Business Analyst

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Siginon is an African word derived from an indigenous –all weather-tree, found in the Rift Valley of Kenya. Descriptively, the Siginon tree is composed of deep roots, a strong wide trunk with an extensive canopy of ever green foliage providing a large shade. This tree offers refuge from the harsh elements be it the scorching sun or pounding rain in the tropical and at times unpredictable climate in Kenya. The Siginon tree is considered a blessing among the communities wherever it is present.

JOB SUMMARY

Education, Professional Qualifications & Work experienceBachelor’s Degree in Information Technology.Relevant professional qualifications/certifications (SAP, SAP BYD, CBAP, Data analytics, PMI certification).Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar roleExcellent Knowledge of System development life cycle

RESPONSIBILITIES

Trains, leads, and provides technical guidance to user departments and technical staff assigned to business systems analysis; directs the work of peers and/or subordinate professional Information Technology staff on assigned projects.Analyses and evaluates business requirements consults with personnel from various departments, and identifies areas for the development of technical solutions to automate and/or improve business processes.Provides recommendations on new or enhanced systems, software, upgrades, and modifications. Evaluates and balances the requirements/needs of multiple departments/divisions in identifying the technical solution that will best meet the identified needs. Participates in developing strategic plans for systems/applications development for the business units.Acts as the project lead over moderate/large business automation projects; develops and monitors project budgets and resources; interfaces with clients to define project scope and review project activities, recommendations, and outcomes; coordinates the use of project resources based on project requirements; designs and implements project testing and quality assurance processes.Assigning and directing project team members that cross multiple IT disciplines and/or departments; as well as other resources, on assigned Systems projects to ensure compliance with schedule, budget, and project specifications.Coordinating the activities of contract personnel and/or vendors, consistent with project plans; identifying and resolving obstacles to progress.In liaison with the Business Systems Manager, design and direct project testing and quality assurance processes for assigned ICT projects.Coordinates and conducts user training sessions; develops and updates user documentation, written instructions, training guides, manuals, and materials for users and applications support staff; meets with users to provide information regarding system changes and enhancements and to address any questions or issues.Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and drive business efficiency based on rigorousanalytical examination.Design, develop, and maintain reporting and business intelligence solutions withinprescribed guidelines and business requirements.Maintain proper system access controls and authorization matrices in compliance tothe company’s ICT policy and in alignment with the approved organizational structure.Performance of periodic Business Systems security audits on the application logs to guarantee data integrity, security, reliability, and consistency. Ensure full implementation of internal audit recommendations on the business systems.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Risk management, Budgeting, financial planning, Accounting, Compliance, Risk analysis, Financial analysis, Financial controlling

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Post-graduate education