Vacancies: 2x data analysts

We are hiring: 2x data analysts. JET Education Services seeks to appoint 2 Data Analysts for the Anglo-American South Africa Education programme.

Deadline date

04 Aug 2023, 23:00

Start date

25 Jul 2023

Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng.

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Duration

1 September 2023 - 31 December 2026

More information

https://www.jet.org.za/news/data-analyst-anglo-american-south-africa-education-programme

JOB DESCRIPTION

2x Data Analyst-Researcher's are required to undertake the following functions: data processing and management (e.g. collation, cleaning, vetting, data quality assurance and verification using correct protocols) and processing confidential data and information according to guidelines; deep data analysis using relevant software and determining the best way to represent data visually to managers and stakeholders; and assist in generating data reports (including tables and graphs) based on queries.

REQUIREMENTS
• Honours in statistics, econometrics, mathematics (with a strong statistical component)
• At least two years of experience in the relevant field
•Relevant prior learning may be considered
• Computer skills including competence in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), use of the internet and email
• Extensive knowledge of Stata or SPSS (2 years minimum experience)

• Conduct and manage processes such as data capture, cleaning, quality assurance, verification and analysis.

• Clean data and analyse data (minimum 2 years’ experience).

• Acquire data from primary and secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems.
• Understanding and knowledge to operate database systems
• Use data to write standard or customised reports from findings
• Must have a valid driver’s licence
• Must have a South African ID or a valid work permit

COMPETENCIES
• Commitment to ethical standards in managing public, personal and confidential data.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate large amount of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Detail-oriented.
• Adept at queries, report writing and presentation of findings.
• Understanding of addressing and metadata standards.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.

• Good command of oral and written English

• Sound quantitative data analysis skills
• Ability to communicate well with clients/users
• Ability to work in a demanding environment

PREFERRED
• A masters-level qualification would be an advantage
• Experience in sampling and weighting will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of other statistical packages will be an added advantage (R-Programming)

All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to independent relevant reference checks as required.

Applications must be made online via this form: https://forms.gle/e7LGBpXrPUTCep9G7 no later than 4 August 2023 at 12h00pm (SAST).