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Standard Bank Group Lusaka

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Employer and vacancy source: Standard Bank Group

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  • EmployerStandard Bank Group
  • LocationLusaka
  • Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
  • Application methodExternal application link
  • Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Job facts

Key details for this vacancy

Employer
Standard Bank Group
Location
Lusaka
Posted
September 20, 2026
Job type
Full Time
Category
Other
Application method
External application link
  • Full Time
  • Lusaka

Website Standard Bank Group

Job description

Job Overview
Company: Stanbic Bank Zambia
Location: ZM, Lusaka Province, Lusaka, Addis Ababa Drive
Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking
Job Type: Full-time
Job Ref ID: 80456070A-0001
Date Posted: 16/09/2026
Job Description

Assist in applying data mining techniques and conduct statistical analysis to large, structured and unstructured data sets to understand and analyse phenomena. Model business problems, discovering insights and opportunities through statistical, algorithmic, machine learning and visualisation techniques, working closely with clients, data and technology teams to turn data into critical information used to make sound business decisions.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Information Studies
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology

Experience Required
Data Monetisation
Data & Analytics
3-4 years
Experience in working with unstructured data (e.g. Streams, images) Understanding of data flows, data architecture, ETL and processing of structured and unstructured data. Using data mining to discover new patterns from large datasets. Implement standard and proprietary algorithms for handling and processing data. Experience with common data science toolkits, such as SAS, R, SPSS, etc. Experience with data visualisation tools, such as Power BI, Tableau, etc.

3-4 years
Proven development experience in software and software engineering. Understanding of financial services data processes, systems, and products. Experience in technical business intelligence. Knowledge of IT infrastructure and data principles. Project management experience. Experience in building models (credit scoring, propensity models, churn, etc.)

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Adopting Practical Approaches
  • Articulating Information
  • Challenging Ideas
  • Checking Things
  • Examining Information
  • Exploring Possibilities
  • Interacting with People
  • Interpreting Data
  • Meeting Timescales
  • Producing Output
  • Providing Insights
  • Team Working

Technical Competencies:

  • Data Analysis
  • Database Administration
  • Data Integrity
  • Knowledge Classification
  • Research & Information Gathering
Additional Information
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.
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