• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Specialist Data Analytics (X2) Contract Ending 31 March 2028

Employer: South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Location: Gauteng
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Until March 2028)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (8-15 years)

Position Overview

Drive data-driven decision making through advanced analytics solutions for South Africa’s national tax authority. Lead the development of analytical models while maintaining data integrity and collaborating with stakeholders.

Key Requirements

  • Education:
    • Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) + 8-10 years’ experience
    • Option 2: Matric Certificate (NQF 4) + 15 years’ experience
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Advanced data analysis (SQL/R/Python)
    • Data visualization & statistical modeling
    • Business intelligence methodologies
    • Data warehousing & migration

Core Responsibilities

  • Develop predictive models using machine learning techniques
  • Design and implement data governance frameworks
  • Analyze complex datasets to identify tax compliance trends
  • Create executive-level reports and dashboards
  • Optimize data processes through continuous improvement

Key Competencies

Behavioral:
Analytical mindset · Ethical leadership · Adaptive problem-solving · Stakeholder collaboration

Technical:
Advanced statistical analysis · Data governance · System optimization · Regulatory compliance

Application Notice

This position requires completion of comprehensive background checks. SARS maintains strict ethical recruitment practices – no application fees are required at any stage.

Application Method:
Qualified candidates should apply through the SARS careers portal by the specified deadline.

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