Senior Data Analyst

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Job Description

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An experienced Senior Data Analyst with expertise in SQL Server, Tableau, Power BI (and Adabas? / webmethods?). The ideal candidate will work with Credit Guarantee stakeholders to provide appropriate information to support business decision-making. A solid understanding of Management Information and reporting techniques is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

As part of the Systems MI team work toward improving and maintaining the management information and reporting requirements of CGIC. Provide analysis and insights which add value to business decision-making. Establish data repositories and data structures necessary to achieve the analysis and reporting. Knowledge of AI data concepts would be beneficial.

Data Management:

• Obtain data from various sources including Saas systems and APIs.

• Design and manage databases and their collection systems.

• Ensure data quality is fit for analysis purposes.

Data Analysis and Interpretation:

• Use statistical tools and techniques to explore and analyse data, identifying patterns, relationships, and trends.

• Interpret the results to draw meaningful conclusions and uncover insights that can inform business decisions.

• Develop and maintain data models and infrastructure.

Communication and Reporting:

• Provide feedback to stakeholders including reports, dashboards, and presentations.

• Apply data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI to present complex data in a clear and understandable format.

• Collaborate with business and systems teams to ensure that data-driven insights are effectively integrated into business processes.

Problem Solving and Decision Making:

• Assist to identify problems, understand the root causes, and develop data-driven solutions.

• Identify opportunities for better understanding and improvement.

• Work closely with business leaders and other stakeholders to ensure that data insights are applied effectively toward business intent.

General Role

• Design, implement and maintain data repositories required for management information including the new systems being developed to meet CGIC MI requirements.

• Participate with cross functional teams following Agile principles in systems delivery.

• Support database operational requirements with appropriate housekeeping (backups, recovery and troubleshooting) Ensure data integrity across the MI reporting systems.

• Manage and optimise performance for the MI data repositories. Document the databases and maintain data dictionary for reference purposes.

Education

• Bachelor degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• A strong foundation in statistics, mathematics, and data analysis techniques is essential.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in data analytical practices using Tableau / Power BI with SQL Server and Adabas.

• Natural programming skills being advantageous.

Skills

Action Planning, Application Development, Business Requirements Analysis, Computer Literacy, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Management, Data Modeling, Executing Plans, Gaps Analysis, IT Network Security, Management Reporting, Market Analysis, Policies & Procedures, User Requirements Documentation

Competencies

Action Oriented

Business Insight

Cultivates Innovation

Drives Engagement

Drives Results

Manages Ambiguity

Manages Complexity

Optimizes Work Processes

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

22 May 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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