Job Description

As a dynamic, knowledgeable and deeply experienced Senior Systems Analyst, we'd love you to join our vibrant technology team, adding your impact to support local and international digital health projects in the public health technology sector.

The Senior Systems Analyst works with current systems, designs new systems, and enhances the legacy environment. You will need to be proactive, should be able to communicate with both business and technical stakeholders, and be able to adapt to different technology stacks. This role has a strong focus on system interoperability and requires a person with extensive knowledge and experience in system integration design and documentation, using recognised international standards.

As a Senior Systems Analyst, you will work closely with the Lead Analyst by supporting Fast Health Interoperability Resources (FHIR)xc2xae leadership within the Technical Assistance Partner (TAP) consortium, driving FHIRxc2xae capacity building and training initiatives; representing Jembi during in-country engagements and developing all required FHIRxc2xae artifacts. While this capacity will not be limited to FHIR activities, this will be the starting point.

Required skills & experience

xe2x97x8f 3 -5 years or more proven work experience as a system analyst/developer or related function in a relevant domain

xe2x97x8f Degree or recognised qualification in Informatics (Software Development or System Analysis)

xe2x97x8f Experience with agile software development methodologies

xe2x97x8f Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

xe2x97x8f Demonstrated analytical skills

xe2x97x8f Problem solving and strong communication skills

xe2x97x8f Ability to work on multiple projects in parallel

xe2x97x8f As a health system analyst, you will be expected to have a working knowledge of software development and programming, as well as knowledge of design and modelling of software applications

xe2x97x8f Ability to liaise both with stakeholders and internal business, technical and implementer teams

xe2x97x8f Strong background in digital health (advantageous)

xe2x97x8f Experience with planning and product delivery management software such as JIRA (advantageous)

xe2x97x8f Experience working in the public health sector (advantageous)

xe2x97x8f Clearly articulate and document business processes, user and functional requirements

xe2x97x8f Produce a Business and User Requirements Specification

xe2x97x8f Obtain key inputs from architecture and technical teams to identify solution interdependencies

xe2x97x8f Document the technical specifications in collaboration with the technical team

xe2x97x8f Produce the Technical Systems Specification

xe2x97x8f Collaborate with Architects on solution design and support the Architect/Technical lead during architectural discussions

xe2x97x8f Collaborate with Data Analysts on Data analysis

xe2x97x8f Support the development of Quality Assurance (QA) testing strategiesCommunicate business requirements to the technical team

xe2x97x8f Translate the business requirements into user stories (in JIRA) for hand over to the development team. These user stories must include acceptance criteria

xe2x97x8f Perform functional testing

xe2x97x8f Support the User Acceptance Testing Process

xe2x97x8f Provide input to Training and User documentation

xe2x97x8f Provide input to System and User Support

xe2x97x8f Provide input to project plans and resourcing plans

xe2x97x8f Provide input to implementation activities

xe2x97x8f Design appropriate training courses

xe2x97x8f Develop training materials

xe2x97x8f Conduct end user training and assessment

xe2x97x8f Conduct train-the-trainer sessions

xe2x97x8f Writing and implementing efficient code as required by the Lead Analyst

xe2x97x8f Collaborate with Developers by determining operational practicality

xe2x97x8f Developing quality assurance procedures as identified by the Lead Analyst

xe2x97x8f Deploying software tools, processes, and metrics as identified by the Lead Analyst

xe2x97x8f Maintaining and upgrading existing systems as identified by the Lead Analyst

Beneficial skills & experience

xe2x97x8f SQL

xe2x97x8f Software Development experience

xe2x97x8f Web-based technologies

xe2x97x8f RESTful interactions

xe2x97x8f FHIRxc2xae Specification ( )

xe2x97x8f Postman - Defining JSON payloads, creating message requests, scripting variables into the payload etc.

xe2x97x8f Data modelling using PlantUML

xe2x97x8f QA Automated Testing

Other

Remuneration:

Jembi offers a highly attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

What we offer:

xe2x97x8f Jembi attracts top talent and offers an unparalleled opportunity to work with accomplished professionals at the forefront of global digital health and develop innovative programs in low resource settings.

xe2x97x8f An opportunity to travel in Africa and make a real difference to strengthening health in low resource settings.

Please note

xe2x97x8f Jembi may appoint this position at a different management level commensurate with the skill and experience of the successful applicant/s and, depending on qualifications.

xe2x97x8f The role description, above, is not intended to be all-inclusive and will change to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.

Enquiries and Applications:

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application to and include a comprehensive CV; together with your motivation for wanting to join our teams. Applicants may also request to speak with a senior person at Jembi to clarify any aspect of the position.

Enquiries can be directed to Jembi Health Systems, Human Resources in Cape Town on +27 21 701 0939.

Please use the recruitment reference number when applying for the post.

Jembi reserves the right to not appoint the position if it does not find a suitable candidate.

General Conditions:

All new Jembi positions are linked to specific project funding and include a three-month probationary period.

Preference will be given to SA citizens and permanent residents and internal applicants. Applicants who are not SA citizens or permanent residents must be in possession of a valid work visa enabling the Applicant to work for Jembi Health Systems.

In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, due consideration will be given to Jembi Health Systems' Employment Equity and Diversity objectives. Jembi Health Systems is committed to providing equitable employment opportunities.

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Closing date:

29 Feb 2024

Location:

Hybrid/Remote with offices in Cape Town, Durban and Maputo

Tracking Code:

JHS-SSA-24

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Please note

All new Jembi positions are linked to specific project funding and include a three-month probationary period.

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There is no guarantee the advertised position will be recruited as it will depend on funding being place and the candidates applying meeting the criteria required to fill this position. Preference will be given to SA citizens and permanent residents. Applicants with work visas must possess visas which will permit them to work for Jembi Health Systems.

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In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, consideration will be given to Jembi Health Systems Employment Equity objective.

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Jembi Health Systems is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regards to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

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