Learner: Business Analyst & Data Manager

Origin Financial Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Financial Group in Cape Town seeks a Learner: Business Analyst & Data Manager to gain hands-on experience in BI, data analytics, and IT. The role emphasizes database administration, data governance, and workflow automation while handling confidential information with integrity.

You will learn SQL fundamentals, data mapping, dashboard development, and reporting under mentorship from the CTIO, contributing to digital improvement projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric completed.
• School-level Computer Science / Information Technology (Advantageous).
• High school Mathematics, Accounting, or Business Studies (Advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Assist with database administration and routine system maintenance.
• Perform data cleansing, validation, de-duplication, and quality audits.
• Maintain data across CRM systems, Zoho applications, and databases.
• Gather operational data and map business processes and workflows.
• Update and maintain dashboards, reports, and business intelligence tools.
• Analyse data to identify trends, gaps, risks, and improvements.
• Support data governance, user permissions, and system compliance.
• Produce scheduled and ad hoc reports for management; learn SQL, workflow automation, and low-code tools under guidance.
• Liaise with internal departments while maintaining confidentiality and POPIA compliance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

SQL fundamentals

Workflow automation

Zoho platform familiarity

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

School-level Computer Science / IT

Maths / Accounting (Advantageous)

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Learner: Business Analyst & Data Manager

Cape Town, South Africa

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Learner: Business Analyst & Data Manager within the IT Department. This is an office-based role based in George or Cape Town, with a strong focus on computer-based work.

If you have a passion for technology, data, business processes, and problem-solving, this role offers practical exposure to database administration, business intelligence, workflow automation, analytics, and data governance. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and develop your career in Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, and Information Technology.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Assist with database administration and routinesystem maintenance.
• Perform data cleansing, validation,de-duplication, and quality audits.
• Maintain accurate data across CRM systems, Zohoapplications, and operational databases
• Gather operational data and assist with mappingbusiness processes and workflows.
• Update and maintain dashboards, reports, andbusiness intelligence tools.
• Analyse data to identify trends, gaps, risks,and improvement opportunities.
• Support data governance, user permissions, andsystem compliance.
• Produce scheduled and ad hoc reports formanagement. Learn SQL, workflow automation, and low-codetechnologies under the guidance of the CTIO.
• Liaise with internal departments whilemaintaining confidentiality and POPIA compliance.

Requirements

MinimumQualifications/Certifications:

• Grade 12 / Matric (Pre-tertiary level)
• School-level Computer Science / InformationTechnology (Highly Advantageous).
• High school Mathematics, Accounting, or BusinessStudies (Advantageous)

MinimumExperience:

• Entry-level learner position (no prior workexperience required).
• Basic computer literacy.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and/or GoogleSheets.
• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to newsystems, tools, and technologies in a fast-paced digital environment.

Knowledge& Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Interest in technology, business systems, dataanalytics, and process improvement.
• Willingness to learn SQL, business intelligence,workflow automation, and low-code platforms such as Zoho.
• Ability to handle confidential information withprofessionalism and integrity.

Why Join Us

This learner opportunity provides practical exposure to Business Analysis, Database Administration, Business Intelligence and Reporting, Dashboard Development, Data Governance, SQL Fundamentals, Workflow Mapping, Process Improvement, Zoho Platform Administration, and Commercial Data Analytics. Working directly with the CTIO, you'll receive mentorship while building valuable technical and business skills for a career in Information Technology and Business Intelligence.