Junior Business Analyst (Full-time)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 180 000 - 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid work

Mentorship

Professional development

Port Elizabeth exposure

Resumo da oferta

WhatJobs Direct in Port Elizabeth is seeking a proactive Junior Business Analyst to bridge business needs and technology solutions. The role blends remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration, ideal for a recent graduate with strong analytical skills and a passion for understanding processes and technology.

You will gather requirements, translate them into user stories, and support process improvements across diverse projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in gathering, documenting, and analyzing business requirements from stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories.
• Support the creation of process flows, use cases, and system documentation.
• Facilitate meetings and workshops with business users and technical teams.
• Assist in UAT planning and execution.
• Identify and document business process improvements.
• Support project managers in defining project scope and objectives.
• Conduct data analysis to support insights and decision-making.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and the IT development team.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a proactive and analytical Junior Business Analyst to join their team in Port Elizabeth. This hybrid role offers the perfect balance between remote work flexibility and essential in-office collaboration. As a Junior Business Analyst, you will be instrumental in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions, gathering requirements, and facilitating communication between stakeholders and development teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with strong analytical skills and a keen interest in understanding business processes and technology. You will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of business analysis, working on diverse projects and contributing to process improvements. The role requires excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to learn quickly within a dynamic project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering, documenting, and analyzing business requirements from stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories.
• Support the creation of process flows, use cases, and system documentation.
• Facilitate meetings and workshops with business users and technical teams.
• Assist in UAT (User Acceptance Testing) planning and execution.
• Identify and document business process improvements.
• Support project managers in defining project scope and objectives.
• Conduct data analysis to support business insights and decision-making.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and the IT development team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Visio for process mapping.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with data analysis or requirements gathering is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote and in-office tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a junior contract position.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Hands-on experience across various business analysis functions.
• Exposure to diverse projects and industries within Port Elizabeth.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.
• Mentorship from experienced business analysts.
• Contribution to impactful business solutions.
• Collaborative team environment.