Remote Junior Data Analyst Apprentice

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote training program

Mentorship from experienced data pros

Hands-on projects

Stipend for apprenticeship

Flexible remote schedule

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is offering a fully remote Junior Data Analyst Apprenticeship that helps you start a career in data analysis. The program focuses on data collection, cleaning, and visualization while you learn essential tools and concepts.

You will gain hands-on experience with SQL, Python or R, and Tableau, collaborating with a remote team and receiving mentorship to support your growth into data roles.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent.
• Strong aptitude for numbers and analytical thinking.
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel) is essential.
• Eagerness to learn data analysis tools and programming languages like SQL, Python, or R.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, particularly for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively in a remote setup.
• Must be comfortable and equipped for a fully remote working arrangement.
• A keen interest in data science and business intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and preparing datasets for analysis.
• Perform data exploration and identify trends and patterns using statistical methods.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize data insights.
• Support senior analysts in interpreting complex data sets.
• Learn and apply various data analysis tools and software (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau).
• Collaborate effectively with team members in a remote setting.
• Document data analysis processes and findings.
• Assist in creating presentations to communicate data-driven recommendations.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the analysis process.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and contribute to project discussions remotely for our Richards Bay-based company.

Skills

Aptitude for numbers

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Tools

Tableau

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge data analytics firm based in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Remote Junior Data Analyst Apprentices. This apprenticeship is fully remote, offering you the flexibility to work from anywhere while gaining critical skills in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization. You will collaborate with a talented team of data scientists and analysts, contributing to impactful projects that drive business insights. This is an exceptional opportunity for detail-oriented individuals passionate about data to launch their careers in a supportive, remote-first environment, contributing to our **Richards Bay** client's data initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and preparing datasets for analysis.
• Perform data exploration and identify trends and patterns using statistical methods.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize data insights.
• Support senior analysts in interpreting complex data sets.
• Learn and apply various data analysis tools and software (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau).
• Collaborate effectively with team members in a remote setting.
• Document data analysis processes and findings.
• Assist in creating presentations to communicate data-driven recommendations.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the analysis process.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and contribute to project discussions remotely for our **Richards Bay**-based company.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent.
• A strong aptitude for numbers and analytical thinking.
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel) is essential.
• Eagerness to learn data analysis tools and programming languages like SQL, Python, or R.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, particularly for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively in a remote setup.
• Must be comfortable and equipped for a fully remote working arrangement.
• A keen interest in data science and business intelligence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote training program focused on data analytics.
• Mentorship from experienced data professionals.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging data projects.
• Competitive remote apprenticeship stipend.
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard data tools.
• Potential for advancement into Data Analyst or Data Scientist roles.
• Flexible remote work schedule, supporting our **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal** client.