Senior Data Analyst ● REF NO: FPR 38/26

City of Cape Town • Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA

20 hours ago

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TCOE Salary: R1 122 322 – R1 576 194 PER ANNUM

The Data Analytics Hub is a multidisciplinary team of data analysts,

data scientists, engineers and product managers working at the

heart of the City of Cape Town. We partner with departments

across the City, using data, analyses and AI to bring clarity to

complex problems, reduce uncertainty, and guide the decisions to

improve daily life for millions of residents.

We’re looking for a Senior Data Analyst to put deep statistical and

analytical expertise to work on some of the City’s toughest

challenges. You’ll uncover opportunities, sharpen strategic and

operational decision-making, and help shape the systems and

behaviours that keep a large, fast-moving city running.

This role is for you if you want your work to matter and you’re

energised by turning real-world data into clear insights and

products that people actually use.

A relevant 3 year tertiary qualification, preferably a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Data Science, Economics, Quantitative Social Science, or any field with strong quantitative elements
At least 5 years’ relevant experience

Work with stakeholders across the City to understand their needs, translate them into well-defined analytical questions, and design fit-for-purpose solutions using statistical methods
Develop and deploy statistical models and data products using appropriate algorithms and techniques
Monitor and maintain models and data products in production so they remain accurate, reliable and fit for purpose
Communicate findings and insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences through presentations, reports and visualisations
Apply and contribute to the establishment, implementation and adoption of guidelines, standards, best practices and governance frameworks for the data analytic and AI community of the City
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in statistics and related fields and identify opportunities to apply new techniques and technologies to improve the City's data capabilities
Create, maintain and improve high-quality documentation of data analytic processes
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior data analysts.
Contribute to and/or lead the delivery of the data analytic projects and programmes, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and budget, with effective stakeholder communication and managed risk.
Perform change, stakeholder, risk, procurement, contract and performance management when required

Closing date: 03 November 2026

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