Job Description

IQbusiness is the largest South African management and technology consulting firm, attracting top talent and ambitious clients, both locally and globally.
We're a forward-thinking business, underpinned by strong technology and business acumen to help drive our relationships and project delivery to new heights.We're looking for highly skilled Data Analysts who are willing to Contract for either 3, 6 or longer-term projects. Industry experience aligned to financial services, consulting and/or big corporate environments is a must.If you think you're the one take a look at the below and get in touch.Key Responsibilities And/or Outputs

• Interpret data, analyze results and interpret trends enabling continuous improvement in data quality and overall business performance
• Create detailed specifications that specify data sources, data flows, data transformations, data storage and reporting
• Produce documentation such as source-to-target-maps, data dictionaries and data models
• Create test cases and scenarios used to ensure quality assurance
• Interact and collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to identify data sources, find data definitions for master and metadata as well as formulate and implement solutions
• Promote the use of existing enterprise and divisional data standards to enhance data quality, ensure constant compliance and adherence to data governance principles
• Promote reusability, maintainability, reliability, and scalability in design and development of data solutions
• Process live and confidential data according to specified guidelines
• Evaluate changes and updates to source production systems that could impact reporting and eventually business decisions

Requirements

• 3 - 6 years of experience in analyzing and using data to solve problems
• Relevant Bachelors' Degree / Diploma / recognised qualification from an accredited tertiary institution preferably ICT
• Knowledge and/or experience in Data frameworks, practices and tooling (e.g. DAMA, Apache, etc)
• Demonstrates knowledge of database and data warehouse design
• Proven experience building logical and physical data models using industry best practices, patterns and frameworks
• Practical technical experience using database management tools(SQL) and reporting tools(Power BI)
• Familiarity with BI methodologies such as Kimball and Inman
• Has analytical skills and demonstrates a deep interest in research
• Demonstrates the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to draw actionable insights from raw data and information to help further the business's cause
• Ability to communicate well with different types of stakeholders, adapt to different project environments and play a flexible role in projects
• Have a drivers' license and a willingness to travel

Who we are:Our purpose is to grow people, grow business and grow Africa.At IQbusiness, we are creative problem-solvers who never concede defeat. Beyond IT and technology, we apply innovative solutions to complex problems. We make sure that our clients grow, whether these challenges may be overcome by utilizing research from IQbusiness and our partners, allocating teams to build and implement solutions, or deploying point expertise to address a skills shortage. Whatever the challenges, we support them in overcoming them.What is in it for you:At IQbusiness, we prioritize work-life balance and offer attractive salary packages with generous employee benefits. Our offices are conveniently located in both Johannesburg and Cape Town, ensuring ease even during challenging times like load shedding. We foster a workplace culture that values flexibility and supports your personal needs. Moreover, our diverse talent pool provides many opportunities for growth and development through meaningful interactions with your colleagues. Join us and experience the best of both worlds: a fulfilling career and a fulfilling life outside of work.How do we recruit?At IQbusiness, we take a refreshingly straightforward approach to recruitment. We passionately believe that feedback is the backbone of improvement, so we avoid dragging out the process unnecessarily.Here is a sneak peek at the steps involved once you have sent us your resume:

• First, we will dive into your CV, delving into your background, interests, passions, and tech prowess. If you are a shining star that aligns with our needs, congratulations! You will swiftly move on to step two.

• This stage involves meeting one of our charismatic hiring managers who will assess your skills and, just as importantly, your compatibility with our vibrant culture.

• Once these delightful encounters conclude, we get down to business with employment checks-references, credit history, criminal records, and even the rarefied world of fraud. Once you have successfully navigated these hurdles, voila!

• We eagerly extend to you an offer of employment; formalities having been dealt with in a timely manner.

So, if you're ready and you think 'you're the one', buckle up and send us that resume!
Please note: As all IQbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID and qualification verificationIQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals

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