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Job Title:  Systems Analyst  

Organisation: DFCU Bank

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Lead Systems Architect

About the Company:

DFCU Bank is a fast growing commercial bank offering a variety of innovative products and services. DFCU Limited was started by the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) of the United Kingdom and the Government of Uganda through the Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) under the name of Development Finance Company of Uganda Limited. Later restructuring brought in DEG (of Germany) and International Finance Corporation (IFC) as equal partners with CDC and UDC, each having a 25% stake in the company. Its objective was to support long-term development projects whose financing needs and risk did not appeal to the then existing financial commercial lending institutions.

Job Summary:   Reporting to the Lead Systems Architect, the role holder will act as the key interface between the Business Analysts and the Project Manager. The IT Business Analyst / Systems Analyst will be tasked with performing detailed requirements analysis, documenting processes, and designing the system flow. The IT Business Analyst / Systems Analyst shall also ensure that the different software developed conforms to the Software Development Standards by conducting system reviews and documenting reference manuals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze the impact of proposed solutions across the Business, develop user cases, functional specifications, and source-to-target mappings to explain/demonstrate Business requirements/specifications to the IT team, and contribute a Business or Process perspective during system design reviews.
• Verify that the System Integration test checklists are properly documented, are complete and comprehensive.
• Provide and/or create relevant test scenarios to be used in the System integration testing process to establish alignment with the approved design.
• Participate in the Software Development processes by prototyping new application requirements and process designs.
• Participate in technical improvements of existing Business applications and processes by identifying consolidation opportunities.
• Liaise with the Testers and Quality assurance Leads to conclusively carry out tests and sign off results.
• Prepare system documentation to provide technical support for programs and production/operating procedures.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A University Degree in the areas of Information Technology, Computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other Mathematically inclined Degrees.
• Experience with SharePoint, SQL, Nintex and BPM tools.
• Project Management skills are an added advantage.
• Demonstrable experience in Software and Product Development of at least 4 years.
• To succeed in this role, you should have a natural analytical way of thinking and be able to explain difficult concepts to non-technical users.
• Knowledge and experience with at least two software prototyping languages such as Java, Python or C# is required.
• Skills in User Interface Design and Testing using jQuery/JavaScript and modern browsers are an added advantage.
• Experience with managing and administering Linux/Unix and Windows servers is required.
• Experience in writing technical documentation is a must.
• Ability to perform technical assessment of management information systems (review of needs, data quality and data security).
• A strong understanding of database design and implementation techniques using MYSQL/MS SQL Server or Oracle is required.
• Strong analytical, attention to detail and project management skills.
• A track record of problem-solving skills in IT-related projects is required.
• Ability to perform Test Driven Development to ensure the robustness of new applications and transactional systems.
• The ability to perform source reviews to identify functional glitches and software bugs is an added advantage.
• Strong sense of responsibility, commitment, and drive to consistently lead high-quality standards of work.
• Demonstrated ability to link and apply complex technologies to business strategies & a high proficiency in Information and Communication Technology.
• Strong skills in business process analysis and redesign and the ability to solve complex business problems.
• Strong understanding of banking operations, FinTech, and product development trends.
• Familiarity with the financial services industry in Uganda.
• Strong understanding and experience in digital banking services.
• Experience leading cross-functional and technical teams in agile.
• Experience with running tests & learning methodologies, such as multi-variant testing.
• Ability to manage cooperation with third-party vendors.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with a sense of urgency, a positive attitude, and the ability to excel in a high-pressure environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Open and collaborative style; must be comfortable working in an environment where ideas are shared and challenged.
• Energy and enthusiasm; must find the word “fun” and enjoy being accountable and willing to hold others accountable.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and personal effectiveness.
• High level of integrity and strong entrepreneurial skills.
• Strong skills at relationship building.
• Self-drive and initiative.

How to Apply:

If you believe you meet the requirements as noted above, please forward your application with a detailed CV including your present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates, to the email address indicated below:

Vacanciesbank@dfcugroup.com

Deadline: 23rd September 2024.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that all recruitment terms and conditions as stated in the HR Policies and Procedures Manual shall apply.

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