Job Description

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Job Purpose

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to leverage advanced data analytics to optimize people management, workforce planning, and organizational performance within the Western Cape Government.

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Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (Bachelors Degree or equivalent) in Data Analytics,Statistics, Information Systems, Business Administration; A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience particularly in people analytics or data analysis role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position involving project management, team mentorship, or decision-making within an organisational setting.

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Recommendation

Honours Degree; A valid code B driver's license.



NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

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Key Performance Areas

The incumbent will establishing and maintaining data pipelines, ensuring seamless data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes across multiple systems , ensuring quality, integrity, and compliance (e.g., POPIA), and optimising workflows for timely, accurate delivery; Apply people analytics and workforce insights to identify trends, generate actionable insights on performance, engagement, and retention, and develop reports that inform decision-making; Lead strategic advisory and stakeholder engagement by aligning data insights with organisational goals, driving data-driven decision-making, and training stakeholders on data interpretation; Manage reporting, visualisation, and dashboard development by creating interactive dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), automating reports, and standardising templates for effective decision support; Provide people management, project leadership, and operational oversight by managing operations, employees to ensure efficient implementation. Oversee projects, track progress, and foster a high-performance work environment while mentoring the team to achieve business goals.

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Competencies

Knowledge of the following

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People Analytics and Workforce Management, workforce planning, HR metrics, and how data informs people management and organisational strategy; Data Management and Governance. Expertise in data governance, quality, integration, privacy regulations (POPIA, GDPR), and ethical data use; Analytics & Reporting. Proficiency in statistical analysis, predictive modelling, data mining, and visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau) for insights and reporting; Project and Stakeholder Management. Ability to manage analytics projects, align data insights with strategy, and communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences; Legal & Ethical Compliance. Understanding of public sector data regulations, confidentiality, and secure data handling. Skills needed: Data Engineering; Strong in stakeholder engagement and communication; Proven in project management; Expertise in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL for data automation, processing, and analytical model development.

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Remuneration

R 444 036 - R 532 602 per annum (SalaryLevel 9)



Note on remuneration in addition Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance,pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded interms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

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Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests.The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.



By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For allother queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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