Data Delivery Excellence Senior Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Line of Service AdvisoryIndustry/Sector Not ApplicableSpecialism Data, Analytics & AIManagement Level Senior Manager & Summary A career within Data and Analytics services will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations uncover enterprise insights and drive business results using smarter data analytics. We focus on a collection of organisational technology capabilities, including business intelligence, data management, and data assurance that help our clients drive innovation, growth, and change within their organisations in order to keep up with the changing nature of customers and technology. We make impactful decisions by mixing mind and machine to leverage data, understand and navigate risk, and help our clients gain a competitive edge.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

  • Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.
  • Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
  • Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
  • Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
  • Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.
  • Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism.
  • Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
  • Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
  • Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.
  • Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Position Overview:The Senior Manager in the Data Delivery Excellence team will play a crucial role in business development and sales while maintaining a solid technical foundation. This position also includes responsibilities for delivery management, ensuring the successful implementation of data initiatives. The ideal candidate will
have a strong background in data architecture, governance, and agile delivery, with experience in cloud environments like Azure and AWS. Collaboration, innovation, and a deep understanding of best practices are essential to thrive in this role.Key Responsibilities:1. Business Development & Sales:xe2x97x8b Identify and develop new business opportunities within the data and analytics
domain.
xe2x97x8b Engage with potential clients to understand their needs and propose tailored data solutions.
xe2x97x8b Collaborate with the sales team to drive revenue growth and expand the companyxe2x80x99s market presence.2. Delivery Management:xe2x97x8b Oversee the delivery of data projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
xe2x97x8b Manage project teams and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure
successful project outcomes.
xe2x97x8b Implement best practices in delivery management to optimize efficiency and client satisfaction.3. Experience in Data Architecture:xe2x97x8b Lead the design and development of scalable data architectures, employing industry best practices.
xe2x97x8b Hands-on experience with data modeling, including Kimball methodologies for structured data and vectorized models for unstructured and IoT streaming data.
xe2x97x8b Architect solutions on cloud platforms, with a preference for Azure, but AWS
experience is also valuable.4. Experience in Data Governance & Compliance:xe2x97x8b Implement and maintain data governance frameworks in alignment with DAMA principles.
xe2x97x8b Ensure data compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
xe2x97x8b Develop and manage data quality metrics, policies, and procedures.5. Experience in DevOps & Agile Integration:xe2x97x8b Integrate DevOps practices into the data architecture and delivery process to ensure continuous integration, delivery, and deployment of data solutions.
xe2x97x8b Drive agile delivery practices within the Data Delivery Excellence team, ensuring iterative and incremental development of data solutions.
xe2x97x8b Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure the reliability and performance of data systems.6. Technical Expertise:xe2x97x8b Proficiency in SQL and Python for data manipulation, transformation, and
automation.
xe2x97x8b Strong understanding of cloud-native data services, particularly within Azure and AWS ecosystems.
xe2x97x8b Ability to integrate data from various sources, including IoT and unstructured data streams.
xe2x97x8b Experience in designing and developing APIs for data integration and management.7. Leadership & Collaboration:xe2x97x8b Act as a key partner to the Data Lead, taking ownership of major projects and
leading teams to successful delivery.
xe2x97x8b Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, promoting best practices in data management.
xe2x97x8b Mentor and develop junior team members, ensuring the team's growth and
continuous improvement.8. Industry Expertise:xe2x97x8b Experience in complex data environments such as financial services,
telecommunications, or mining.
xe2x97x8b Familiarity with industry-specific data challenges and solutions.9. Innovation & Continuous Improvement:xe2x97x8b Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in data architecture, governance, and analytics.
xe2x97x8b Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data capabilities across the organization.Qualifications:xe2x97x8f Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
xe2x97x8f Experience:
xe2x97x8b 8+ years of experience in data architecture, governance, and delivery roles.
xe2x97x8b Proven experience in implementing and managing data governance frameworks, particularly DAMA.
xe2x97x8b Extensive experience in data modeling (Kimball for structured, vectorized for
unstructured, and IoT streaming data).
xe2x97x8b Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS considered).
xe2x97x8b Familiarity with agile methodologies, leading practices in data delivery, and DevOps integration.
xe2x97x8b Experience in business development and sales within the data and analytics
domain.
xe2x97x8b Experience in delivery management, overseeing data projects from inception to completion.Preferred Attributes:xe2x97x8f Certifications: Relevant certifications in Data Governance (DAMA), Cloud Platforms (Azure/AWS), DevOps, or Agile Delivery.
xe2x97x8f Industry Experience: Experience in complex data environments such as financial services, telecommunications, or mining.
xe2x97x8f Progression in Roles: Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibilities.
xe2x97x8f Hands-on Developer Background: Preference for candidates who started in hands-on roles such as data engineering, BI development, or business analysis.
xe2x97x8f Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and team collaboration skills.Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)Required SkillsOptional SkillsDesired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)Travel Requirements Up to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? NoGovernment Clearance Required? YesJob Posting End Date September 23, 2024

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1353393
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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