DATA ANALYST

SUMMARY:
The incumbent will support the development and execution of the company''s strategic objectives, driving innovation within the development finance sector. The role includes conducting research and analysis as well as preparing reports and recommendations across projects.

POSITION INFO:

Outputs

• Analysis of data, mainly investment portfolio data for performance reporting purposes.

• Collect, validate, analyse and interpret data for strategic purposes while maintaining systematic

processes.

• Maintain investment database, ensure periodic updates and accuracy of data.

• Compile weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual (integrated and annual) performance reports.

• Respond to ad hoc requests for performance information.

• Develop data models and templates as required.

• Research and compile quarterly economic outlook data with emphasis to specific industries affecting the the company

• Work closely with management to identify and develop data requirements for the organisation.

Facilitating Strategy and Planning:

• Identify and prepare relevant reports from data analysis conducted for insights inputting into

organisational efficiencies and strategic conversations.

• Participate in the co-ordination of strategic planning workshops by facilitating the entire procurement value chain to for procuring strategy venue, facilitator, etc as required

• Prepare strategic and planning documents and presentations.

Research:

• Collect and analyse primary or secondary data for the department’s research purposes.

• Assist Strategy and Planning Manager to draft research reports in order to inform management’s

decision-making at strategic level.

• Develop efficient tools to effectively share information through the organisation

Communicate

• With the guidance of the manager, communicate concluded outcomes. 

Experience / Skills Required :

• 3 years relevant experience, preferably in the financial/consulting sectors;
• Sound financial analysis skills and knowledge of economic issues to serve as a Data Analyst;
• Excellent MS Office skills especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel skills and Power BI.
• Ability to use pivot tables to analyse data;
• Analysis of data, mainly investment portfolio data for performance reporting purposes;
• Collect, validate and interpret data for strategic purposes;
• Compile quarterly economic outlook with emphasis to specific industries affecting the the company;
• Collect and analyse primary or secondary data for the department’s research purposes;
• Good report writing skills
• Research competency required.

Qualification Requirements :

• Bachelor of Commerce

• Economics qualification will be advantageous.

Personal Attributes/Behaviours/Attitudes:

• Organised
• Professional
• Self-motivated
• Good time management
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to work extra hours when required