Data Analyst

We’re looking for a Data Analyst who thinks like an entrepreneur—someone who doesn’t just report on data, but uses it to uncover opportunities, drive decisions, and influence business growth.

This role is ideal for someone who is curious, commercially minded, and eager to take ownership. You’ll work across teams to turn data into actionable insights while identifying new ways to create value.

Responsibilities:

• Extract and explore data: Work with databases and data warehouses to uncover trends and operational insights that matter. You will ask the right questions, investigate patterns, and help teams understand what the data is really saying.
• Build reports and dashboards: Develop intuitive dashboards and visualizations that translate complex information into clear, accessible performance indicators for stakeholders.
• Support data-driven decisions: Collaborate closely with business teams, understand their analytical needs, and convert them into impactful data solutions that guide strategy and execution.
• Own data quality: Play a key role in ensuring data accuracy and reliability. You’ll identify inconsistencies, close data gaps, and strengthen our overall data foundation.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, statistics, data science, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years’ experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a similar role
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial experience, such as:
• Working in a startup or high-growth environment
• Supporting a founder-led or early-stage business
• Building or running your own side business, product, or venture
• Taking ownership of revenue, growth, or operational decisions using data
• Strong SQL skills; experience with a data visualization tool (e.g. Tableau, Power BI); proficiency with Excel/spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in Excel and Python for analysis

The reference number for this position is NG60919 which is a permanent position based in Cape Town offering a cost to company of up to R500k per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Nokuthula at e-merge.co.za or call her on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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Posted on 23 Apr 09:45, Closing date 22 Jun