African Bank: Senior Decision Analyst x2 Positions

To analyse data in response to identified business queries and to monitor identified business processes and scorecards in respect of collections

Job Requirements

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 3 years experience in data mining or analytics

 

PREFERRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 3 to 4 years experience in data mining and predictive modelling

 

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Understanding and knowledge of
  • JMP
  • SQL
  • SAS
  • Netezza
  • Bureaus
  • Enterprise Guide

• Analytical skills

• Attention to detail

• MS Office skills

• Process management

• Report writing skills

• Presentation skills

• Statistical methods

• Liaison skills

• Project management skills

• Statistical modelling skills

• Mentoring skills

• Coaching skills

• Specification writing skills

 

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

• Initiative

• Numeracy

• Confidentiality

• Results orientated

• Adaptability

• Self motivated

• Responsible

• Team player

• Stress tolerance

• High performer

 

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)

• Deadline Driven

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Higher Grade mathematics in Grade 12 and obtained an A (80% +) for mathematics in the final Grade 12 exam

 

KEY RESULT AREAS

Data preparation

• Retrieve data from identified data sources (SQL, Netezza, SAS)

• Validate, clean and filter data against identified criteria

• Package data into correct format for further analysis or delivery

• Create data sets as required for ad hoc analysis

 

Analysis and reporting

• Analyse data and verify results in terms of requested information by applying suitable standard and advanced univariate and multivariate statistical techniques

• Document process followed to determine findings from data retrieval to final outcomes

• Prepare a written report of findings for distribution to direct manager for final approval

• Prepare presentation for feedback to Exco or identified stakeholders

• Communicate findings to relevant stakeholders in order to adopt recommendations

 

Statistical Model building

• Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant business processes

• Review current processes for business opportunities by means of appropriate statistical models

• Build statistical models to drive business strategies

• Understand and interpret specifications of the model from the business by liaising with different stakeholders

• Prepare a project plan in terms of requirements  for completion of model

• Prepare and analyse data

• Develop a descriptive or predictive mathematical or statistical model making use of available statistical tools

• Validate the model in terms of requirements

• Communicate the models performance (verbal and written) to relevant stakeholders

• Prepare a presentation of results for presentation to Exco or identified stakeholders for final approval

• Document specifications and process of model roll out working with Strategy Manager and bureau for deployment

• Test and validate functionality of the implementation of the model in terms of requirements

• Assist in regression analysis by creating new score cards

• Review current modelling methodologies in respect to international best practices

 

Scorecard monitoring

• Monitor scorecards to determine predictive power is maintained on an ongoing basis

• Analyse data in respect of scorecards where outcomes are not in line with expectations to identify causes for variances

• Identify and recommend suitable solutions in writing with evidence of the identified problem

• Implement approved solution in terms of recommendation

Mentoring and training

• Assist team members with new tasks in respect of unfamiliar aspects of the job

• Train team members in respect of technical aspects  and business aspect of the job as well as for succession planning

 

Change Management

• Write appropriate specifications need to implement change process or recommendation after obtaining necessary approval from Credit committee

• Oversee the changes to be done in consultation with Business Analysts

• Test and validate functionality of the implementation process

• Obtain final sign of implementation

• Maintain complete documentation of any follow up changes

 

How to Apply 

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Job ID #: 1069	Job Vacancy Type:
Province:	Contract Duration: N/A
Region: Johannesburg North	Minimum Experience Required: 3 – 5 Years
Suburb: Midrand (Midrand)	Minimum Education Required: Bachelor Degree
Company: African Bank	Qualifications Required: B Comm with stats or computer science, or BSc
Employment Equity: No	Job Category: DECISION ANALYST