The South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Data Analyst II (Data Analytics) (4 Positions Available)
About SARS
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the national tax authority responsible for administering tax systems and customs services. We focus on delivering efficient revenue collection while maintaining public trust through professional integrity.
Position Purpose
Develop data solutions by translating business requirements into actionable insights through advanced analytics, data extraction, and reporting processes.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field + 5-7 years’ analytics experience (2-3 years at technical specialist level)
- Option 2: Senior Certificate (NQF 4) + 10 years’ relevant experience (2-3 years at technical specialist level)
- Preferred: Knowledge of tax products/systems
Key Responsibilities
Data Solutions Development
- Design and implement analytics models/reports/dashboards
- Perform statistical analysis and predictive modeling
- Clean and optimize data pipelines
Operational Excellence
- Identify process improvement opportunities
- Maintain compliance with policies and legislation
- Implement risk mitigation strategies
Stakeholder Engagement
- Present insights through data visualization
- Collaborate across departments
- Provide technical guidance to teams
Core Competencies
Behavioral Attributes
- Analytical problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Continuous learning mindset
- Ethical decision-making
Technical Skills
- Data mining & statistical analysis
- Database management
- Business intelligence tools
- Technical reporting
Application Process
SARS maintains a fair recruitment process. Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official SARS careers portal.
Note: SARS never requires payment for recruitment activities. Report any suspicious requests immediately.
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