Data Specialist

SUMMARY:
Our client in Midrand is looking for a Data Specialist to provide technology and data support for a one-off project to consolidate and organize our physical and digital data sources. He/She will be responsible for collating and verifying data from multiple sources, assisting with the implementation of data hardware (paper) and software storage systems, creating a structure to manage such systems and executing data transfers.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Degree in Information Management/ Data Analytics/Computer Science
• Ability to read, interpret, and verify data from multiple formats
• Knowledge of data retrieval and storage systems
• Ability to work independently on projects
• Knowledge of computer hardware systems and peripherals
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Conducting a thorough data analysis information and storage systems
• Implementing a digital conversion program using existing IT tools/systems
• Interfacing with third party data archiving vendors
• Verifying and extracting data from hardcopy and other digital sources
• Importing and transferring data to a secure central database
• Defining a management system to store and access data and information going forward
• Performing data integrity and quality audits
• Creating and submitting data collation reports
• Troubleshooting information storage issues
• Training staff on data storage and retrieval processes
• Regular reporting directly to senior management

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