Data Analyst

The Data Analyst III is responsible for assisting business teams and management with the development and implementation of operational metrics, dashboards, and reporting. They use visualisation tools to understand and manipulate complex datasets to generate impactful visualisations. Additionally, they provide ad-hoc reporting services and continually develop new methods for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage ESG data structures and reporting linkages on ESG data system, Workiva across the Group, including the integration of acquisitions.
• Develop ESG dashboards and performance insights to track Sustainability Linked-Loan targets, strategic ESG metrics, climate performance and CSI indicators.
• Optimise the ESG data platform and processes, improving automation, data flows, reporting linkages and version control.
• Strengthen ESG data governance and assurance readiness through clear data definitions, methodologies, calculation protocols, controls and supporting evidence.
• Coordinate Group-wide ESG data collection and reporting across business units and regions for annual reporting, ratings agencies, CDP, regulatory submissions and other key reporting requirements.
• Manage and maintain the supporting evidence required for external assurance.
• Support climate and GHG emissions data management, including emissions baselines, climate targets, performance tracking and data required for the Group’s climate transition plan.
• Support and train ESG data owners on platform use, reporting requirements, data definitions, controls and evidence requirements. 

Requirements

• 3-year Bachelor’s degree or other equivalent qualification in Data Analytics; Computer Science; Information systems; or Finance.
• Postgraduate qualification or formal studies in Sustainability or Environmental Management studies would be preferred  
• Certification or training in Carbon Accounting, Sustainability Reporting would be preferred  

Skills

• Experience managing large, complex datasets across multiple stakeholders, business units or regions
• Advanced Excel and Power Query are essential. API’s and SQL are desirable
• ESG reporting, sustainability data management 

Behaviours 

• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Organizational savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people 

Preference will be given but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset.  TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands.  We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

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