10 Downing Street
Data Scientist
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Set-up in 2020, 10DS is here to radically improve the way in which key decisions are informed by data, analysis and evidence. We do this by:
- Enabling No10 to utilise the best available evidence by combining cutting-edge data science with clear, engaging communication throughout the policy and decision-making process, ensuring that the Prime Minister and staff are intelligent customers of analysis, and embedding a culture of evidence-informed policy
- Provoking positive change across central government through providing challenge and feedback, and collaborating across Whitehall to drive long-term systems change and collectively solve the most pressing policy challenges
We actively encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, as we see the value in housing a wide range of skillsets across the team. Even if you feel you don't meet all the necessary skills please still apply. Our current team members bring experience from a host of industries, including the AI labs, management consulting and academia.
The role:
As a data scientist within 10DS, you will be instrumental in the success of priority PM programmes. You will shape the journey of insightful data from source to use by system leaders, deploying a range of techniques in the process.
You will work closely with colleagues in No10 and across government collect data, conduct high quality analysis, create engaging visualisations and develop insights, all to inform critical decision making. Our customers include senior ministers, the Prime Minister and Civil Service leaders.
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You will also contribute to the cross-government data science community, engaging with a range of stakeholders to champion the value of data science. 10DS has a strong programme of technological development, drawing on capabilities in Python and cloud computing.
10DS are strongly committed to learning and development, and are more interested in your aptitude and attitude than pre-existing expertise. Significant on-the-job training, mentorship and support can be provided for the right applicant.
Person specification
If you are interested but feel you don't yet meet every requirement, please apply. We value enthusiasm, aptitude for growth, and diversity of thought and experience, along with the skills and experience outlined.
Main responsibilities:
- Developing innovative and interactive visualisation tools (in Plotly Dash for Python) to communicate data and analysis
- Establishing data flows and pipelines from a wide range of sources across Whitehall by establishing relationships and promoting use of rAPId
- Presenting evidence to the Prime Minister, Cabinet ministers, Special Advisors and senior civil servants
- Inspiring the people who make decisions and drive delivery of essential public services to use data
- Establishing and maintaining strong networks across government relevant to your policy area
- Applying advanced analytical techniques and machine learning (including natural language processing) to extract policy and delivery relevant insight from data
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You will be able to competently demonstrate:
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into meaningful, easily understood narrative for non-analytical audiences
- Extensive experience briefing and influencing senior leaders, including senior-level stakeholders, C-suite executives, and equivalent decision-makers
- Keenness to develop excellence in communicating analytical findings for impact, including through creative visualisation
- Strong numeracy and experience deploying a range of analytical techniques (including with AI)
- Experience of working effectively at pace
- Interest or experience in the delivery of programmes for public service improvement
- Strong interest in use of data and evidence to drive better outcomes
- Strong attention to detail, particularly in producing polished presentation materials and rigorous analysis
- Excellent data visualisation skills
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