Job Description

We are hiring a Business Analyst to join our amazing team. The successful candidate will report to the Head of the Department. Your role as a Business Analyst is to analyze, document and update business requirements for product processes, procedures and systems.

MUST HAVE:

• Matric
• Relevant Degree in BSc Information Systems, BCom Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Analysis, BBusSc or related
• 3 years experience in a similar environment, of which 1 - 2 years experience as a Business Analyst II
• Solution viability assessment and business case orientation
  
• Basic understanding of developing business cases
• Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation
• In-depth understanding of financial data and banking information systems
• Expert knowledge of Excel and Access
• Strong knowledge and use of design process tools (Visio, Firstmap)
• Experience in documenting and implementing complex and/ or multiple projects/ initiatives in line with business vision and strategy
• Experience with the development and interpretation of reports

Skills and competencies:

• Business acumen and problem-solving
• Well presented, professional individual with excellent written and verbal language skills.
• Ability to effectively negotiate.
• Ability to create and implement strategies.
• Ability to work within a target-driven and pressured environment.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in conceptualization, design and planning of projects for product house, business unit or segment
• Contribute to the development of a budget aligned to operational delivery plans, monitor effectiveness, and report on variances
• Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships within the company and/or across the Group
• Continuously assess own performance, seek timely and clear feedback and request training where appropriate
• Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership in the area of expertise
• Develop new insights into situations and apply innovative solutions to make organizational improvements
• Ensure compliance with legislative and audit requirements and adherence to relevant processes
• Compile reports that track progress and guide businesses to make informed decisions
• Produce high-quality work by adhering to predefined standards and procedures and in accordance with compliance and governance standards
• Focus on providing optimal services and improving service delivery processes to meet or exceed customer expectations
• Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation
• Prevent wastage and identify process improvements to contain and reduce costs
• Improve efficiencies by reviewing assigned business processes to identify and address operational, financial and technological risks