Data Engineer / Analyst

University Of Fort Hare; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an experienced Data Engineer / Analyst for a 24-month contract. This role focuses on enhancing process efficiency through business process modelling and engineering. Candidates should have a minimum of 7-10 years in process engineering, possess a relevant degree, and show strong analytical skills. Experience in Agile methodologies and process modelling tools is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience in process engineering.
• Experience with industry process standards like APQC, Togaf.
• Clear understanding of various process frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define business processes and value chains.
• Identify and optimise business processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for viable solutions.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Process Standards Knowledge

Business Analysis

Process Mapping

Process Modelling Tools

Agile Methodologies

Education

Degree or Diploma in Information Technology or related field

Process Engineering Certification (e.g., CBPP)

Tools

ADONIS Toolset

Job description

Position Overview

We're recruiting for a prominent and highly respected bank, offering a 24-month contract opportunity for an experienced Data Engineer / Analyst.

This role is part of the bank's transformational programme to enhance process efficiency, effectiveness, and quality through business process modelling and engineering. We're looking for a sharp analytical thinker with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for process innovation.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of process-related standards and a clear understanding of various process frameworks
• Experience with process simulations and working knowledge of process engineering software packages
• Expertise in business architecture, business analysis, and process mapping
• Familiarity with software development and processes
• Experience in process modelling tools, preferably ADONIS toolset or similar industry standard
• Minimum 7‑10 years relevant experience with at least 5 years in a strictly process engineering capacity
• Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Engineering, Informatics or Business Information Systems OR a Process Engineering Certification such as CBPP or similar

Additional Advantages

• Banking or Financial Services industry experience
• Business architecture training or certification
• Lean and Six Sigma methods and techniques
• In‑depth understanding of the BPMN
• Experience in Agile methodologies and hybrid
• Experience in business process management initiative rollout and implementation
• Experience in strategic and business transformation initiatives
• Clear understanding of different process frameworks
• Ability to act as an agent of change management

Core Responsibilities

• Define business processes and value chains
• Identify, optimise, and integrate business processes, value streams and operating model
• Interpret and implement industry process standards and frameworks (e.g., APQC, Togaf)
• Analyse, design, develop business processes to improve systems, data, information, and people skills within specific functional areas
• Review current state processes and identify problem areas, inefficiencies, and control weaknesses
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities and recommend alternative solutions to business owners
• Identify and assess automation opportunities within the programme and provide recommendations for applications
• Develop detailed business process flows and include how technology solutions will enable the business processes
• Contribute and advise on developing target operating models and related artefacts
• Provide process documentation and operating instructions
• Conduct and contribute to process asset management such as repository content management, methodology and related artefacts
• Collaborate with key stakeholders such as architects, SMEs, process owners, technical experts to ensure viable and sustainable solutions