Johannesburg: Data Analyst | Sandton | Permanent

A great opportunity to play a strategic role in a purpose-driven organisation. This role is ideal for an analytical thinker who thrives on turning data into insights that guide decision-making and organisational performance. As a Data Analyst, you will support strategic planning and reporting by analysing investment portfolio data, developing data models, and producing performance insights that drive operational efficiency. You will contribute to research, planning, and the preparation of key reports that inform organisational strategy. This is a role that blends technical skill with business impact. Our client is a respected organisation operating within the development finance environment. They play a central role in driving economic transformation through financial and non-financial support to businesses and communities. What You’ll Do • Analyse investment portfolio and performance data for reporting purposes • Validate, interpret and maintain organisational data across systems • Produce weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports • Develop data templates, models and tools to improve reporting accuracy • Prepare quarterly economic outlook data with industry-specific insights • Support strategic planning workshops, documentation and presentations • Conduct primary and secondary research for strategic initiatives • Provide insights to management to support strategic conversations • Respond to ad hoc data and performance information requests What You Bring • Minimum 3 years’ experience in financial or consulting environments • Strong financial analysis and economic understanding • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Power BI • Skilled in using pivot tables and analytical tools • Experience analysing investment portfolio data • Strong research and report-writing capability • Bachelor of Commerce; Economics advantageous • High attention to detail, strong time management and professional communication What Success Looks Like • Accurate, timely and insightful reporting that influences decision-making • Well-structured data systems and tools that improve operational efficiency • High-quality research outputs supporting strategic initiatives • Effective collaboration with management and project teams • Consistent delivery under tight deadlines with meticulous attention to detail