IT Applications Business Analyst

IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly skilled IT Applications Business Analyst to join their dynamic IT team in Abu Dhabi. The role is crucial for bridging business needs with IT capabilities, focusing on optimizations and stakeholder management. Ideal candidates possess a bachelor's degree in a related field and have significant experience in business analysis and application implementation.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a Business Analyst or IT Applications Analyst role.
• Relevant certifications (CBAP, PMP) are a plus.
• Experience in enterprise applications and software implementation.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze business needs with stakeholders.
• Translate requirements into functional specifications.
• Collaborate with IT teams to develop and implement application solutions.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP

CRM

Job description

The Emirates Investment Authority (EIA) is seeking a highly skilled IT Applications Business Analyst to join our dynamic IT team in Abu Dhabi. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring our applications drive efficiency and innovation.

If you have a passion for business process optimization, technology solutions, and stakeholder management, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact within the UAE's sovereign wealth fund.

Responsibilities

Business Requirements & Analysis:

• Work closely with stakeholders to gather and analyze business needs.
• Translate requirements into functional and technical specifications.
• Identify areas for improvement in business processes and workflows.

Solution Design & Implementation:

• Collaborate with IT teams to develop and implement application solutions.
• Ensure solutions align with organizational goals and IT architecture.
• Assist in testing, deployment, and system enhancements.

Documentation & Training:

• Create and maintain user manuals, functional specifications, and process flows.
• Conduct training sessions to support end-users.

Continuous Improvement & Optimization:

• Monitor IT application performance and recommend enhancements.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (CBAP, PMP) are a plus.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in a Business Analyst or IT Applications Analyst role.
• Experience in enterprise applications, software implementation, and process improvement.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in IT applications, databases, and enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, etc.).
• Knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to bridge IT and business teams.
• Stakeholder management experience.