People Analytics Specialist

Biovac; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sterile vaccine manufacturer in South Africa is seeking a People Analytics Specialist to join their team. The role requires expertise in HR analytics and business intelligence, along with advanced Excel skills. You will design dashboards, optimise reporting processes, and act as a strategic advisor to HR leaders. This position offers an opportunity to influence workforce planning and ensure compliance with data governance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR analytics, business intelligence, or a related data-driven role.
• Proven experience operating at a strategic level within a complex organisational environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, advanced formulas, macros/VBA).
• Strong understanding of HR processes, metrics, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain advanced Excel-based dashboards and models.
• Automate and optimise recurring reports for key HR metrics.
• Lead the delivery of analytics projects supporting workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

HR analytics

Business intelligence

Microsoft Excel

Predictive and diagnostic analytics

Data governance compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, HR, Industrial Psychology, Business Intelligence, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Workday

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Overview

BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to "protect life". We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous People Analytics Specialist to join a goal-oriented team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, HR, Industrial Psychology, Business Intelligence, or related field

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR analytics, business intelligence, or a related data-driven role.
• Proven experience operating at a strategic level within a complex organisational environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, advanced formulas, macros/VBA).
• Strong understanding of HR processes, metrics, and systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Core Technical Delivery:

• Design, build, and maintain advanced Excel-based dashboards and models using pivot tables, Power Query, complex formulas, and VBA/macros.
• Development & Completion of all Monthly, Quarterly, Annual Reporting and data tracking
• Monthly payroll BVAs
• Automate and optimise recurring reports to ensure accuracy, scalability, and timely delivery of key HR metrics.
• Analyse workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the employee lifecycle.
• Integrate Excel-based analytics with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and HRIS platforms.
• Lead the development of predictive and diagnostic analytics to support strategic HR initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and usability across all analytics outputs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to continuously improve data architecture and reporting capabilities.

Business Management:

• Own the people analytics strategy and ensure alignment with organisational and HR priorities.
• Act as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders, translating workforce data into actionable insights.
• Lead the delivery of analytics projects that support workforce planning, talent optimisation, and organisational design.
• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Influence cross-functional teams to embed analytics into core HR and business processes.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of analytics interventions and recommend improvements.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of learning programmes, using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements related to training and development.
• Influence organisational culture by embedding learning into performance, leadership, and career development processes.
• Skills Audits

Application Details

Application Deadline: 20 November 2025

If you do not receive a response from us within three weeks after closing date please understand that your application was not successful.

Disclaimer

Dear Applicant, we appreciate your interest in joining our organization. It is imperative for us that you understand how we handle your information. We are committed to ensuring the security and confidentiality of the information you provide. Your personal details will be collected for the sole purpose of the application process and will be used strictly for that purpose. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and protection of your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy. If you have any inquiries or concerns, our Human Capital department is available to provide clarification. We look forward to reviewing your application.

For detailed information on data handling, please review our privacy notice:

https://www.biovac.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/published_Biovac-Privacy-Notice-20220617-2306-en.pdf