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About our client:
Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture and performance.

What you will be doing:

• Develop and deliver key reports, dashboards, and scorecards for the PMO and senior management.
  
• Provide meaningful insights into portfolio performance, risks, and opportunities to support decision-making.
  
• Analyse project and portfolio data to spot trends, variances, and areas where improvements can be made.
  
• Create, interpret, and present performance metrics covering budget, schedule, scope, risks, and benefits.
  
• Ensure data is accurate and consistent across all tools by establishing and enforcing clear data quality standards.
  
• Optimise and use portfolio management tools like Power BI and ServiceNow PPM to improve reporting.
  
• Develop automated reporting processes to increase efficiency and reduce the need for manual work.
  
• Ensure that all reporting and analysis, including for the Project Investment Committee, are aligned with organisational goals and support strategic decision-making.
  
  

• A relevant tertiary qualification would be ideal
  
• Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or data analysis (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) are advantageous.
  
• 3 - 5 years of experience in data analytics and 2 - 3 years specifically within a PMO.
  
• Proficient in data visualization tools like Power BI and Tableau, as well as project management software such as Jira and ServiceNow PPM.
  
• Strong ability to analyze large, complex datasets and translate them into clear, meaningful business insights.
  
• Highly skilled at presenting portfolio metrics and insights concisely, turning technical data into business-friendly language.
  
• Proven experience working effectively within cross-functional teams and matrixed organizational structures.
  
• Familiar with PMO functions, various project methodologies (Agile, Waterfall), and frameworks (PRINCE2, PMI).
  
• Takes a proactive approach to identify and solve data and reporting issues.
  
• Possesses a solid understanding of business strategy and financial management, enabling the alignment of reporting efforts with organizational goals.
  
  

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• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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Our client, a specialist Software Solutions provider, is seeking a remote Data Reporting Specialist. This position is ideal for an experienced Data Analyst looking to advance their career into data reporting responsibilities in a niche industry, specializing in data analytics within an innovative and growing business.

Responsibilities:

1. Craft dynamic reports using Power BI with a focus on visual appeal and interactivity.
2. Develop insightful data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to convey trends and insights effectively.
3. Ensure reports are user-centric, responsive, and easily accessible.
4. Drive data quality analysis during customer implementations, ensuring robustness.
5. Employ advanced data analysis to pinpoint trends, patterns, and anomalies.
6. Translate data into actionable insights and recommendations for stakeholders.
7. Collaborate with business teams to translate analytical needs into precise report specifications.
8. Generate comprehensive reports on data quality for stakeholders and customers.
9. Identify, analyze, and explain anomalies within datasets.
10. Execute data balancing, integrity checks, and validation processes.
11. Monitor and address data quality issues across customer datasets.
12. Conduct data investigations and contribute to refining data quality policies.
13. Offer technical customer support and actively engage in customer meetings.
14. Participate in JAD sessions, capturing requirements accurately.
15. Document issues, solutions, and specifications meticulously.
16. Analyze, log, and test enhancements to the product.
17. Assume ownership as the data quality custodian for the product.
18. Foster team and customer expertise through proactive training.
19. Stay current with SQL Server and Power BI advancements for optimal utilization.

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in B Comm., IS, Computer Science, Maths and Stats in Computer Science/Data Analytics, or equivalent.
2. Preference for Honours level or equivalent 4-year Degree/Data Science or equivalent module.
3. Microsoft Certification in a data-related competency is preferable.

Experience:

1. 2 - 5 years in Data Analytics in a Business Intelligence environment.
2. Experience in an Agile BI environment.
3. Client-facing experience is an advantage.
4. Proficient in data queries, developing reports, interpretation of data, report writing, and presenting findings.
5. Experience in the non-life insurance industry would be highly advantageous.
6. SQL and BI experience.
7. Power BI experience is advantageous.

Skills:

1. MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
2. Advanced Excel skills.
3. Intermediate/advanced SQL skills.
4. Proficiency in Power BI.
5. Analytical thinker with high attention to detail.
6. Competency in working with numbers and financial figures.
7. Problem solver with effective time management skills.
8. Strong team ethic.
9. Professional communication and interpersonal skills, both telephonically and in writing.
10. Self-motivated and flexible to work in a changing environment.
11. Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
12. Demonstrated ability to work independently, set goals, prioritize, and deliver on work while collaborating remotely.
13. Proven ability to follow up and complete tasks.

Values:

1. Striving for continuous professionalism and excellence.
2. Uncompromising attention to detail.
3. A dedication to independent thought and the search for new ideas.
4. Absolute integrity.
5. Have fun, don’t take yourself too seriously.
6. Step up and own it.
7. Go beyond and be daring.
8. Simplify.
9. Be present.

Package & Remuneration:

1. Provident Fund.
2. Medical Aid.
3. Group Life and Disability cover.
4. Optional 13th cheque.
5. Profit Share scheme (conditional on the scheme rules applicable at the time of engagement).

• Design and maintain SQL database views, stored procedures, and optimised queries to support reporting requirements.
• Develop interactive dashboards and visualisations using Apache ECharts (or similar) within the companys portal.
• Implement processes for data cleaning, validation, and governance to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Build and maintain React-based UI components for data presentation and user interaction.
• Collaborate with backend developers and other teams to enhance reporting functionality and data access.
• Assist with bulk data imports, onboarding processes, and database rationalisation projects.
• Optimise Azure Blob Storage usage, indexing strategies, and archiving processes for performance and compliance.
• Support ad-hoc reporting needs and contribute to continuous system and process improvements.

• 35 years experience in data development, reporting, or BI-focused roles.
• Strong SQL skills, including query optimisation, stored procedures, and database view creation.
• Experience in data cleaning, transformation, and governance practices.
• Proven ability to design and maintain optimised database structures and manage data effectively.
• Proficient in Azure cloud environments and related services.
• Skilled in front-end development with React and integration of visualisation libraries such as Apache ECharts (or similar).
• Experience with BI tools such as Power BI is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and suggest process improvements.

Our client, a specialist Software Solutions provider, has a remote Data Reporting Specialist role. This position will suit an experienced Data Analyst looking for career development to move into a role with data reporting responsibilities in a niche industry and specialize in data analytics in an innovative and growing business. Good technical skills in Excel, SQL, and Power BI, or an alternate data analysis tool, and previous client-facing experience is an advantage.

Exposure to the Insurance industry or Financial Services sector is a plus.

1. Craft dynamic reports using Power BI with a focus on visual appeal and interactivity.
2. Develop insightful data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to convey trends and insights effectively.
3. Ensure reports are user-centric, responsive, and easily accessible.
4. Drive data quality analysis during customer implementations, ensuring robustness.
5. Employ advanced data analysis to pinpoint trends, patterns, and anomalies.
6. Translate data into actionable insights and recommendations for stakeholders.
7. Collaborate with business teams to translate analytical needs into precise report specifications.
8. Generate comprehensive reports on data quality for stakeholders and customers.
9. Skilfully identify, analyze, and explain anomalies within datasets.
10. Execute data balancing, integrity checks, and validation processes.
11. Proactively monitor and address data quality issues across customer datasets.
12. Conduct data investigations and contribute to refining data quality policies.
13. Offer technical customer support and actively engage in customer meetings.
14. Participate in JAD sessions, capturing requirements accurately.
15. Document issues, solutions, and specifications meticulously.
16. Analyze, log, and test enhancements to the product.
17. Assume ownership as the data quality custodian for the product.
18. Foster team and customer expertise through proactive training.
19. Stay current with SQL Server and Power BI advancements for optimal utilization.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent. Preference for Honours level or a 4-year Degree in Data Science or equivalent module. Microsoft Certification in a data-related competency is preferable.

Experience:

2-5 years in Data Analytics in a Business Intelligence environment. Experience in an Agile BI environment and client-facing experience is an advantage. Proficient in data queries, developing reports, interpretation of data, report writing, and presenting findings is preferable. Experience in the non-life insurance industry would be highly advantageous. SQL and BI experience, with Power BI being advantageous.

Skills:

• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Intermediate/advanced SQL skills
• Power BI proficiency
• Analytical thinker with high attention to detail
• Competency in working with numbers and financial figures
• Problem solver with effective time management
• Strong team ethic
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and adaptable in a changing environment
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proven ability to follow up and follow through on work

Applicants should demonstrate their ability to partner with us in our vision and core values, which include:

• Striving for continuous professionalism and excellence
• Uncompromising attention to detail
• A dedication to independent thought and the search for new ideas
• Absolute integrity
• Having fun and not taking oneself too seriously
• Stepping up and owning it
• Going beyond and being daring
• Simplifying processes
• Being present

• Provident Fund
• Medical Aid
• Group Life and Disability cover
• Optional 13th cheque
• Profit Share scheme (conditional on the scheme rules applicable at the time and date of engagement)

iqbusiness is a leading management consulting firm. We are seeking an experiencedBusiness Intelligence and Business Analyst with a strong background in data and analytics to consult to our client in the financial services industry.

The Business Intelligence and Business Analyst will be responsible for gathering, analysing, and understanding business users’ data and analytics requirements and translating these requirements into analytics best practice technical solutions that meet the relevant business objectives. This role requires extensive experience in both business processes and technical systems to ensure that technology solutions are aligned with business goals. This is a hybrid role that requires 3-4 days onsite in Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities and/or output areas include, but are not limited to:

Advanced Requirements Gathering and Analysis:

• Lead the collection and documentation of business and technical requirements from stakeholders.

• Conduct in-depth feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and risk assessments for proposed solutions.

Complex Data Model Design and Development:

• Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications.

• Design and propose data models, including process models, specifications, and architecture, and collaborate with developers on data solutions.

Implementation and Quality Assurance:

• Liaise with developers, vendors, and IT teams to ensure data models are accurately implemented.

• Assist with system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), validation, and quality assurance.

• Support the deployment and integration of new data models or enhancements.

Maintenance and Continuous Improvement:

• Provide expert-level support and maintenance for existing data models.

• Proactively identify opportunities for data model improvements and enhancements.

• Implement updates and improvements to existing data models as needed.

Documentation and Training:

• Create and maintain comprehensive data model documentation, including user manuals, technical guides, and process diagrams.

• Conduct training sessions and provide advanced support to end-users and stakeholders on data model functionalities and best practices.

Experience:

Minimum:

• At least 3 years of proven experience in drafting functional specifications.

• BI Business Analysis, data design, and systems analysis experience in a data and analytics environment.

• Stakeholder engagement for the purpose of identifying and specifying business requirements.

• Liaising between business and functional stakeholders; translating requirements.

Nice to haves:

• Business Information Business Analysis experience in a finance/banking environment.

• Exposure to a credit environment.

Qualifications:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Business Management or Business Analysis

• Grade 12 National Certificate.

Knowledge:

• Relevant business area knowledge.

• Data and analytics Business Analysis.

• Data Warehouse Methodologies.

• Front End Technologies.

• BI Best Practice.

• Data Analysis.

• Data Governance.

• Financial systems and procedures.

• Visualisation.

• Data Product Life Cycle.

Skills:

• Facilitation Skills.

• Communication Skills.

• Negotiation Skills.

• Attention to Detail.

• Interpersonal & Relationship Management Skills.

• Analytical Skills.

• Presentation Skills.

Competencies:

• Deciding and Initiating Action.

• Relating and Networking.

• Persuading and Influencing.

• Presenting and Communicating Information.

• Applying Expertise and Technology.

• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.

• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks.

Conditions of Employment:

• Clear criminal and credit record.

• A valid driver's license and own vehicle is required.

• Contactable via own mobile phone.

Who we are:

Our purpose is to grow people, grow business, and grow Africa.

At iqbusiness, we are creative problem-solvers who never concede defeat. Beyond IT and technology, we apply innovative solutions to complex problems. We make sure that our clients grow, whether these challenges may be overcome by utilising research from iqbusiness and our partners, allocating teams to build and implement solutions, or deploying point expertise to address a skills shortage. Whatever the challenges, we support them in overcoming them.

What’s in it for you:

At iqbusiness, we prioritise work-life balance and offer attractive salary packages with generous employee benefits. Our offices are conveniently located in both Johannesburg and Cape Town, ensuring ease even during challenging times like load shedding. We foster a workplace culture that values flexibility and supports your personal needs. Moreover, our diverse talent pool provides ample opportunities for growth and development through meaningful interactions with your colleagues. Join us and experience the best of both worlds: a fulfilling career and a fulfilling life outside of work.

How do we recruit?

At iqbusiness, we take a refreshingly straightforward approach to recruitment. We firmly believe that feedback is the backbone of improvement, so we avoid dragging out the process unnecessarily.

Here's a sneak peek at the steps involved once you've sent us your resume:

1. First, we'll dive into your CV, delving into your background, interests, passions, and tech prowess. If you're a shining star that aligns with our needs, congratulations! You'll swiftly move on to step two.
2. This stage involves meeting one of our charismatic hiring managers who will assess your skills and, just as importantly, your compatibility with our vibrant culture.
3. If you emerge victorious from this encounter, a thrilling challenge awaits you—an online assessment to prove your mettle. But wait, there's more! You'll also mingle with more of our extraordinary team members.
4. Once these delightful encounters conclude, we get down to business with employment checks—references, credit history, criminal records, and even the rarefied world of fraud. Once you've successfully navigated these hurdles, voila!
5. We eagerly extend to you an offer of employment, formalities having been dealt with promptly.
   

So, if you're ready to embark on a whirlwind recruitment adventure, buckle up and send us that CV!

Note: As all iqbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information, our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.

iqbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation; we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.