Data Migration Specialist

Medi Clinic; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Data Migration Coordinator to oversee the transition of data between operating systems. This role is crucial for ensuring data accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. You will be responsible for data mapping, transformation, and quality assurance, collaborating with various stakeholders to facilitate a smooth migration process. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in data management, particularly in healthcare, and possess excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and SQL. Join a dynamic team committed to continuous improvement and make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in data migration projects is essential.
• Certification in data management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data migration activities and ensure compliance with standards.
• Validate and standardize data, conducting QA checks pre- and post-migration.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data extraction

Data mapping

Data transformation

Data quality assurance

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Certification in data management

Data Management/Stewardship qualification

Tools

SAP

SQL

Job description

Mediclinic Southern Africa Corporate Office| Stellenbosch | South Africa

Closing date: 14/04/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Fiona Simone Anderson
Reference number: 58265
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Fixed Term

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To coordinate and control all activities relating to data migration and reporting between current and new operating systems. This includes data at the facility level as well as the data managed and maintained at corporate level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Data Governance and Compliance

• Ensure data migration aligns with policies & regulatory standards, enforcing data stewardship for accuracy and accountability

Data Mapping and Transformation

• Validate, cleanse, and standardize data
• Define mapping between legacy and new systems
• Transform data to fit new structures

Testing and Validation

• Conduct pre- and post-migration QA checks, ensuring data integrity
• Support User Acceptance Testing for accuracy

Data Quality & Integrity

• Perform data validation, cleansing, quality assurance and standardize to maintain consistency and reliability

Stakeholder Collaboration and Coordination

• Liaise with Data Migration and Business Units to ensure a smooth transition and address concerns.

Continuous Improvement and Post-Go Live Support

• Assist in data optimization and ongoing enhancements for improved management

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

• Certification in data management or a related field or Candidates with 3-5 years of hands-on data migration experience (preferably in a SAP environment) may qualify without a formal qualification if they can demonstrate strong practical expertise

DESIRED EDUCATION

• Data Management/Stewardship qualification

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of proven experience working with data, including hands-on data migration projects

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• SQL, data management and database management experience preferably within healthcare
• Familiarity with SAP is advantageous

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• SAP data or project experience (SAP migration Cockpit)
• Understanding of the Private Healthcare industry
• Data extraction, mapping and transformation skills (SQL)
• Knowledge of data quality and validation techniques
• Knowledge of Data Governance concepts and requirements
• Good interpersonal & collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and quality assurance

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.