Business Intelligence Intern

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Description

A 12-month, full-time internship within the Business Intelligence Unit, designed for candidates passionate about using data to inform decision-making and impact evaluation in conservation. The intern will help analyze and visualize data, develop data collection tools, manage data pipelines, and support park teams in becoming more data-driven, all within a stimulating, hands-on learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop standardized dashboards and analytical reports using Microsoft Power BI and ArcGIS
• Support the development, optimization, and roll-out of data collection tools (eg, surveys in Esri Survey123)
• Develop and manage automated data pipelines (eg, from SharePoint to Power BI, or within Microsoft Fabric)
• Ensure data integrity by auditing and cleaning key datasets from protected areas
• Manage user accounts and permissions in apps, Esri tools, and Power BI
• Research open-source datasets and the latest Tech/AI advancements for integration
• Digitize and manage spatial datasets across the portfolio

Qualifications

• Education: Pursuing or completed a degree in Sciences, Tech/IT, preferably in ecological/conservation sciences, informatics, computer science, or social sciences
• Passion: A strong passion for nature conservation and supporting local communities
• Technical Skills:
• Skilled in analyzing and cleaning large datasets
• Familiarity with coding languages (in order of preference): DAX & M (Power BI), R, Python, SQL
• Working knowledge of geospatial tools, preferably ArcGIS Pro and the Esri online environment
• Personal Attributes:
• Keen attention to detail and ownership of projects
• Good data visualization, reporting, and presentation skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to learn
• Experience in designing training materials is advantageous

Application instructions:

• Use the Reference Number: AP-321 when applying. The closing date is 2025/12/03. Candidates must have South African nationality, residency, or a valid work permit. The role requires being based at the head office in Bryanston, Johannesburg