Data Analyst - Stellenbosch, South Africa - Unifi Recruitment

Unifi Recruitment

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Stellenbosch, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Job Advert Summary:

Unifi is a fast-growing finance and technology company operating in Zambia, South Africa, Uganda and Kenya.
Unifi delivers personal lending products through online, mobile phone and branch channels. The company is
well supported by strong shareholders and a board of directors with vast experience in entrepreneurship and
lending.

Unifi is recruiting a new BI Data Analyst with experience in Google Looker and BigQuery to join our team. The
our organization make data-driven decisions. They will also work closely with stakeholders to understand their
requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs.

environment and have a passion for African business. A healthy spirit of adventure and sense of humour would
be helpful.

Learn more about Unifi at:

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data

Analytics/Science).

Proven experience as a Data Analyst or similar role win min experience of 3+ years
Proficiency in data analysis tools GCP (Google Cloud Platform), Google Big Query, SAS, SQL, Python, R

and data visualization tools Google Looker.

Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a keen attention to detail.
Ability to handle and analyse large datasets efficiently.
Experience with statistical analysis techniques and data modelling.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data manipulation tools.
Familiarity with data governance principles and best practices.
Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance standards is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Overview:
As a Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to
drive informed decision-making within our organization. You will be responsible for extracting insights,
identifying trends, and presenting findings to key stakeholders. Your work will contribute to improving
operational efficiency, optimizing business processes, and enhancing overall performance.

What you will be doing:

Data Collection and Cleaning:

Collect, extract, and compile data from various sources, ensuring data accuracy and

completeness.

Clean and transform raw data into structured datasets for analysis.
Identify and resolve data quality issues, inconsistencies, and anomalies.
Utilizing the technologies of SQL, SAS, Python and Big Query, while staying uptodate with

latest trends and developments in data analytics.

Data Analysis and Interpretation:

Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and relationships within the

data.

Analyse large and complex datasets to derive actionable insights and recommendations.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into

analytical approaches.

Reporting and Visualization:

Create visualizations, dashboards, and reports to effectively communicate data insights to

stakeholders with help of Google Looker.

Develop and maintain standardized reporting templates and data visualization tools.
Present findings in a clear and concise manner, tailoring the information to the audience's

needs.

Data-driven Decision Making:

Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support datadriven decisionmaking processes.
Provide analytical support for business initiatives, including market analysis, customer

segmentation, and performance tracking.

Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiencies, and revenue

optimization based on data analysis.

Data Governance and Security:

Ensure compliance with data governance policies, data protection regulations, and security

protocols.

Adhere to data privacy and confidentiality standards when handling sensitive information.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of data dictionaries and data

documentation.

Continuous Learning and Development:

Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in data analysis.
Expand knowledge of statistical analysis techniques, data modelling, and data visualization

tools.