(1237) Applications Functional Specialist x2 - BSTD na South African Reserve Bank
South African Reserve Bank · Pretoria, África do Sul · Onsite
- Professional
- Escritório em Pretoria
Brief description
The main purpose of this position is to provide functional support to the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Business Applications, with the focus on analysis, testing, configuration and general application support.
Detailed description
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Provide functional support to SARB Application users on assigned modules with the focus on testing, business analysis, system setup and configuration.
- Take responsibility for driving analysis initiatives from initiation to implementation on projects of low/medium risk with a cycle of up to 18 months.
- Facilitate workshops independently and consult with business owners and stakeholders in respect of problem definition and the identification of business requirements/needs.
- Review business processes and procedures, analyse business needs and associated data, identify and assess possible solutions, and define the associated requirements.
- Elaborate the scope and feasibility of solutions and develop the supporting business case.
- Manage change requirements and supporting specifications and provide functional specification and manage acceptance testing.
- Investigate problem and propose solutions by interacting with users, developers and other stakeholders.
- Configure complex business processes and tasks (where appropriate) within a system for improvement.
- Identify and register risks within their application functional streams.
- Provide input into the development of system training manuals, training plans and present training courses in support of new implementation.
- Configure (functional) the application as per approved business requirements and align with best practice.
Qualifications
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
- a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Management/Technology or an equivalent qualification; and
- five to eight years’ experience within a business analysis environment/application support or project environment.
Technical Requirements
- functional experience in Appworks or workflow management;
- experience in the field of financial supervisory / regulatory systems;
- functional experience with the OpenText xECM platform;
Additional requirements include:
- business acumen;
- effective communication;
- judgement and decision making;
- a service and stakeholder focus;
- a drive for results;
- planning and organising;
- problem solving and analysis;
- conceptual thinking;
- building and managing relationships; and
- teamwork.
In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.
The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.
Company
About SARB
Primary mandate of the SARB
Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:
The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.
The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.
WHAT WE DO
Monetary Policy
The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.
Financial Stability
The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.
Prudential Regulation
The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.
Financial Markets
Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.
Financial Surveillance
The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.
Payments and Settlements
The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.
Statistics
The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.
Research
Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.
Banknotes and Coin
The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.
