Job Description

Business Analyst (Data Science & ML Focus)
Location: George, Western Cape | Full-time
Are you passionate about translating complex machine learning insights into meaningful business decisions? At Badger Holdings SA, we're looking for a forward-thinking Business Analyst with a focus on Data Science and Machine Learning (ML) to help bridge the gap between our data science teams and business operations.
What You'll Do:

• Act as the key liaison between data science teams and various business units.
• Gather, define, and document both technical and business requirements for ML initiatives.
• Evaluate and report on the performance and impact of ML models on the business.
• Communicate insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear, compelling way.
• Ensure that operational teams understand and make the most of ML outputs.
• Design intuitive dashboards and reporting tools to track model KPIs and outcomes.

What You Bring:
Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Actuarial Science.
• Strong capability to interpret model outputs and distill them into actionable business strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Solid understanding of data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in requirements gathering for data or ML projects.
• Ability to assess and articulate business value derived from ML solutions.

Preferred (Not Mandatory):

• Background in the insurance or financial services sector.
• Hands-on experience working with analytics or data science teams.
• Exposure to ML concepts and lifecycle.
• Familiarity with BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense).
• Technical exposure to Python, R, SQL, or cloud platforms like Snowflake

Why Join Us?
At Badger Holdings SA, we're not just about innovation, we're about intelligent innovation that moves the needle. You'll join a team where data-driven decisions are celebrated, and where your analytical voice can influence real outcomes across the business.
Apply Now to be a part of a data-powered future!
The position will be filled in line with Badger Holdings' culture, values, and Employment Equity policy. Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups.