Strategy and Innovation Analyst - Remote in PA, NJ, DE

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking a Strategy and Innovation Analyst to join our team.

This opportunity is available for candidates residing in PA, NJ, and DE.

The Strategy and Innovation Analyst will help develop an IT strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals.

This role will report to the Senior Director of Strategy and Innovation.

Key tasks include market research and developing content for innovation.

Additionally, help create document recommendation to our key stake holders.

The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of IT leadership and strategy, with a passion for promoting technological innovation in a healthcare setting.

Working with business owners to identify key issues, articulate problems, develop solutions and make recommendations.

Conducting research to identify the healthcare landscape and needs for our organization.

Analyzing data to inform strategic decisions.

Assisting in the development and implementation of an innovation and/or strategic projects.

Collaborating with internal teams to align strategies and goals.

Assisting in the preparation of reports and presenting to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.

Under the guidance of Strategy leadership, lead a small sized strategy project.

Keeping up with industry trends and technological advancements that could impact our organization.

Being an organizational champion of innovation and technology.

Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.

Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.

DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.

Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.

Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.

Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.

Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services.

More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

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Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status.

Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! #LI-Remote Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences, Business or a related field or 3-5 years of relevant experience required.

Minimum of 3 years experience in strategy, analytics, consulting in healthcare operations The ideal candidate will possess:

Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and the applying them to support business goals.

Familiarity with healthcare consumer journey mapping and redesigning.

Experience with forecasting and market analysis.

Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Strong knowledge in data analysis tool; Excel, SQL, PowerBI, or similar.