70 Data Steward jobs in South Africa

Job Description

To implement the tactical plans and business processes required to create, maintain, and enhance data, be responsible for the daily management of a critical data asset within area of responsibility and provide guidance to an allocated data set and actively manage data in order to meet compliance requirements, align data to business priorities, continuously improve data quality, reduce cost of data management, and to increase confidence in data and information integrity.

• Provide input into the definition of data processes and standards.
• Comply with data policies, standards, tools and best practices within the data domain of responsibility.
• Apply domain-level data architecture and data management best practices to area of responsibility.
• Evaluate existing information management landscape and produce report for areas of improvement under supervision and guidance.
• Attend relevant information management working groups and implement requirements accordingly.
• Assist with compliance with internal policy, regulatory requirements and data practice standards.
• Interacts and builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Document business term definitions.
• Create and maintain reference data and master data definitions.
• Ensure reference and master data management processes address uniformity, accuracy, accountability across entities.
• Maintain metadata, data quality rules, Enterprise Data Model (EDM), reference data, records register, where applicable.
• Publish relevant meta data to appropriate users in an organization, and monitor the published data sources for usage, relevance and quality feedback.
• Create and manage business metadata for published data sources to ensure that it is easily discoverable, and meaningful to information workers.
• Respond to data queries e.g. data quality issues as defined by the data quality issue resolution process.
• Co-ordinate data quality issue resolution.
• Perform root cause analysis to resolve data quality issues and implement solutions accordingly.
• Assess the access request and action according to access standards and information owner approvals.
• Monitor user access and usage of the data sets owned or accountable for.
• Define and obtain sign off on measurement for information management disciplines for area of responsibility.
• Provide input into information management metrics.
• Provide input into accurate and reliable reporting together with analyzing trends and data used to improve business decisions.
• Provide input into accurate and reliable reporting in line with business, compliance and governance requirements.
• Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• Define information management requirements (e.g. data cleansing and data quality, etc.) and drive the implementation of the requirements within area of responsibility).
• Participate in data related projects and provide required domain level expertise.
• Align data activities to targeted projects for remediation and drive activities accordingly.
• Participate in activities of the Segment implementation roadmap for the information management function.
• Participate in the maturity roadmap for relevant Business Unit aligned to implementation roadmap and provide inputs for roadmap assessment.
• Deliver initiatives that improve the level of information management maturity.
• Apply understanding of data management and business processes and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to solve business problems.
• Serve as a change agent for information management.
• Present information management trends to management and relevant committees for area of responsibility, using internal and external research, including best practice and industry standards.
• Consult in matters of data workflows, master data security, and access rights for area of responsibility.
• Promote best practices and make recommendations to business users that will create efficiencies and ensure data integrity for area of responsibility.
• Provide training or awareness to the business and data community on data management disciplines for area of responsibility.
• Identify possible solutions to support business requirements and partners with stakeholders to develop an optimum solution.

Qualification and Experience

• A relevant BCom or BSc qualification.
• 3-4 years in a similar role
• Knowledge working with SQL, PowerBI , SAS, SharePoint

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

16/09/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Description
Hello Future Data Steward

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

To implement the tactical plans and business processes required to create, maintain, and enhance data, be responsible for the daily management of a critical data asset within area of responsibility and provide guidance to an allocated data set and actively manage data in order to meet compliance requirements, align data to business priorities, continuously improve data quality, reduce cost of data management, and to increase confidence in data and information integrity.

Are You Someone Who Can

• Comply with data policies, standards, tools and best practices within the data domain of responsibility.
• Apply domain-level data architecture and data management best practices to area of responsibility.
• Assist with compliance with internal policy, regulatory requirements and data practice standards.
• Interacts and builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Document business term definitions.
• Maintain metadata, data quality rules, Enterprise Data Model (EDM), reference data, records register, where applicable.
• Respond to data queries e.g. data quality issues as defined by the data quality issue resolution process.
• Perform root cause analysis to resolve data quality issues and implement solutions accordingly.
• Provide input into information management metrics.
• Provide input into accurate and reliable reporting together with analyzing trends and data used to improve business decisions.
• Provide input into accurate and reliable reporting in line with business, compliance and governance requirements.
• Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.
• Define information management requirements (e.g. data cleansing and data quality, etc.) and drive the implementation of the requirements within area of responsibility).
• Participate in data related projects and provide required domain level expertise.
• Align data activities to targeted projects for remediation and drive activities accordingly.
• Participate in activities of the Segment implementation roadmap for the information management function.
• Participate in the maturity roadmap for relevant Business Unit aligned to implementation roadmap and provide inputs for roadmap assessment.
• Consult in matters of data workflows, master data security, and access rights for area of responsibility.
• Promote best practices and make recommendations to business users that will create efficiencies and ensure data integrity for area of responsibility.
• Identify possible solutions to support business requirements and partners with stakeholders to develop an optimum solution.

You Will Be An Ideal Candidate If You Have

• Minimum Qualification: Minimum Qualification Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field
• Experience: 3years of experience in data management, data analysis or data governance preferred.
• PowerBi
• Python
• SQL query
• Power query

You Will Have Access To

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging work environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.

We Can Be a Match If You Are

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough.
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now

*Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. *
10/09/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to act as a data steward and provide support to the information management function in the management and oversight of data and information assets in order to provide business with high quality and consistently accessible data and information.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Prepare and provide accurate and reliable data and information in support of strategic decisions across corporate services and built environment domains.
• Acquire new data sources in order to enable effective departmental decision making for CSD's projects or operations, including those related to facilities, engineering, and the built environment.
• Create and maintain consistent meta data in a manner that allows for clear and unambiguous data definition and meets legislative, quality and security requirements.
• Create and maintain business metadata for published data sources to ensure that it is easily discoverable and meaningful to information consumers.
• Prepare relevant data for appropriate consumers in the SARB Group and relevant stakeholders and monitor the published data sources for usage/relevance/quality feedback.
• Ensure that the assigned data element is current and does not conflict with other data elements in the metadata registry and ensure consistency in data usage across various systems.
• Proactively identify and resolve data integrity and quality issues.
• Stay current with developments in all functional areas relevant to information management and ensure appropriate application thereof.
• Propose and implement the refinement and continuous improvement of systems, tools, methods and processes in own area.
• Collaborate with technical support staff and analysts to ensure data readiness for dashboards, reports, and operational insights.
• Support data onboarding and training for departmental users engaging with the digital twin or smart building interfaces.

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to act as a data steward and provide support to the information management function in the management and oversight of data and information assets in order to provide business with high quality and consistently accessible data and information.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Prepare and provide accurate and reliable data and information in support of strategic decisions.
• Acquire new data sources in order to enable effective departmental decision making.
• Create and maintain consistent meta data in a manner that allows for clear and unambiguous data definition and meets legislative, quality and security requirements.
• Create and maintain business metadata for published data sources to ensure that it is easily discoverable and meaningful to information consumers.
• Prepare relevant data for appropriate consumers in the SARB Group and relevant stakeholders and monitor the published data sources for usage/relevance/quality feedback.
• Ensure that the assigned data element is current and does not conflict with other data elements in the metadata registry and ensure consistency in data usage across various systems.
• Proactively identify and resolve data integrity and quality issues.
• Stay current with developments in all functional areas relevant to information management and ensure appropriate application thereof.
• Propose and implement the refinement and continuous improvement of systems, tools, methods and processes in own area.

Contract

5 to 15 years

Negotiable

04 September 2025

? Data Steward | PBT Group

Are you passionate about data and driven by analytical thinking? PBT Group is looking for a Data Steward to champion data governance and quality across the enterprise.

In this role, you'll collaborate with stakeholders to define standards, resolve data issues, and ensure compliance—while using your critical thinking skills to drive meaningful insights and improvements.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and enforce data standards and processes.
• Act as a proxy for business data owners.
• Resolve data issues and guide strategic decisions.
• Monitor data quality and optimize workflows.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data security.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in data management, governance, and architecture.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and data life cycles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Banking experience and ETL knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• DAMA-DMBOK certification is advantageous.

Why PBT Group? Join a team that turns data into impact. At PBT, your insights will shape decisions and drive innovation.

and be part of our data-driven journey

• In order to comply with the POPI Act, for future career opportunities, we require your permission to maintain your personal details on our database. By completing and returning this form you give PBT your consent

"If you have not heard from us in two weeks, please note that you were unsuccessful for the role. However, we will keep your resume on file and reach out if any other suitable opportunity arises in the future".

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Financial ServicesInsuranceInvestments

Introduction

The position of Business Data Steward is vacant. The Business Data Steward will report directly to the Senior Manager: Data Analytics and forms part of the Research and Development Division. The position is based at Head Office in Pretoria.

The total remuneration package will be between R909,457 and R1,136,890 per annum, based on skills and experience.

The closing date for applications will be Tuesday, 16 September 2025.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Business Data Steward will be required to perform the following functions within the Research and Development Division under the supervision of the Senior Manager: Data Analytics through the implementation of the following:

• Partner with business data owners to drive adoption of data governance best practices and embed a culture of data centricity across day-to-day processes
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the Scheme's data in line with the Data Management and Analytics Strategy
• Identify, document and implement data requirements and specifications; collaborate with ICT on implementation
• Develop and implement procedures for effective data management, including data quality, metadata, reference and master data
• Establish and manage processes for data issues and queries management in line with data quality standards and guidelines
• Ensure data security and compliance with applicable policies, POPIA and regulations; manage data requests in line with data sharing SOPs
• Conduct regular data profiling, audits and lineage assessments to identify quality gaps; monitor Data Quality KPIs (completeness, uniqueness, timeliness, validity) and drive remediation with owners
• Develop monitoring reports and dashboards to track the implementation and effectiveness of data management recommendations
• Develop and maintain technical guidelines, SOPs and documentation for data governance, analytics and utilisation
• Consult with technical, operational and coding stakeholders to enhance data availability, quality, usage tools and methodologies
• Provide training, support and guidance to business data owners and relevant staff on data governance policies, procedures and best practice
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with multidisciplinary teams including business data owners and ICT; facilitate operational SLAs with internal and
• external stakeholders
• Participate in data management forums and committees to drive continuous data governance efficacy
• Manage data governance processes for internal and external research projects to ensure compliance with policies and regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Degree - Business Analysis, Data Management, Economics, Accounting, Operations, Administration, Information Systems or Engineering
• Preferred Qualification: Business Analysis or Data Management certification, or an Honours degree in the above fields
• At least 5 years' experience in business analysis, data management or analytics in the financial services industry
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience as a Data Management Analyst, Governance Analyst, Data Steward or similar role
• At least 2 years' experience in the Medical Scheme industry will be an added advantage Experience with SQL, Power BI and QlikView or Tableau will be an added advantage
• Proficiency with data profiling, data lineage and metadata management tools.

Skills

• Have excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Have a diligent work ethic with attention to detail
• Self-motivated and pro-active
• Have strong negotiation skills
• Ability give advice and engage with various stakeholders
• Understanding health policy

Behavioural Competencies

• Integrity and ethics: Safeguards sensitive data and complies with POPIA and governance standards.
• Member/business value: Recommends data solutions that improve quality and decision-making.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with business data owners, ICT, and R&D teams.
• Clear communication: Explains data governance simply and documents decisions clearly.
• Ownership: Drives initiatives end-to-end and escalates risks proactively.
• Results focused: Prioritizes high-impact fixes and tracks Data Quality KPIs.
• Adaptable and resilient: Manages changing priorities and persists to resolve issues.
• Continuous learning: Applies evolving best practices, tools, and SOPs.
• Evidence-based decisions: Uses data profiling, lineage, and audits to guide appropriate actions.
• Stakeholder influence: Builds consensus and secures commitment to standards and SLAs.
• Inclusive mindset: Respects diverse needs and supports reasonable accommodation.
• Planning and time management: Manages multiple initiatives and meets deadlines.
• Problem solving: Identifies root causes and implements sustainable fixes.
• Innovation: Improves methods, tooling, and dashboards to enhance adoption.
• Coaching: Trains and supports data owners to embed data-centric practices. Persistence in solving complex data problems

Desirable

• Understanding of the medical schemes industry

Package & Remuneration

Between R909,457 and R1,136,890 dependent on skills and experience - Annual Cost to Company

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Enterprise Investment Data Integrity Specialist to join our client's team in Cape Town. This is a shared role between the Investment Management and Enterprise Risk Management teams, providing vital support in investment data quality, risk analytics and financial risk management processes.

You will play an instrumental role in maintaining a trusted, best-in-class investment dataset to support asset allocation, portfolio management and reporting. The role will also involve close collaboration with teams in the US and Bermuda, with the potential to lead a small team locally in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and communicate key drivers of risk and performance.
• Oversee stress results and provide insights into asset portfolio risk.
• Develop and maintain risk and analytics tools.
• Conduct investment data validation, verification and improvement.
• Identify and resolve data quality issues while implementing preventative solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across investment data and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and ensure best practices.
• Provide training and support on data integrity practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Risk management or relevant experience within asset management, (re)insurance, banking or similar industries.
• Strong understanding of Fixed Income products.
• Proven experience in data management and data quality within the financial sector.
• Strong technical, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently across global teams.
• Advanced MS Excel skills; MS SQL knowledge an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong financial data expertise to make a real impact in a global investment and risk management environment.

Interested candidates are invited to apply. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Description

To gather data, store and maintain data, ensure its integrity and quality, and processing it into structured presentation as information

Manage costs / expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies.

Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers' expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate solutions.

Cultivate and manage objective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, SME's, project managers and senior staff members.

Accurate and timely delivery of all Financial and Non-Financial MIS for the business to ensure better decision-making.

Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements.

Ensure accurate and timely delivery of all Revenue Analysis for the business.

Accurate and timely delivery of source files to Business Intelligence Unit to ensure business have relevant information to maximise business opportunities.

Improve business decisions by providing accurate and reliable business intelligence (information) together with analyzing trends and data (monthly) for business.

Manage own development to increase own competencies.

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

24/09/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care.

Purpose of the position:

To provide oversight and technical support to THC data capturers through facility level supervision and support visits (e.g. visit a facility once every two months), capacity building and data quality assurance (e.g. apply data verification tool every second visit to a facility and leave facility with an action plan). To support the flow of facility level data for accurate and timeous weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reporting.

• NQF level 6 or equivalent qualification in data management or statistics, health, public health, social sciences, information technology, or related field will be an advantage
• At least 3 years' experience in data quality management, verification, conducting routine data quality assessments (RDQA) or data quality audits
• Experience in working on donor-funded projects is desirable
• Good understanding and experience in using one of the following NDoH information management systems (District Health Information System (DHIS), TIER.Net, Electronic Drug Resistance Register (EDRWEB), and/ Patient Record and Health Management Information System (PREHIMS) or Primary Health Care Information System (PHCIS), will be an added advantage
• Valid driver's licence and be willing to travel
• Clear criminal record

• Provide guidance to facility and community staff, relating to the effective ways to implement and adhere to the six key stages of data management
• Work with the M&E officers to develop and implement data quality assessment tools
• Conduct regular data verification visits, including detailed checking of reported data against source documents
• Ensure that data management systems and procedures are in place, implemented and adhered to
• Oversee TB project data management reports, as well as participate in data review meetings
• Conduct routine data quality assessments (RDQA) / data quality audits
• Write professional reports and provide feedback on data quality issues detected.
• Perform basic data analysis with the view to provide recommendations on improvement of data quality measures and controls
• Supervise data capturers within the sub-district to ensure that the data captured is valid, complete and has integrity
• Promote data usage for continuous quality improvement through feedback, training and capacity building activities
• Assist data capturers, facility and community staff, to develop data quality management plan (DQMP) to maintain data quality standards