People Analytics Specialist needed at Biovac

• BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to “protect life”. We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous People Analytics Specialist to join a goal-oriented team

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

• Bachelors degree in data Analytics, HR, Industrial Psychology, Business Intelligence, or related field

Experience needed to deliver the role seamlessly:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR analytics, business intelligence, or a related data-driven role.
• Proven experience operating at a strategic level within a complex organisational environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, advanced formulas, macros/VBA).
• Strong understanding of HR processes, metrics, and systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

Core Technical Delivery:

• Design, build, and maintain advanced Excel-based dashboards and models using pivot tables, Power Query, complex formulas, and VBA/macros.
• Development & Completion of all Monthly, Quarterly, Annual Reporting and data tracking
• Monthly payroll BVAs
• Automate and optimise recurring reports to ensure accuracy, scalability, and timely delivery of key HR metrics.
• Analyse workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the employee lifecycle.
• Integrate Excel-based analytics with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and HRIS platforms.
• Lead the development of predictive and diagnostic analytics to support strategic HR initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and usability across all analytics outputs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to continuously improve data architecture and reporting capabilities.

Business Management

• Own the people analytics strategy and ensure alignment with organisational and HR priorities.
• Act as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders, translating workforce data into actionable insights.
• Lead the delivery of analytics projects that support workforce planning, talent optimisation, and organisational design.
• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Influence cross-functional teams to embed analytics into core HR and business processes.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of analytics interventions and recommend improvements.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of learning programmes, using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements related to training and development.
• Influence organisational culture by embedding learning into performance, leadership, and career development processes.
• Skills Audits

Application Deadline: 20 November 2025