The posting
Data Analyst
Responsibilities:
- Interpret data, analyse results using statistical techniques, and provide ongoing reports.
- Develop and implement data collection systems and other strategies that optimise statistical efficiency and data quality.
- Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources.
- Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets.
- Filter and clean data, and review computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems.
- Work closely with management to prioritise business and information needs.
- Locate and define new process improvement opportunities.
Requirements:
- Proven working experience as a Data Analyst.
- Technical expertise regarding data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques.
- Strong knowledge of and experience retrieving data from databases (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
- Advanced knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analysing large datasets (Excel, etc.).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.
- Ability to design, document, and develop reports and dashboards in Jasper Report Server, QlikSense, and NPrinting.
- Enthusiasm and passion to develop a career within a multidisciplinary software development environment.
- Ability to define and follow coding standards.
- Ability to work well under pressure and compromise to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly convey and absorb technical ideas, suggestions, and solutions.
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
- A good attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to quickly acquire new skills.
- Ability to manage priorities and time efficiently and work in a structured manner.
- Ability to think independently and logically, and to debug programs and isolate causes of program errors.
- Ability to deal with interruptions and to estimate and communicate progress.
- Attention to detail while maintaining a view of the bigger picture.
- Willingness to accept feedback, learn from others, and adapt to decisions.
- Ability to perform routine tasks reliably and efficiently.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management, or Statistics.



