Head of Data and Analytics

Were looking for a visionary Head of Data and Analytics to lead our data strategy drive actionable insights and champion datadriven decisionmaking across the business.

At iKhokha were redefining how SMEs thrive through innovation and in this role youll harness the power of data to help accelerate entrepreneurship and unlock growth for small businesses across South Africa.

So what will you do 

• As the Head of Data and Analytics you will be responsible for leading and managing the data and analytics function within our organization.
• Your primary objective will be to drive datadriven decisionmaking develop data strategies and provide actionable insights to support business growth and optimization.
• You will lead a team of Data Professionals collaborating with crossfunctional stakeholders to leverage data and analytics capabilities.

In addition to the above you will: 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy aligned with business goals.
• Establish data governance frameworks and policies to ensure data quality privacy and compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering Product Growth Finance and Retention Teams to optimize data acquisition storage and integration processes.
• Oversee the analysis and interpretation of complex data sets to derive actionable insights.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify datadriven opportunities for optimization and growth.
• Develop and deliver reports dashboards and visualizations to communicate insights effectively.
• Ensure datadriven decisionmaking and provide recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Assess and optimize data infrastructure including data storage processing and retrieval systems.
• Collaborate with  Engineering Product Growth Finance and Retention Teams to ensure the availability and scalability of data platforms and tools.
• Stay updated with emerging data technologies and trends making recommendations for adoption.
• Build and lead a highperforming team of Data Professionals.
• Provide mentorship guidance and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture promoting knowledge sharing and innovation.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to integrate data and analytics into business processes.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science Computer Science Statistics Mathematics or a related field.

Deal Breakers: 

10 years experience with the following:

Experience and Training: 

• 5 years in a leadership role within a data and analytics function.
• Strong knowledge of data management analytics and visualization tools and technologies.
• Familiarity with industryspecific regulations and compliance requirements related to data.

Specific knowledge Skills and Competencies:

• Data Strategy and Management: Expertise in developing and implementing data strategies including data governance data quality and data integration. Ability to oversee data acquisition storage security and privacy practices.
• Data Analysis and Insights: Proficiency in data analysis interpretation and visualization. Experience in identifying trends patterns and actionable insights from complex data sets. Skill in translating technical findings into businessfriendly language and formats.
• Team Leadership and Management: Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage a team of Data Analysts Data Engineers and Data Scientists. Ability to provide guidance mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Business Acumen: Deep understanding of the organizations industry business model and strategic objectives. Ability to align data and analytics initiatives with business goals enabling datadriven decisionmaking at all levels.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in data and analytics tools and technologies such as SQL Python R Tableau Power BI or similar platforms. Knowledge of machine learning statistical modelling and predictive analytics techniques.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional stakeholders including executives department heads and technical teams. Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills to oversee and prioritize data and analytics initiatives. Ability to manage resources timelines and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.

Business understanding: 

The Head of Data and Analytics would need to possess a strong understanding of the business in order to effectively perform their role. Some key aspects of business understanding that would be beneficial include:

• Understanding of the organizations industry market dynamics and competitive landscape.
• Knowledge of key business metrics goals and performance indicators.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements related to data management and privacy.
• Ability to align data and analytics strategies with business objectives and drive value for the organisation.

Additional Information :

Perks of joining the Tribe 

• Work in a highgrowth company with tangible results youre accountable for. 
• Enjoy hybridremote and in officeworkmodels. 
• Competitive remuneration and benefits including Medical Aid and Group Risk scheme contributions. 
• Be guided by visionary leadership. 
• Seize the opportunity for study leave. 
• Access to ondemand learning and development. 
• Experience a friendly collaborative culture with a team of allroundlekker humans(its true we surveyed our Employees and they told us so). 
• If you find yourselfat HQ coffee on tap and a selection of hot beveragesprovided by our very own onsite Barista. 

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Fulltime