Junior Data Specialist

Signa Opportunity; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data services provider is seeking a Junior Data Specialist in Cape Town under the YES4Youth Programme. This role focuses on developing skills in data engineering, analytics, and reporting with mentorship. Ideal for South African youth aged 18-34 with relevant educational backgrounds. The position offers exposure to tools like SQL and Python, with no formal work experience required.

Qualifications

• Must be a South African unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• No previous participation in YES Programme.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and maintaining datasets for reporting.
• Learn to apply data transformation and automation.
• Help generate and review standard reports.
• Contribute to data checks and process documentation.
• Participate in projects for improving reporting accuracy.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Familiarity with Excel

SQL knowledge

Basic Python knowledge

Education

Bachelors degree or diploma in Data Science, Computer Science, IT, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Business Analytics

Matric

Tools

Excel / VBA

SQL

Python

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a driven and curious individual to join our data team as a Junior Data Specialist under the YES4Youth Programme. This is a development-focused opportunity for someone with a passion for numbers, technology, and solving real-world problems using data and systems.

The role is ideal for someone eager to build a foundation in data engineering, analytics, and automation within a professional environment.

You will be exposed to a variety of data-related activities, including reporting, data quality reviews, and light analytics, with mentorship and training throughout your time with us. You’ll work with data tools such as Excel / VBA, SQL, and Python, and gain hands-on experience in how data is used to support decision-making in the investment industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of datasets used in internal and client reporting.
• Learn and apply basic data transformation and automation using SQL, VBA, and Python.
• Support regular reporting cycles by helping to generate and review standard reports.
• Contribute to data checks and process documentation under supervision.
• Participate in projects aimed at improving reporting accuracy, speed, and usability.

Requirements

• South African unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have previously participated in the YES Programme.
• Matric
• A completed Bachelors degree or diploma in one of the following fields:
  • Data Science
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Statistics / Mathematics
  • Economics / Business Analytics
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• No formal work experience required, but familiarity or academic exposure to the following would be advantageous:
  • Microsoft Excel (including formulas / macros)
  • SQL or any form of database interaction
  • Python (especially for automation)

Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.