A bit about us
What we are looking for
Data Analyst
About the Role
Role Purpose:
The purpose of this job is to interpret the raw data information and convert it into valuable insights that that company can use to grow. As well as to work with the data team to collect, analyse, and report on data related to EFT Corp and their tenants which can provide insights both to the clients and internally that will assist in the growth of the company.
Perform Data Management:
- Coding (Python, Airflow, VBA, batch scripts) reporting system maintenance and enhancements, AI project development, systems research, and training.
- Work with the data team on various projects to fulfil requests made both internally and by any of our tenants.
- Complete tasks involving reporting, data storage, data transfer, reporting system design.
- Build, maintain and optimize an enterprise data warehouse on which various daily weekly and monthly reports are based.
- Build, maintain and optimize an artificial intelligence (AI) solution capable of identifying potential fraudulent transactions on Masterpass.
Conduct Reporting Activities:
- Oversee and lead the design process of reporting solutions for Masterpass and each tenant on Eclipse.
- Automate and optimize existing reporting procedures.
- Document of reporting processes and requirements.
- Create and maintain reports and dashboards using Power BI.
Quality & Accuracy Management:
- Data quality: Accuracy, completeness, and consistency of the data. It is important because high-quality data is essential for accurate analysis and reporting.
- Data accuracy: This KPI measures the accuracy of the data analyst’s work, which is important to ensure that the analysis is reliable.
Timelines & Completeness:
- Timelines of deliverables: The time and efficiency the data analyst takes to complete assigned tasks and deliver results.
- Data completeness: Collection of all necessary data to solve or answer specific questions.
Client Communication:
- Check in/progress meetings with clients, stakeholders and colleagues.
- Prompt response to client requests.
Way of Work:
- Use of proper punctuation, UK English grammar and spelling.
- Ensure all documents, correspondence etc. are formatted correctly, are neat and accurate.
- All activities are completed with due care and align with accuracy and quality standards.
- Obtain necessary approvals for legal/compliance activities aligned with process.
- Identify and / or confirm relevant timeframes / deadlines applicable to the task at hand.
Time-Sheet Management:
- Time tracking must be completed on a daily/weekly basis in Jira (Tempo).
- Accurate project codes must be allocated to each line item.
- Employee must track a min of 8 hours per workday.
Business Risk Management:
- Compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Complete all periodic mandatory policy and security training in accordance with Ukheshe/ EFT’s guidelines.
- A risk mindset must be applied, and any business risks must actively raise with the
- Business Risk Manager and report to the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer.
Requirements
What you need to succeed
- STEM (BEng/BSc) diploma or degree.
- Experience in programming.
- Experience in mathematics/mathematical statistics components.
- Advanced courses in statistics and applied data science.
- Additional courses on working with big data (ETL, databases. Data warehouse, data analytics).
- Basic knowledge of AWS services.
- Basic knowledge of Power BI.
- Advanced mathematical and statistical knowledge.
- Problem solving – find solutions when emotions are involved.
- Stress tolerance – coping with stressful situations.
- Interpersonal relationships – building mutually satisfying relationships.
- Empathy – understanding & appreciating how others feel.
- Independence – be self-directed and free from emotional dependency.
- Assertiveness – communicating feelings and beliefs; being non-offensive.
- Leadership – willingness to lead, take charge of situations, offer opinions and directions to others.
- Multitasking – dealing with several activities at a time, enjoy being given new tasks before they have finished another.
- Teamwork – cooperation with others, good-natured attitude and encouraging people.
- Persistence – sticking with tasks, not giving up, dislike leaving things unfinished.
- Rule following – adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Attention to detail – focus on details, strive for perfection and be well organized.
- Planning – enjoy making detailed plans and long-term plans.
- Analytical thinking – like solving complex problems, carefully analyze information and use logic to address issues and problems.
Place of Work: Remote and office.
Country of Employment: South Africa.
Country where services will be rendered: The nature of this role may require the individual to provide services across different entities within the EFT Corporation Group as and when required. This could involve temporary assignments, projects, or responsibilities that extend beyond the specific entity to which the individual is initially assigned. The willingness to adapt and contribute to the broader objectives of the group is essential for success in this role.
Purposeful Impact. Client Focus. Doing the Right Thing, Cultivating Excellence. Teamwork.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and representative team. Different opinions, perspectives and personalities push us forward. We want to hear from people who are passionate about their work and align with our values. Regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity or disability – whoever you are, if you’re curious, relentless and customer-obsessed, we want to hear from you.
EFT Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. EFT Corporation will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a search firm/recruiter submits a candidate unless an agreement has been entered into concerning the specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters offering resumes to EFT Corporation on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.
