(792) Data Sourcing Methodologist-ESD at South African Reserve Bank

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Assess and evaluate current data sourcing methodologies within ESD on an ongoing basis and, where appropriate, provide recommendations. 
• Continually research data sourcing methodologies to identify and design the most effective instruments for the sourcing of data. 
• Identify the appropriate universe for the sourcing of data and draw a representative sample to ensure adequate coverage of the subject area. 
• Engage with external stakeholders through on-site visits and internal subject matter experts to validate the collection instrument and review business requirement specifications. 
• Continually research methodologies to bridge the gap of undercoverage by applying imputation rules that subscribe to best practice.
• Guide, oversee and monitor the implementation of selected instruments to ensure that data quality standards are maintained. 
• Contribute to the compilation of project-based reports to data sourcing methodologies, implementation and data development quality levels to ensure that data quality standards are maintained.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a minimum of an Honours degree in Data Science, Statistics or an equivalent qualification; and
• at least five to eight years’ experience in a data management environment.

The following would be an added advantage:

• relevant certifications (e.g. Certified Data Management Professional Associate).