111 Data Management Practices jobs in South Africa

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At SUSE, we are committed to leveraging data to drive business growth and innovation. We are looking for a Data Quality Expert to lead the development and execution of our enterprise data quality framework, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across the organization. In this strategic role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, data owners, and executive stakeholders to embed data quality best practices, governance, and monitoring into SUSE’s data ecosystem. This position is ideal for a data leader who excels in building scalable data quality processes, shaping enterprise-wide standards, and driving business impact through high-quality data. The role sits within the Enterprise Data Management Team, reporting into the Head of Data Strategy, Governance and Analytics who is Dublin based. Positions can be hybrid or remote.

• Define and implement a scalable, company-wide data quality framework, aligning with data governance and business priorities.
• Establish KPIs and measurement standards to track data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across critical data assets.
• Work closely with data owners, stewards, engineering teams, and business leaders to embed data quality processes in enterprise data management practices.
• Partner with IT and analytics teams to integrate data quality validation checks, anomaly detection, and remediation workflows in BI and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Salesforce Analytics).
• Lead efforts to increase data quality literacy, ensuring stakeholders understand the business impact of poor data quality and their role in maintaining high standards.
• Conduct hands-on data analysis, profiling, and validation to assess and improve data quality when needed.
• Align data quality initiatives with regulatory requirements, internal compliance policies, and industry best practices.
• Identify patterns in data issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurring data quality problems.
• Evaluate and recommend data quality tools, working with IT teams to integrate automation and AI-driven data quality solutions.
• Deliver clear insights on data quality health through dashboards, reports, and executive briefings.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business analysis, with a focus on data-driven environments.
• Proven experience in data quality management, data governance, or data strategy roles in enterprise environments.
• Experience in designing and developing BI solutions, including data modelling, reports, and dashboards using Power BI or other reporting platforms.
• Strong knowledge of data quality frameworks, methodologies, and best practices (e.g., data profiling, DQ dimensions, root cause analysis).
• Experience implementing data quality tools and technologies (e.g., data catalog solutions, data observability platforms, SQL-based data validation).
• Proficient in SQL with experience querying and manipulating data within a data warehouse environment to identify, analyze, and resolve data quality issues independently.
• Familiarity with data governance models and experience working within governance programs.
• Solid understanding of data management principles, metadata management, and data lineage tracking.
• Ability to work at both a strategic and operational level, balancing high-level planning with hands-on execution.
• Strong ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives, business leaders, and technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data issues and drive strategic resolutions.
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, technology, SaaS) is a plus.

• A meticulous approach to data accuracy, completeness, and governance.
• Skilled at working cross-functionally, breaking down silos, and securing buy-in from senior leaders.
• Always seeking opportunities to improve data processes and quality rather than just identifying issues.
• Comfortable driving cultural change and educating teams on data quality best practices.
• Ability to translate technical data quality concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.

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Description

We have an exciting position available as a Data Quality Officer to be based at Northwest, Bojanala Platinum.

Description

We have an exciting position available as a Data Quality Officer to be based at Northwest, Bojanala Platinum.

To provide technical assistance and direct support to the DoH data systems to ensure adherence to high data quality standards at all levels of the District Health System. This position will support the DoH to specifically review and verify data recorded across the various sources to enable quality reporting for improved programme planning. The candidate will capacitate DoH and RtC-ANGLO personnel in data quality to strengthen the data management systems and processes of the department. The role is to coordinate all data related reporting activities in the district to and conduct facility assessments as guided by RtC–ANGLO to identify support needs as required to ensure data is of good quality.

Requirements

Required Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or qualification in data management related field OR post-graduate qualification in data analytics and monitoring and evaluation
• Background in research and/or other data related field
• Capacity building and experience conducting monitoring and evaluation experience for various stakeholders
• Three years’ experience in data quality assurance
• Post-matric diploma in computer literacy including MS Excel, OR equivalent experience would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, STI and TB Program
• Proficiency in English
• Driver’s license
  
  

• 3 years’ experience in managing HIV/AIDS, STI and TB-related data, including data verification, quality assurance and reporting
• 3 years’ experience in working with DoH data management/M&E systems (including Tier.Net, DHIS, HPRS, Epi-Collect, CommCare and Advanced Excel)
• 3 years’ experience in managing staff is an advantage
• 3 years’ experience in training / facilitation is an advantage
• M&E training would be an added advantage Attention to detail; aptitude for, and interest in, numbers; good interpersonal skills; logical thinking; innovative; analytical thinking; ability to work independently and in a team
  
  

• Data quality Assurance and Technical Assistance
• Reporting
• Stakeholder engagement
• Staff development
• Self-management
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Quality Assurance
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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Duration: Immediate until 28th of February 2025

Reporting to: M&E Officer

Centre for Community Impact (CCI) is a non-profit South African organisation based in Pretoria. We aim to be a centre of excellence in strategic health and development communication programs that are centred around meaningful Community Engagement.

Responsible for routine data capturing, data collection, collation, and validation including data quality audits and verifications.

• Data capturing using agreed-upon systems and tools.
• Monitoring and reviewing data that is collected and captured by interventionists and data capturers and checking for completion and accuracy.
• Have one session with each person who completes forms wrongly and mentors them, complete mentorship forms for records.
• Address the root cause of data inconsistencies and recommend improvements, and how to resolve the inconsistencies working hand in hand with the M&E Manager.
• Undertake internal Routine Data Quality Assessments (RDQA) in safe spaces and ensure that findings are shared with the M&E Officer.
• Coordinate and support on-site data verification (OSDV) visits.
• Ensure timely submission of data as per standard operating procedures.
• Provide ongoing capacity building to data capturers and staff members on M&E and data.
• Support M&E officer in monitoring and reporting of different indicator data.
• Assist in designing and providing training on M&E.
• Maintain records of program and project data, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the M&E Officer and M&E Manager.

• Bachelor & Post Graduate Degree in Development or Gender Studies.
• Experience in working on Human Rights/Sexual Reproductive Health/TB and HIV/AIDS in the NGO or government sector.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge and exposure to a range of human rights issues including barriers to accessing legal and health services in Global Fund-supported districts.
• Assist the data team during monitoring and verification visits.
• Coordinate and facilitate the distribution of dignity packs to AGYW in need.
• Attend to program meetings as required.
• Assist in other related responsibilities as assigned by the line manager.
• Certificate in Social Auxiliary Work.
• At least 1-3 years’ experience in facilitating group work and working with communities.
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession (SACSSP).
• Experience working with Youth.

• Interested candidates should submit an updated CV to CCI Human Resources at
• Please use the job title “Data Quality Officer – Bojanala” as the subject line for your application.
• The closing date for applications is the 10th of August 2024.
• Late applications will NOT be accepted or considered.

The client welcomes job applications from passionate and hard-working team players who want to be part of our ever growing family. We value our employees and provide them with the means to grow within the company, opening many doors in the process. If this is an offer that excites you, send in your application and you could be the newest addition to our family.
Our successful Data Quality Analyst…
? promote and enforce effective data and information management practices across the Group.
? support the Data Governance Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining the Group’s Data Governance Program.
? contribute to the design, enhancement, and enforcement of data policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistent and high-quality data management.
? demonstrate a thorough understanding of SOP alignment, compliance requirements, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation principles.
? perform data profiling, validation, and quality assessments to identify inconsistencies, gaps, and inaccuracies across systems and datasets.
? monitor, report, and track data quality metrics to ensure ongoing adherence to governance standards and to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
? support root-cause analysis and issue resolution, collaborating with IT and business teams to implement corrective and preventative actions for data quality issues.
? stay up to date with technological advancements and industry best practices in data quality and data management.
? collaborate with key stakeholders across the business to support education, awareness, and adoption of data governance principles.
? work independently or within a team environment to deliver high-quality, accurate, and consistent results.

If you have these qualifications, join our team: Grade 12 (NQF 4); Bachelor’s Degree or similar relevant qualifications; Verbal and written English Skills and Numeracy skills (NQF 4); Computer literacy (NQF 4); at least 5 years in a gaming or data role; experience and broad knowledge of gaming operations and processes. Sound knowledge of gaming systems and understanding of all gaming business processes, including casino admin and cash desk. Experience in a Casino environment would be advantageous.

Our client a leader in the gaming industry is seeking an experienced Data Quality Analyst to join their team based in Johannesburg.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s Degree or similar relevant qualifications
• Verbal and written English Skills
• Numeracy skills (NQF 4)
• Computer literacy (NQF 4)
• 5 years in a gaming or data role
• Experience and broad knowledge of gaming operations and processes
• Sound knowledge of gaming systems and understanding of all gaming business processes, including casino admin and cash desk
• Experience in a Casino environment would be advantageous.

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS  

• Promote and enforce effective data and information management practices across the Group.
• Support the Data Governance Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining the Group’s Data Governance Program.
• Contribute to the design, enhancement, and enforcement of data policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistent and high-quality data management.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of SOP alignment, compliance requirements, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation principles.
• Perform data profiling, validation, and quality assessments to identify inconsistencies, gaps, and inaccuracies across systems and datasets.
• Monitor, report, and track data quality metrics to ensure ongoing adherence to governance standards and to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support root-cause analysis and issue resolution, collaborating with IT and business teams to implement corrective and preventative actions for data quality issues.
• Stay up to date with technological advancements and industry best practices in data quality and data management.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the business to support education, awareness, and adoption of data governance principles.
• Work independently or within a team environment to deliver high-quality, accurate, and consistent results.