Data Scientist
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Job Description
Location: Remote
Reporting to: Data Lead
About the Organisation
Our client is a holistic learning ecosystem dedicated to addressing global social inequality by connecting talented youth to highvalue learning and career opportunities within the digital economy. By collaborating with learners funders global employers and education providers the organisation empowers marginalised youth with the skills experience and opportunities needed to fasttrack their career paths.
Overview of the Role
The Data Scientist will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s migration to a more advanced data management system. This includes ensuring data accuracy developing new workflows building dashboards and generating actionable insights. The role also involves contributing to the organisation's broader data strategy ensuring compliance with GDPR and POPIA regulations and mentoring learners enrolled in data science programmes.
Key Responsibilities
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Data Migration and Integrity
- Oversee the accurate migration of learner and applicant data from legacy systems to new platforms.
- Map update and validate data fields while addressing anomalies duplicates or missing information.
- Build and integrate new data workflows into the updated system to meet current requirements.
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System Development and Integration
- Collaborate with teams to replicate and enhance workflows in the new system.
- Develop userfriendly interfaces and dashboards for internal teams external partners and learners enabling them to access actionable insights.
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Data Strategy and Governance
- Assist in implementing a robust data strategy that aligns with GDPR and POPIA requirements.
- Promote best practices for data storage management and sharing across the organisation.
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Training and Learner Support
- Facilitate practical training for learners in data science courses offering mentorship and guidance.
- Update content on the learner management system (LMS) ensuring clarity and relevance while developing automated grading processes where feasible.
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Data Analytics and Insights
- Analyse organisational data to generate insights for improved learner outcomes.
- Develop predictive models and datadriven tools to enhance programme effectiveness particularly for marginalised youth.
Qualifications and Experience
- Education and Experience:
Proven experience in data migration projects with a preference for experience in education or nonprofit sectors. - Technical Skills:
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python R or SQL and experience with data management systems. Familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI) and machine learning techniques. - Compliance Knowledge:
Familiarity with GDPR POPIA and other relevant data privacy frameworks.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with data from diverse marginalised communities.
- Knowledge of cloudbased platforms (e.g. AWS Azure) and largescale data migration processes.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Personal Attributes
- A high degree of integrity and commitment to the organisation's mission and values.
- Proactive and strategic thinker with a holistic approach to challenges.
- Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
- A passion for using data to drive social impact and support learners' success.
Cultural Attributes and Values
The organisation’s culture is centred around fostering equality and creating meaningful opportunities.
Core Values
- Learner at the Centre: Empower learners by prioritising their needs and fostering curiosity exploration and ownership of their futures.
- Driven by Impact: Create work that drives progress towards a more equitable world.
- Relationships are the Glue: Build meaningful longterm connections with team members employers funders and learning providers.
- Strength in Community: Promote inclusivity and harness the collective talent of the wider community.
- Keep it Agile: Adapt to change as a means of fostering innovation and staying aligned with best practices.
Cultural Practices
- We See You: Recognise the humanity and unique contributions of every individual.
- Say It Like It Is: Prioritise honest respectful communication aimed at mutual growth.
- Build Each Other Up: Foster an environment where everyone feels empowered to succeed.
- Inspire the Flame: Encourage participation and cocreate a vision of excellence.
- Focused Ambition: Balance passion and strategy to achieve meaningful outcomes while embracing creativity.
- Be Bold Be Curious: Push boundaries take risks and learn continuously to drive improvement.
This position offers an opportunity to leverage technical expertise for meaningful social impact contributing to a mission that transforms lives through the power of data and education.
Employment Type
Full Time
