• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Data Analyst II (Data Analytics) – Fixed Term Contract (10598)

Employer: South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Location: Gauteng
Contract Type: Fixed-Term
Experience: 5-10 years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma in Relevant Field (or equivalent experience)

About the Role:

Join SARS as a Data Analytics Specialist to support operational decision-making through advanced data analysis and reporting. This role requires translating complex data into actionable insights while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Statistics, Data Science, IT, Economics or related field + 5-7 years’ relevant experience
  • OR Matric Certificate + 10 years’ experience in data analysis/research environment
  • Proven technical skills in data validation and analytics processes

Core Responsibilities:

Data Analysis & Reporting:

  • Analyze service delivery data and produce executive reports
  • Maintain data integrity across operational systems
  • Identify trends and potential operational risks

Process Improvement:

  • Develop data validation processes and optimization strategies
  • Implement procedural changes and improvement initiatives

Compliance & Governance:

  • Ensure adherence to legislative requirements
  • Implement compliance processes within analytics operations

Key Competencies:

Behavioral Skills:

  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving
  • Attention to detail and organizational awareness
  • Commitment to continuous learning

Technical Skills:

  • Advanced data collection and analysis techniques
  • Knowledge management and reporting expertise
  • Business process improvement strategies

Application Process:

Interested candidates meeting the requirements are invited to apply through the SARS careers portal.

Note: Never pay any fees during the recruitment process. SARS does not require payment for applications, tests, or certifications.

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