SUMMARY :
An Internal Vacancy exists for a Data Analyst in the Critical Infrastructure Division based in Gauteng
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The suitable candidate’s main responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following : â¯â¯
POSITION INFO :
- Data Collection & Processing
- Gather and clean data from multiple sources, including databases, APIs, and spreadsheets.
- Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Automate data collection and processing tasks where possible.
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and correlations.
- Use statistical techniques to interpret data and generate reports to
- Provide insights that support business decisions and optimize processes.
- Data Visualization & Reporting
- Create dashboards, charts, and reports using tools like Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or Python.
- Present findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
- Develop interactive visualizations to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
- Database Management & Querying
- Work with databases (SQL, NoSQL) to extract and manipulate data.
- Optimize data structures for efficiency and performance.
- Ensure data integrity and security compliance.
- Business Intelligence & Decision Support
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs.
- Provide insights to improve operational efficiency, customer experience, and profitability.
- Assist in predictive analytics and machine learning initiatives when required.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in data analytics.
- Recommend improvements in data collection, processing, and reporting techniques.
- Support automation efforts to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
The suitable candidate shall have the following qualifications / attributes / skills : â¯â¯
Honors or Master’s in CriminologyExperience in i2 Analyst Notebook, Ciims Online Intelligence and XDS is preferable.â¯Driver’s licenseâ¯- own transportProficiency in SQL for data querying.Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio).Knowledge of programming languages like Python or R.Strong Excel skills for data manipulation and reporting, with the ability to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful insights.Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.Effective communication skills to present findings to stakeholders.Attention to detail and a data-driven mindset.Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) is a plus.Familiarity with machine learning concepts and tools & understanding of business intelligence (BI) strategies.Prior experience in data analytics or business intelligence role, with statistical methods and data modelling.Clear criminal record