Data Analyst - Johannesburg

Requirements:

• • Proven working experience as a Data Analyst or Business Data Analyst
• • Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques
• • Strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects etc), databases (SQL etc), programming (XML, Javascript, or ETL frameworks)
• • Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS etc)
• • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• • Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings
• • BS in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics

Responsibilities:

• • Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports
• • Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality
• • Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems
• • Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
• • Filter and "clean" data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems
• • Work with management to prioritize business and information needs
• • Locate and define new process improvement opportunities