• At least five years relevant work experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Human Resources (with specialization in Employment Equity), or a related field
• Proficient in data analysis tools and techniques, including Excel, and data visualization software

Are you passionate about using data to drive meaning and strategic change across an organization? Do you have exceptional analytical skills and a deep understanding of Employment Equity (EE) and/or Skills Development (SD) regulations? If so, this is your chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking company where innovation and progress are at the core of our mission.

AWS South Africa is seeking a Business Analyst with EE & SD experience to join our team. In this crucial role, you will leverage your expertise to analyze diversity and skills development data from multiple sources. This will involve verifying the accuracy and integrity of the data, identifying outliers and trends, and uncovering best practices as well as potential risks. You will be responsible for translating this data into meaningful reports tailored for various levels across the organization.

This role will be instrumental in fulfilling our statutory reporting requirements, including the preparation of EE Reports, Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and Annual Training Reports (ATR), Social and Ethics (So E) reporting, as well as Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) Reports. You will also support us in navigating audits conducted by government agencies such as the Department of Employment and Labour. Effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams will be essential to your success in this role.

The ability to access, analyze, and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data is critical. You must also demonstrate the skills to identify and mitigate risks, anticipate and address potential bottlenecks, address stakeholder concerns, and make informed tradeoffs.

Key job responsibilities

• Analyze and aggregate complex data from various sources to identify trends, outliers, and actionable insights
• Ensure accurate and compliant legislative reporting including EE, WSP, ATR, Kings IV, BCEA, and COIDA Reports
• Provide data-driven recommendations to support the design and implementation of impactful transformation programs
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure diversity data is leveraged effectively across the organization
• Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and legislative requirements related to SD and EE reporting
• Assist in the development of data visualization tools and dashboards to enhance transparency and accountability
• Perform regular system audits to ensure complete and accurate reporting of data/metrics
• Support with ad hoc compliance requests as needed.
• Skills Development Facilitator certification
• Demonstrable data cleaning, preparation and data mining experience
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience on Employment Equity or Skills Development legislation, including preparation and submission of Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports.
• Demonstrable ability to draft and present detailed reports
• Demonstrable experience working with various levels of leaders whilst managing multiple and simultaneous competing priorities.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.