Data Analyst

Momentum; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health solutions provider is seeking a skilled Data Analyst to gather, analyze, and present data insights. The role requires 3-5 years of experience in data analysis, proficiency in SQL and PowerBI, and a solid educational background in IT or related fields. You'll be responsible for creating reports and dashboards that support business decisions and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance data quality standards. This is an opportunity to work with a reputable organization focused on delivering innovative health solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as a data analyst or in a related field.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Gather information from various sources and analyze results.
• Report findings to support operational, tactical, and strategic decisions.
• Design scalable, reliable data solutions for various projects.

Skills

Data analysis skills

SQL proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Data visualization skills

Business acumen

Education

3-year Degree in Information Technology or related fields

National Diploma in IT

Applicable technology certifications

Tools

MS PowerBI PL-300

SQL

PowerBI

SSRS

Job description

Momentum Health, an entity of Momentum Group, delivers sustainable, integrated health solutions that meet the needs of clients in various segments and maximize lifetime client value. We foster a culture of innovation and create value through unique insights on achieving specific outcomes using defined Health capabilities.

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Role Purpose

Gather, analyze, and interpret data from various sources, extract insights in a clear, precise, and actionable manner, and present data in an understandable way for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• 3-year Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Management, Mathematics, or Statistics.
• National Diploma in IT.
• Applicable technology certifications.
• MS PowerBI PL-300 (Advantageous).
• 3-5 years' experience as a data analyst or related field.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., SQL, PowerBI, SSRS).
• Business acumen.
• Data and statistical modeling.
• Financial modeling.
• Database and/or data product design.
• Data mining and warehousing techniques.
• BI applications relevant to the business area.
• Software Development Lifecycle knowledge.
• SQL proficiency.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Data visualization and dashboarding.
• Data analysis skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Gather information from various sources, analyze results, and interpret patterns and trends.
• Report findings in an accessible and accurate manner to support operational, tactical, and strategic decisions.
• Create detailed specifications for data sources, flows, transformations, storage, and reporting.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.
• Promote the use of enterprise and divisional data standards to improve data quality and ensure compliance with data governance.
• Design scalable, reliable, and maintainable data solutions.
• Process live and confidential data according to guidelines.
• Evaluate system changes impacting reporting and business decisions.
• Develop professional reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Test, debug, and reconcile data to ensure integrity.
• Ensure data accuracy and proper attribution to costs.
• Communicate insights effectively, including visual representations.
• Build models to guide business decisions, including financial analysis.
• Perform data analysis to improve understanding of trends and behaviors.
• Proactively suggest opportunities and provide analytical insights beneficial to the business.
• Develop and deliver reports, dashboards, and data extracts.
• Manage ticket volumes and prioritize tasks.
• Maintain effective communication and client relationships.

Competencies

• Examining Information
• Generating Ideas
• Quality Assurance
• Articulating Information
• Providing Insights