š OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWBCX is actively recruiting for a Ops Specialist: Functional Business Analyst position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector looking to advance their careers.
šÆ IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profileā¢ Experience Level: 5 - 10 years ā¢ Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent ā¢ Industry Focus: Data / Business / Analysis / Ai ā¢ Location Preference: in Gauteng
š¼ WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Ops Specialist: Functional Business Analyst position is an important role within the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
š CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSWith 5-10 years in Data / Business / Analysis / Ai, you're positioned for senior roles. This opportunity allows you to mentor others and drive strategic initiatives.
š APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Ops Specialist: Functional Business Analyst position, ensure your CV highlights: ā¢ Relevant experience matching the 5 - 10 years requirement ā¢ Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor ā¢ Specific achievements in the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai field ā¢ Any certifications or specialized training
š SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Core Description
The Functional Business Analyst role focuses on business processes, user requirements, and functional logic embedded in legacy mainframe system(s). The functional BA works closely with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to map as-is processes, elicit functional requirements and define the to-be business capabilities to be implemented in the modernised application landscape.Ā Key Deliverables / Primary Functions Elicit, analyse and document business, functional and non-functional requirements, business rules and user needs, working closely with business stakeholders, legacy system SMEās.Ā Conduct detailed as-is process analysis of the legacy mainframe application(s) (Natural/ ADABAS), business workflows.Ā Define and document to-be business processes, functional requirements, and business capabilities aligned to the target architecture.Ā Develop detailed process maps (level 1-4), functional decomposition and business rules catalogues.Ā Collaborate with Solutions and Application Architects to ensure business requirements and functionality are accurately reflected and enhanced in the target solutions designs.Ā Support change management by working with business users to validate functional requirements and to prepare for adoption of modernised solution(s).Ā Facilitate workshops, interviews and walkthroughs with stakeholders to validate requirements and design decisions.Ā Ensure Requirements governance and change control, maintaining clear versioning and traceability throughout the modernisation process/lifecycle.Ā Support test planning and execution by reviewing test cases Ā and acceptance criteria. Ā
Core Functional Skills & Capabilities
Technology Stack Process Re-engineering Analytical Skills Business Analysis Impactful Communication
Core Behavioural Competencies
Job Match Presenting and Communicating information Working with people Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations Analysing Writing and Reporting
Minimum Qualifications
NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Information Systems or Computer Science
Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage
Experience5 - 10 yearsā experience as a Business Analyst in a complex enterprise IT environment.Ā
Certifications
DAMA Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry
Level of Engagement & Span of Control
Level of Engagement Ā Ā Ā Engagement with all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.Ā
Special Requirements / Employment Condition
Valid Drivers license Willing to travel Ability to work extended /long hours as and when required
Workplace / Physical Requirements
Hybrid Remote Worker Billable
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