Data Analyst: Human Capital Management at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• Should have NQF Level 6/National Diploma in Computer Science Statistics, HR, Information Systems/Equivalent qualification
• Should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science Statistics, HR, or Information Systems
• Certification in data analysis or statistics
• 5 – 6 years experience in HR Analytics and synthesizing large amounts of complex data into relevant insights.
• Experience in implementing/supporting HR solutions
• Experience with large databases and SQL (Sage 300, SAP, Workday, Peoplesoft, Oracle etc)
• Experience with HR Information systems and reporting modules
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications – Excel (pivots and VB), PowerPoint, Word
• Experience in PowerBI, Data tables
• 7 – 10 Years’ experience in HR Analytics and synthesizing large amounts of complex data into relevant insights
• Possess a solid foundation in statistics and practical experience with statistical software (such as Excel, SPSS, SAS) and mastery in data analysis languages such as SQL
• Exhibit exceptional analytical abilities to compile, structure, examine, and present substantial data sets with precision and thoroughness.
• Capable of critically evaluating data to derive meaningful, actionable insights.
• Demonstrate superior communication and presentation capabilities, adept at simplifying complex data insights for audiences without a technical background.
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Management, Statistics, or a comparable discipline is required, with prior experience in data analysis or a related field being advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of the application of information systems – Sage 300, SAP, Oracle
• Governance and risk management principles
• Stakeholder Management
• Report writing skills, presenting findings and metrics
• Communication (verbal and written)
• Report writing and negotiation skills
• Interpersonal skills, presentation and facilitation skills
• Change management, financial management & reporting skills
• Planning and organizing skills
• Leadership skill and problem-solving skills
• Strategic Planning and stakeholder management skills
• Project Management skills
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills
• Ability to deliver business improvement through the implementation of new products, technology platforms and supporting structures
• Ethical practice and adhering to organizational values
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to ensure high-level outputs during periods of change
• Strategic awareness and effective communication skills
• Information management, teamwork and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Gather data from primary and secondary sources such as ERP, Sage 300 and 3rd Party External sources, ensuring the upkeep of databases and data systems.
• Cleanse data and scrutinize computer-generated reports and outputs to identify and rectify coding errors.
• Develop data dashboards, charts, and visual aids to support decision-making across departments.
• Manage large databases and SQL (Sage 300, SAP, Workday, Peoplesoft, Oracle etc)
• Create and maintain systems and ad-hoc reports
• The role encompasses various techniques under various umbrellas, such as descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis (EDA), and inferential statistics, to interpret and understand the patterns and behaviours within data.
• The Data Analyst: HCM aims to extract actionable insights from raw data that can influence strategies and operations.
• Detect, examine, and decode trends or patterns within intricate datasets.
• Employ statistical techniques to scrutinize data and produce actionable business insights.
• Extract actionable insights from raw data that can influence strategies and operations.
• Convey insights through both reports and visual presentations.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements.
• Improving Efficiency by identifying areas of inefficiency within operations, helps streamline processes, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
• Coordinate with management to align business and informational priorities.
• Collaborate with the management team to determine and rank the needs of different business units.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand HCM requirements.
• Provide the groundwork for strategic decision-making by uncovering trends and insights that can guide business strategies and improve outcomes.
• Enhancing employee experience through analyzing employee data allows businesses to understand employee behaviours and preferences, leading to improved HCM business partnering.
• Coordinating the HCM needs in terms of Data Analytics and partnering closely with the HCM Operations team to help scale employee experience across a wide range of Parks.
• Identify potential risks and challenges, enabling businesses to devise strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Manage all audit queries by being the contact person for all audit requirements and access impact and gaps to be addressed within the HCM department.
• Co-ordinate HR compliance, personnel database maintenance, reporting, on/off-boarding
• Maintain internal records and statistics for the department to ensure compliance with audit findings