Director: Data & Analytics

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


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The Director: Data & Analytics plays an integral role within the company, giving strategic guidance to senior management. The person in this position is responsible for managing the operations and results of several sub-teams, or of a large, strategically important group. This role is integral to the department's overall strategic objective, assisting in the effective management of staffing, budgeting, and planning.Responsibilities:

  • Provides strategic guidance to senior managers and sub-team heads, ensuring accountability for performance outcomes.
  • Fosters a collaborative, innovative culture within the data team while mentoring senior managers for leadership development.
  • Establishes and monitors key metrics to optimize team efficiency, implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Shapes departmental strategy to leverage data for business insights, aligning with organizational goals.
  • Collaborates with senior leaders to integrate data strategies, staying informed of industry trends.
  • Directs planning, staffing, and budgeting processes, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to financial guidelines.
  • Leads recruitment, training, and project prioritization efforts to cultivate a high-performing, goal-aligned team.
  • Engages executive stakeholders and peers to align and support data initiatives, effectively communicating strategy and outcomes.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with internal and external partners, advocating for data-driven decision-making.
  • Designs and reviews long-term data team plans, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and effectiveness in changing environments.
  • Directs operational decision-making within the team, ensuring process efficiency and compliance with regulations.
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / IT, or a related field.
  • Master's / PhD preferred.
Job Experience & Skills Required:
  • 10+ years' work experience with data management, analytics, or similar areas
  • 5+ years of senior leadership experience
  • Demonstrated experience in data strategy development and implementation
  • A strong background in customer service development and delivery
  • Strong skills in the analysis, interpretation, and presentation of large volumes of information, creating solutions, and implementing them
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  • Job Id
    JD1347320
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned