Data Analyst

SPARK Schools

Data Analyst building Azure pipelines, warehouses, and Power BI insights for SPARK Schools’ private education network. Improving academic, financial, and operational decisions across its schools.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRandburg • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and maintaining Azure-based data lakes and warehouses, along with proficiency in SQL, Python, and Power BI for data analysis and business intelligence. Strong focus on data quality, reporting processes, and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Azure Data Lake ArchitectureSQL ProficiencyPower BI ExpertiseData AnalysisBusiness Intelligence

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisSQLPythonPower BIData Pipeline DevelopmentData Quality ManagementData ModelingReporting ProcessesData DocumentationStatistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCuriosityCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AzurePower BIData WarehouseData LakeBusiness Intelligence Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Microsoft CertificationsSAPS Clearance Certificate

Industry Keywords

Data QualityBusiness StakeholdersSelf-Service AnalyticsMulti-Site ReportingDashboard Reconciliation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzurePythonSparkSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and analyse data across SPARK Schools' academic, financial, and operational systems
Deliver trusted data pipelines, insight, and recommendations to inform decision-making across the network
Build and maintain reliable data pipelines and models from source to reporting layer
Build and maintain an Azure-based data lake and warehouse architecture for scalable, secure, multi-site reporting
Provide business stakeholders with analysis, insight, and clear recommendations beyond dashboards
Maintain data quality, consistency, and documentation across school-wide datasets
Continuously improve reporting and analytics processes to reduce manual effort and increase self-service capability
Report to the Business Intelligence & Analytics Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in statistics, data, computer science, or a related field
4–6 years in data analysis or business intelligence
Working knowledge of at least one project delivered on Azure and Power BI
Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Power BI
Curiosity about Azure and AI-in-BI
Strong attention to data quality and ability to reconcile dashboard numbers
Ability to translate between technical queries and discussions with school principals
Ability to own delivery end-to-end and participate in peer review
Systemic approach to fixing underlying data pipelines
Strong command of English, written and spoken
Additional South African language advantageous
Clear criminal record
SAPS clearance certificate required
Relevant Microsoft certifications advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

fair market linked remuneration
performance-based annual bonuses and increases
above average/good annual leave
life, disability and funeral cover
employee wellness support
educational support & study leave
individualised professional development, support and mentorship
employee discount on school fees
opportunities for career growth