Business Analyst (Practice and Governance)

Datacentrix; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Business Analyst to enhance their analytical practices. This strategic role involves working at an executive level, leading the implementation of governance frameworks, and collaborating with key stakeholders to drive business success. Candidates should possess strong technical skills and have extensive experience in strategic advisory roles.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years' experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 4 years in a senior or strategic advisory capacity.
• Experience in transforming BA frameworks and governance models.
• Proficient in governance frameworks (e.g., BABOK) and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the Department Head for MANCO-related requests.
• Lead the design and implementation of BA governance and standards.
• Collaborate with other strategic units to ensure business and technology alignment.

Skills

Business Analysis

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Agile

Waterfall

Governance

Strategic Thinking

Practice Maturity Models

Education

BCom (Information Systems)

Bachelor in Business Administration

BSc (Information Systems)

Honours or Master's degree

Job description

Our client in the Western Suburbs of Johannesburg is seeking a highly experienced and strategically minded Business Analyst to join their team on a contractual basis to drive the maturity and excellence of Business Analysis practices across the organisation. This role requires a thought leader who can operate at an executive level, support MANCO-aligned initiatives, and lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks, standards, and methodologies. The ideal candidate is not only technically strong but also a respected influencer, capable of shaping how Business Analysis contributes to strategic business success. You should have 8-10 years of experience as a Business Analyst and thrive in strategic advisory roles

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Act as a strategic partner to the Department Head in fulfilling MANCO-related requests and supporting business planning.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of BA governance, standards, tools, templates, and methodologies.
• Serve as a thought leader in Business Analysis by identifying and driving opportunities for practice advancement and innovation.
• Provide quality assurance oversight on major business requirements, solution designs, and business case development.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, translating strategic goals into practical initiatives and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, PMO, HR, and other strategic units to ensure alignment of business and technology initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills :

• Qualifications : BCom (Information Systems), Bachelor in Business Administration, Bachelor of IT : Information Systems, BSc (Information Systems). Honours or Master's degree will be an advantage.
• Skills : 8–10 years' experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 4 years in a senior or strategic advisory capacity, Transforming BA frameworks and governance models, Enterprise analysis, strategic planning support, and business value management, Agile and Waterfall environments, with the ability to tailor approaches based on context, Proficient in governance, frameworks (e.g., BABOK), strategic thinking, and practice maturity models

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