• Full Time
  • Cape Town, South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Specialist: Data Analytics (x2 Positions)

Company Profile

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the national tax authority responsible for administering tax systems and customs services. We focus on revenue collection, trade facilitation, and protecting economic security through efficient processes and modern technologies.

Position Details

  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree/Higher National Certificate/Matric
  • Experience Required: 8-15 years in data analytics
  • Location: Gauteng
  • Field: Data Analysis & ICT

Core Purpose

Transform raw data into strategic insights through advanced analytics to support tax system optimization and operational excellence. Ensure data integrity while developing innovative solutions for complex business challenges.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements:

  • NQF 7 qualification in Data Science/Statistics/Computer Science or related field + 8-10 years’ experience
  • OR Matric + 15 years’ experience with graph analytics exposure
  • Demonstrated expertise across multiple data roles (Analysis, Engineering, Science)

Technical Competencies:

  • Advanced SQL/Python/R programming
  • Data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau)
  • Statistical analysis packages (SAS/SPSS)
  • Data warehousing solutions
  • Machine learning applications

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop predictive models to identify tax compliance patterns
  • Optimize data pipelines and ETL processes
  • Create executive dashboards for strategic decision-making
  • Implement data governance frameworks
  • Mentor junior analysts in advanced analytics techniques
  • Collaborate with IT teams on system improvements

Behavioral Competencies

  • Strategic problem-solving
  • Ethical data management
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Process optimization focus

Application Process

Submission Deadline: 21 August 2025

Qualified candidates should apply through the official SARS career portal. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

SARS promotes employment equity – preference given to designated groups in alignment with transformation goals.

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