Job Description

SYSTEMS ANALYST (Competent) Permanent Position (1 post) The South African Medical Research Councilxe2x80x99s Strategy, Project Management and Business Analysis Office (SProMBA) requires a suitably qualified Systems Analyst with experience business systems development and support. The duties of the advertised position include conducting systems requirements analysis, identifying system-based solutions, writing functional specifications, system configuration, testing development and participating in projects in a professional, efficient, and service-orientated manner. The position requires a hands-on approach to systems implementation and second line production support and training. Responsibilities:

• Analysis, design, development, testing, documentation and delivery of new or revised functionality in accordance with the SDLC.

• Participation in upgrade projects (new releases or support packages).

• Monitoring and analysis of system support calls/requests and issue management.

• Refinement of business systems solutions.

• Participating in implementation, system support, upgrades and rollout

• Training users how to use software effectively in their operations.

• Engagement with stakeholders on systems, processes and business requirements

• Support project deliverables and milestones for multiple projects

Core Requirements:

• 3-year National Diploma OR Degree in Information Systems/ Computer Science, or related field.

• Minimum of two years relevant experience in a business system development and support environment.

• Experience of working on system implementation projects.

• Aptitude to learn system functionality.

• A sound understanding of reporting and analytics.

• Demonstrated ability to provide structured documentation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving

• Communication and exceptional interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work within a team.

• Experience in training staff (modules, presentations etc.)

• A meticulous approach to work i.e., keen attention to detail and accuracy for working under pressure while managing competing demands / multiple projects.

Advantageous:

• Experience in the public sector and/or research administration processes.

• Hands-on configuration experience of package or ERP systems

• Configuration skills and experience in Converis, Pentaho, or Web Development.

• Hands-on SQL and/or XML experience

• Familiarity with command line in Linux

• A sound knowledge of data migration/integration methods and tools

• Prior experience on a portal or web-based system implementation

• Understanding of object-oriented databases

Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRCxe2x80x99s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender, and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date. A salary of R501 455 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications. Closing date: 23 November 2023 PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R662A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION. This website is optimised for secure, standards compliant web browsers. In order to view and use this website, you should use a web browser other than Internet Explorer.