Senior Specialist: Data Analyst (absa)

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Job Summary

As a Senior Analytics Specialist within People Analytics, you will drive the strategic integration of data analysis and reporting to enhance the organization’s understanding of its workforce dynamics. This role requires expertise in R and Python for advanced data manipulation and very strong proficiency in PowerBI for data visualization, and strong stakeholder management skills. You will gather requirements, translate them into actionable insights, and deliver high-impact reports that support data-driven decision-making in the organization’s human resources strategies. This role is pivotal in leveraging data to drive strategic HR decisions and optimize workforce management, contributing to the organization’s overall success and growth.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Data Integration: Embed analytics capabilities within HR and People Analytics frameworks, aligning with organizational goals and enhancing data-driven decision-making processes.
• Data Management: Oversee the comprehensive collection, validation, and analysis of HR data, ensuring accuracy and integrity for effective reporting and decision support.
• Advanced Analytical Techniques: Utilize R and Python to perform complex data analyses and uncover actionable insights that support HR strategies.
• Data Visualization: Design and implement interactive dashboards and reports using PowerBI to present data in a clear and actionable manner, enabling stakeholders to quickly grasp key metrics and trends.
• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with various departments and senior stakeholders to gather and understand business requirements, translating them into data-driven solutions and reports.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders to communicate findings, gather feedback, and ensure analytics initiatives align with organizational needs and objectives.
• Reporting Excellence: Develop and deliver high-quality, insightful reports that provide a comprehensive view of HR metrics, trends, and performance indicators.

Analysis and Insights:

• Analytical Reporting: Use data analysis and reporting tools to create detailed reports highlighting key HR metrics and trends, driving strategic decisions.
• Impact Assessment: Evaluate the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives, using data to measure outcomes and suggest improvements.
• Dashboard Creation: Build interactive dashboards using PowerBI to visualize HR data, enabling stakeholders to easily interpret and act on the information.
• Tool Development and Integration: Support the development and integration of analytics tools and systems to enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities within HR.

Reporting and Interpretation:

• Analytics Strategy: Develop a robust framework for collecting, analyzing, and reporting HR data that aligns with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Advanced Reporting Skills: Produce clear, concise, and impactful reports that effectively communicate complex HR data and insights to various audiences.
• Strategic Reporting: Formulate and execute a reporting strategy that aligns with organizational objectives and provides valuable insights into workforce dynamics.
• Stakeholder Communication: Customize reports and presentations to meet the needs of different stakeholders, ensuring clarity and relevance of the information provided.

Operational Execution:

• HR Research: Conduct research on best practices in HR analytics and integrate these insights into the organization’s practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Change Management: Influence and manage significant changes within the HR function, contributing to organizational growth and efficiency.
• Proactive Communication: Regularly update stakeholders on the progress of analytics projects and address any challenges or changes in a timely manner.
• Issue Management: Identify potential issues in data strategies and practices, proactively developing and implementing solutions.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure analytics practices meet regulatory standards and address compliance requirements as needed.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree: Advanced degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Statistics, Human Resources, or a related discipline is required.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in data analysis, reporting, and visualization, with demonstrated expertise in R, Python, and PowerBI.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, advanced reporting capabilities, stakeholder management experience, and proficiency in requirements gathering.

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised