Data Analyst - Freelance, Remote

South Africa

Magic

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Data Analyst - Freelance, Remote

Department: Boutique Client

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: South Africa

Reporting To: Client via Magic

Compensation: $5.00 / hour


Description

About the OpportunityWe're building an inclusive pool of Data Analysts across all experience levels and specializations to match with exciting client projects. Whether you're just starting your data analysis journey or you're a seasoned expert, we welcome your application. This is not a traditional job posting - instead, we're creating a talent pipeline to connect analysts with opportunities that match their expertise level and interests.
How It Works
  1. Submit your application with detailed information about your expertise
  2. Complete our skills assessment and technical evaluation
  3. Join our talent pool if qualified
  4. Get matched with relevant client projects based on your skills and availability
  5. Accept projects that interest you and match your schedule

Why Join Our Talent Pool?
  • Opportunities at Every Level: From entry-level to expert positions
  • Flexible Engagement: Work on projects that match your schedule and interests
  • Growth Potential: Start with basic projects and progress to more complex ones
  • Mentorship Possibilities: Opportunities to learn from experienced analysts
  • Diverse Projects: Access opportunities across industries and analytical specialties
  • Quick Matching: Get fast-tracked to relevant opportunities when they arise
  • Professional Development: Expand your portfolio with varied client projects
  • Competitive Rates: Benefit from fair compensation based on your experience level

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from Data Analysts of all levels with expertise or interest in:

  • Business Intelligence & Reporting
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Financial Analysis
  • Operations Analytics
  • Product Analytics
  • Customer Analytics
  • Data Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Predictive Modeling
  • Real-Time Data Monitoring
  • Dashboard Operation
  • Report Generation & Distribution
  • Data Quality Monitoring
  • Basic Data Collection & Cleaning
  • Excel-Based Analysis
  • KPI Tracking & Reporting
  • Performance Metrics Monitoring
  • Junior Data Analyst
  • Data Analysis Assistant
  • Reporting Analyst
  • Data Quality Analyst
  • Analytics Support Specialist
  • Metrics Coordinator
  • Entry-Level Business Analyst
  • Data Operations Analyst
  • E-commerce Analytics
  • Social Media Analytics
  • Website Analytics
  • Sales Analytics
  • Support Analytics
  • Inventory Analytics
  • Basic Market Research
  • Survey Data Analysis

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related) OR equivalent practical experience
  • Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills
  • Basic understanding of data analysis concepts
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Willingness to learn and grow
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic problem-solving abilities
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related)
  • 2+ years of professional experience in data analysis
  • Strong proficiency in data manipulation and analysis tools
  • Excellence in data visualization and presentation
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Experience working in a remote/freelance capacity (preferred)
Candidates should be proficient in one or more of the following:
  • Excel/Google Sheets
  • Basic SQL or willingness to learn
  • Basic data visualization skills
  • Report generation
  • Data entry and validation
  • SQL and database querying
  • Python or R for data analysis
  • Business Intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker, etc.)
  • Advanced Excel/Google Sheets
  • Statistical analysis software
  • ETL tools and processes

What to expect...
Schedule:
  • Majority of our clients are within US business hours from Monday to Friday but some may have unusual business hours. Opportunities maybe full-time or part-time.
Compensation:
  • Rate starts at $5 per hour
  • Payment is made via Deel
Equipment:
  • Candidate must have the following WFH Set-Up:
    • Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.
    • Internet speed of at least 40MBPS
    • Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam
    • Back-up computer and internet connection
    • Quiet, dedicated workspace at home

Benefits

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Category: Analyst Jobs

Tags: Business Intelligence Computer Science Data analysis DataOps Data quality Data visualization E-commerce Economics ETL Excel Looker Market research Mathematics Power BI Predictive modeling Python R Research SQL Statistics Survey data Tableau

Perks/benefits: Career development Competitive pay Flex hours Gear

Regions: Remote/Anywhere Africa
Country: South Africa

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