Job Reference Number: H090001
Department: IT Data and Analytics
Business Unit:
Industry: Pharmaceutical And Medical/Healthcare
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
At Ampath, we recognise that data is one of our most valuable assets. As our Head of Data and Analytics, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how data is governed, understood and transformed into meaningful insight that supports better decisions, innovation and organisational growth.
At Ampath, we recognise that data is one of our most valuable assets. As our Head of Data and Analytics, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how data is governed, understood and transformed into meaningful insight that supports better decisions, innovation and organisational growth.
This is an opportunity to lead a highly specialised function at the intersection of technology, business strategy and people leadership. You will be responsible for setting the direction of Ampath's Data and Analytics capability, ensuring that our data platforms, business intelligence, reporting, analytics and data science functions work together to create trusted, actionable insights.
Beyond technology, this role is about empowering people. You will foster a culture where curiosity, accountability and analytical thinking thrive, while enabling leaders across the organisation to make informed decisions with confidence. Through your leadership, you will help strengthen organisational capability, support continuous learning, and create an environment where talented professionals can grow, contribute and achieve their full potential.
As a strategic partner to senior leadership, you will ensure Ampath remains future-focused, leveraging modern data practices and evolving technologies to unlock opportunities that enhance business performance, improve operational effectiveness and support our long-term vision.
Role Qualification Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong academic foundation in a relevant discipline and a passion for leveraging data as a strategic business asset. You will hold an NQF Level 8 qualification in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Informatics, Business Analytics, Engineering, Health Informatics or a related field.
A postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 9 would be advantageous, particularly where it demonstrates advanced expertise in technology, analytics or business leadership. Formal leadership or management qualifications will also be beneficial, reflecting your ability to lead high-performing teams and inspire others towards shared objectives.
Professional certifications in areas such as data management, data governance, business intelligence, data warehousing, cloud data platforms, data science, artificial intelligence, information security, privacy, governance or project management will strengthen your profile. While not essential, these qualifications will demonstrate your commitment to continuous development and keeping pace with an evolving data landscape.
Most importantly, you will bring a learning mindset and a genuine enthusiasm for building capabilities that support both organisational success and individual growth.
You will have extensive experience of 10 years or more, working across multiple areas of data and analytics, including data warehousing, business intelligence, analytics, data engineering, data integration, data management and data science. Your career journey will demonstrate a deep understanding of how data can be used to create value, solve complex business challenges and support strategic decision-making.
You will also have substantial experience of at least five years leading teams, functions or divisions within a complex organisational environment. As an established leader, you will be comfortable defining strategic direction, fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups and creating clarity in environments that require both innovation and operational excellence.
Experience within healthcare, pathology or similarly regulated environments will be advantageous, enabling you to understand the importance of data governance, confidentiality, quality and trust. Equally important will be your ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution, ensuring that data initiatives translate into meaningful outcomes for the organisation.
Your leadership experience should reflect a commitment to developing people, empowering teams and creating an environment where performance, engagement and growth are encouraged and supported.
Role Skills Requirements
This role calls for a leader who combines technical expertise with commercial awareness, strategic insight and exceptional people leadership skills.
You will possess a strong understanding of data and analytics strategy, data architecture, data modelling, data warehousing, business intelligence, reporting, data engineering and modern data platforms. You will be comfortable leading conversations around data governance, data quality, metadata management, analytics adoption and the responsible use of artificial intelligence.
Your ability to translate complex technical concepts into meaningful business conversations will be essential. You will have a talent for building trusted relationships with stakeholders, helping leaders understand how data can support decision-making, improve outcomes and enable organisational transformation.
You will be recognised for your ability to foster collaboration across technology, operations and business functions, bringing together diverse perspectives to solve problems and drive innovation. Your leadership style will inspire confidence, accountability and ownership, while creating opportunities for others to contribute, develop and succeed.
Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills will enable you to champion a culture of evidence-based decision-making, data literacy and continuous improvement. You will also demonstrate sound judgement in balancing innovation with governance, ensuring that data remains secure, ethical and aligned with organisational priorities.
Above all, you will be passionate about developing people and building a capability that is not only technically strong but also adaptable, future-focused and committed to excellence.
Role Impact
As Head of Data and Analytics, your influence will extend well beyond the boundaries of the division. You will shape how Ampath uses data to make decisions, identify opportunities and respond to future challenges with confidence and agility.
Your leadership will ensure that data is trusted, accessible and effectively governed, enabling colleagues across the organisation to move from information to insight and from insight to action. By strengthening the connection between business needs and analytical capability, you will help create meaningful value for patients, employees, customers and stakeholders.
You will play a key role in cultivating a high-performance culture where individuals are empowered to contribute, learn and grow. Through coaching, mentorship and leadership development, you will help build future capability while creating opportunities for talented professionals to progress and thrive.
By encouraging collaboration, driving continuous improvement and promoting responsible innovation, you will position the Data and Analytics Division as a valued strategic partner that supports organisational resilience, informed decision-making and sustainable success.
This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader who is passionate about unlocking the power of data, developing people and shaping the future of analytics within one of South Africa's leading healthcare organisations.
Employment Equity and Diversity
At Ampath, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. In line with our Employment Equity goals, we actively encourage applications from individuals across all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and excellence in healthcare, and we are proud to create a space where everyone can thrive.
Hours of Work
40 hours per week
Work week
5 days
Location
Centurion
Closing Date
26 August 2026 at 21:00
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