Apprentice Data Analyst

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Stipend with growth

Real-world data challenges

Potential full-time role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking curious and detail-oriented individuals to train as Apprentice Data Analysts in Kimberley. You will learn to collect, clean, and interpret complex datasets to drive business decisions.

You will work with experienced data professionals using Excel, SQL, and Python basics to uncover trends and create visual reports. This apprenticeship offers mentorship and a stipend with potential for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with strong math and logic aptitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Basic understanding of statistics is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong desire to learn data analysis techniques and tools.
• Good communication skills to explain findings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and cleaning data from various sources.
• Learn to use data analysis tools and software (Excel, SQL, Python basics).
• Identify patterns, trends, and anomalies within datasets.
• Contribute to reports and dashboards to visualize findings.
• Support senior analysts in ad-hoc data requests and research projects.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout analysis.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Grade 12 / high school diploma

Tools

Excel

SQL (basics)

Python basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking curious and detail-oriented individuals to train as Apprentice Data Analysts in Kimberley . This program offers a unique opportunity to learn how to collect, process, and interpret complex datasets to drive informed business decisions. You will work with experienced data professionals, utilizing powerful tools and techniques to uncover trends, generate insights, and create visual reports. This apprenticeship is ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills and a passion for technology, providing a solid foundation for a career in the rapidly growing field of data science and analytics in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and cleaning data from various sources.
• Learn to use data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python basics).
• Help identify patterns, trends, and anomalies within datasets.
• Contribute to the development of reports and dashboards to visualize findings.
• Support senior analysts in ad-hoc data requests and research projects.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the analysis process.

Requirements

• A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent, with a strong aptitude for mathematics and logic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong desire to learn data analysis techniques and tools.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain findings clearly.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training in data analysis methodologies.
• Mentorship from experienced data professionals.
• Competitive apprentice stipend with opportunities for salary growth.
• Exposure to real-world data challenges and business applications.
• Potential for full-time employment as a Junior Data Analyst upon successful completion.