Internship Opportunity: Business Analytics

Company Overview:

The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA), a Sector Education and Training Authority under South Africa’s Department of Higher Education, promotes skills development and mine safety in the mineral sector.

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Internship Opportunity: Business Analytics

Position Type: Contract
Education Level: Matric + Honours/Master’s Degree
Focus Areas: Data Analysis, Digital Information Systems, Graduate Development
Location: South Africa (Organization-wide)

Role Profile:
This developmental role under the Business Analytics Specialist offers hands-on experience in knowledge management systems and strategic data processes.

Core Responsibilities:

Knowledge Management Support:
• Curate organizational documents and multimedia assets
• Implement metadata standards in digital repositories
• Enhance user experience on knowledge-sharing platforms

Data Visualization:
• Create accessible infographics from complex datasets
• Develop interactive dashboards for operational insights
• Support visual communication for training materials

Business Intelligence:
• Assist in data collection and trend analysis
• Prepare reports for executive decision-making
• Conduct sector research for strategic planning

Information Governance:
• Maintain compliance with national archiving standards
• Implement digital recordkeeping best practices
• Support electronic document management systems

Academic Requirements:
• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Postgraduate qualification in:
  – Knowledge/Information Management
  – Data Analytics/Business Intelligence
  – Digital Communication Systems
  – Records Science or related fields

Professional Development:
Successful candidates will gain exposure to:
• Cross-functional project teams
• Strategic planning processes
• National compliance frameworks
• Digital transformation initiatives

Application Protocol:
Qualified candidates should submit applications through the MQA’s official careers portal. Only verified platforms should be used for submission.

Career Tip: Maintain an updated digital CV showcasing technical competencies in data management and visualization tools.