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We invite you to be part of the special team that contributes to the collection of revenue, protect the economy and people of South Africa. We believe that your skills, commitment, and dedication will add value and make a difference to the organisation and country. Integrity is key to the organisation.\nJob Purpose\nTo transform raw data into actionable insights that support evidence-based decision-making. This involves managing data quality, conducting advanced analyses, identifying trends and risks, developing reports and visualisations, and providing expert analytical advice that helps the organisation improve performance, compliance, and strategic outcomes.\nEducation and Experience\nMinimum Qualification & Experience Required\nRelevant Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Data Science / Statistics / Mathematics / Computer Science / Economics with 8 - 10 years' experience in a data analytics or analysis environment, of which 3 - 4 years at a junior specialist level.\nAlternative #\nSenior Certificate (NQF 4) with 15 years of experience in a Data Analytics or Analysis environment, of which 3 - 4 years at a junior specialist level.\nMinimum Functional Requirements\nExperience in Data Engineering / Business Data Intelligence / Data Science. Advanced (applied theory) technical expertise regarding data processes, data cleaning, analysis, reporting, data models,and database design and testing Knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (SQL or equivalent, etc), databases (SQL etc), programming (SQL, R,Python, etc.).\nAdvanced (applied theory) knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analysing datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS, R etc.).\nAdvanced (applied theory) Data warehouse knowledge.\nBe advance in the application of:\nBasic Data Migration\nBasic Data Visualization\nBusiness Intelligence Methodologies\nDatabase Knowledge\nAdvanced (applied theory) Programming Skills i.e. SQL, and/or Python, R, etc.\nMicrosoft skills (Advance in) i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.\nJob Outputs:\nProcess\nConstantly monitor the integrity and quality of data and processes to identify deficiencies and facilitate improvement.\nContribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.\nDevelop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation. \nDraw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge and experience to identify and recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices. \nIntegrate business information, compare, analyse and produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision making purposes.\nNote potential problems and obstacles, accumulate supporting data and initiate actions to prevent or overcome predicted problems as may be identified.\nOptimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes and systems across an internal value chain.\nPlan for value-added, continuous practice and system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.\nProactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives, best practice implementation solutions.\nResearch and support workable recommendations/solutions that meet business needs through information analysis.\nReview the effectiveness of related approaches and methodologies by conducting research, and best practice benchmarking initiatives.\nTranslate top-down policy in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders. \nUndertake information gathering, research and analyse data within broad guidelines to produce accurate plans and / or recommendations for business issues\nGovernance\nDevelop and /or align governance and compliance policies for own practice areas to identify and manage risk exposure liability. \nPeople\nIntegrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. \nProvide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise. \nFinance\nImplement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.\nClient\nDevelop and ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional stakeholder service. \nParticipate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management. \nProvide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders. \nBehavioural Competencies\nAccountability\nAnalytical thinking\nAttention to details\nCommitment to Continuous Learning\nConceptual Thinking\nExpertise in Context\nFairness and Transparency\nHonesty & Integrity\nOrganisational Awareness\nProblem Solving and Analysis\nRespect\nTrust\nTechnical Competencies\nBusiness Knowledge\nData Analytics\nData Integrity\nData Governance\nData Collection and Analysis\nEfficiency improvement\nFunctional Policies & Procedures\nInformation Management \nKnowledge Management\nPolicy development\nReporting\nStatistics & Mathematical Analysis\nSystem Thinking \nCompliance Competency\nGOC Secret\nEmployment Equity\nThe Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and/or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. 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