Job Description

Job Summary:
The purpose of this role is to lead the data and analytics (D&A) capability for the organisation which includes the creation and management of data and analytics strategy and execution of related programmes and practices that drive measurable business outcomes. Responsible for establishing, leading and operating the D&A function, including the data management culture at the SABN.Main Responsibilities (not limited to):
To ensure that the organisations D&A assets are deployed to drive value in various departments of the business.
Interpret, relate and communicate SABN strategy and relate this to architectural decisions and the future D&A architecture.
Collaborate with departments to foster a D&A culture by establishing and maintaining a solid foundation for enterprise data management to ensure that data is organised, accessible, secure and utilised in line with the established governance principles.
To provide leadership in business change initiatives geared towards delivering organisation-wide value through exploitation of the vast data repositories.
To lead and oversee cross-functional teams in executing the data and analytics programmes and projects.
To build the D&A related competencies and data literacy across the business, with strong integration with the various SABN departments.
Establish data management and analytics governance covering critical practices in master data, data quality, data stewardship, data security/access, and/or other compliance/regulatory best practices.
Provide technological leadership regarding latest trends in the D&A field and how these can be exploited to drive business benefit for SABN.The Preferred Candidate is likely to have:
Relevant B Degree or IT related tertiary qualification
Data management and technology (cloud/on-premise) certifications, e.g. PowerBI/Tableu, Azure/AWS product suites, etc.
A minimum of 7 years experience in enterprise data management design and implementation of data and analytics concepts, methods and techniques preferably in a production business environment.Knowledge and Skills:
Data management governance
Modern data architectures and concepts
Business intelligence tools and technologies
Stakeholder engagementInternal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CVs and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CVs, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.The personal information that is collected and processed for recruitment purposes will not be utilised for any other purpose. You can read more on how we process your personal information in the South African Reserve Bank Privacy Notice. You absolve the SABN for any liability whatsoever, and howsoever arising from the providing of information.SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.Should you not hear from us within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SABN reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Prospective applicants must be willing to undergo a series of assessments and security clearance process as prescribed by the National Key Point Act.

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