applying analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to generate insights that strengthen evidence-based decision-making and create lasting impact within the social development ecosystem. Key Responsibilities: Data Management & Cleaning: Assist in cleaning, organising, and managing large datasets (survey, administrative, or satellite data) with a strong emphasis on accuracy and consistency. Geospatial & Remote Sensing Analysis: Support spatial data analysis using GIS tools such as QGIS, ArcGIS, or Google Earth Engine, including basic raster processing and mapping tasks. Programming & Data Processing: Write and maintain well-documented code in Python, R, or SQL for tasks such as data transformation, analysis, and automation of workflows. Collaborative Research Support: Work closely with senior researchers and fellow interns to contribute to policy-relevant research projects, including background research and data analysis. Key qualifications and experiences Master’s, M.Phil., or Ph.D. in disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Geography, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, or Related Quantitative Fields Proficiency in Python / R / SQL / GIS tools (QGIS, ArcGIS, or GEE) along with any data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Plotly, etc.) is a must Any previous exposure to spatial econometrics/ machine learning/geospatial analytics/remote sensing will be advantageous Previous internship experience in working with large datasets(surveys, admin data, or satellite/remote sensing) is preferred Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills Display strong interpersonal skills, humility, willingness to listen and excitement to learn at all times Self-driven, curious and adaptable personality with the ability to produce accountable work We cultivate a supportive and inclusive work environment for all our employees and reinforce diversity in our workplace. All applications regardless of race, religion, caste, color, place of origin, gender, sexuality, disability and age will be welcome and will be fairly evaluated as per the requirements of the role. Please note: The organization follows a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, under which employees are required to use their personal laptops for work purposes, subject to compliance with the company’s information security and IT policies. Necessary tools for operating, like MS office etc, will be provided.
Responsibilities
The analyst will manage and clean large-scale spatial datasets to support evidence-based decision-making for government stakeholders. Key tasks include performing geospatial analysis using GIS tools and writing code for data transformation and automation.
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