Manager: Data Science

A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Manager: Data Science Minimum Education and Experience:

• Masters degree or higher in Data Science, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field. Actuary (AMASSA/FASSA), Statistician or Data Scientist will be advantageous but not necessary.
• 7-10 years Actuarial Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, Analytics, Mathematical Statistics, Computer Science or Business Intelligence experience within data management and analytics (actuarial, statistics, etc.).

Critical Competencies:

• Knowledge of Actuarial Software (e.g. Prophet, Moses, Basys) or Programme/Database (e.g. SQL, PowerBI, QlikView, SAS, R, Python, Tableau, or similar)
• Machine Learning - or Artificial Intelligence Governance
• Advanced Microsoft Office
• Predictive Analytics, Pricing Methodologies and/or Machine Learning
• Statistical/Actuarial models and Analytical Methods
• Database and Querying
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR, POPIA, AML)
• Proficiency in data-related technologies and tools (e.g. data lakes, data warehouses, data visualization, machine learning)
• Actuarial Methodologies - Knowledge and understanding of the principles, regulations and legislation pertaining to acceptable actuarial policies, models, methodologies and processes
• Relevant legislation applicable to insurance companies such as the Insurance Act of
• 2017 and associated Prudential Standards Financial Soundness for Insurers as well as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFR17)
• Ability to understand Financial Statements, Accounting Ratios and Risk Metrics

Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful.

However, please keep a lookout on our website, www.sixsense.co.za for available positions which may be inline with your career aspirations.