Business Analyst - ICT, Midrand

Smart4 Energy; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 780 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in the insurance industry is seeking a Business Analyst to join their ICT division in Gauteng. This role involves designing and developing software requirements, collaborating with developers, and driving impactful solutions. Candidates should have a strong Maths background, a relevant business analysis or computer science qualification, along with 3–5 years in business analysis. This is a hybrid position offering a competitive salary of up to R780,000 per annum along with bi-annual performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in Business Analysis.
• Skilled in writing requirement specifications and conducting JAD sessions.
• Experience with financial/insurance product solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software requirements for new systems and enhancements.
• Facilitate JAD sessions and map business processes.
• Compile specifications and share insights with the development team.
• Deliver outputs such as business process models, domain models, use case diagrams, and test packs.

Skills

Project management

Solution architecture

Process mapping

Strong communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Matric with strong Maths

Business Analysis course or tertiary Computer Science qualification

Tools

SQL

UML

XML

BPMN

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Analyst – ICT

📍 Location: Midrand, Gauteng (Hybrid: 1 day in office/week)

💼 Type: Permanent

💰 Salary: Up to R780,000 per annum + Bi-Annual Performance Bonus

An innovative player in South Africa’s life insurance industry is looking for a Business Analyst to join their ICT division. If you thrive on designing and developing software requirements, collaborating with developers and testers, and driving impactful solutions, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop software requirements for new systems and enhancements.
• Facilitate JAD sessions and map business processes.
• Compile specifications and share insights with the development team.
• Deliver outputs such as business process models, domain models, use case diagrams, and test packs.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• Matric with strong Maths (C or higher on HG).
• Business Analysis course or tertiary Computer Science qualification.

Experience:

• 3–5 years in Business Analysis.
• Skilled in writing requirement specifications and conducting JAD sessions.
• Experience with financial/insurance product solutions.

Technical Knowledge:

• SQL, UML, XML, BPMN, Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of software architecture and compliance standards.

Skills & Traits:

• Project management, solution architecture, process mapping.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

The Selection Process will be as follows:

1. Online ICT aptitude test.
2. Written BA assessment (in-person at office).
3. 1st Interview: Business Architect & ICT Manager.
4. Final Interview: CIO.