The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Take responsibility for driving business analysis initiatives from initiation to implementation on projects.
- Facilitate workshops independently and consult with business owners and stakeholders in respect of problem definitions and the identification of business requirements/needs.
- Review business processes and procedures, elicit and analyse business needs and associated data, identify and assess possible solutions, and define the associated requirements.
- Elaborate on the scope and feasibility of solutions and develop the supporting business case.
- Assist with the change requirements and provide specifications.
- Investigate problems and propose solutions by interacting with users, developers, testers and other stakeholders.
- Develop manuals and plans, and present training courses in support of implementation.
- Support project testing activities
- Stay abreast of changes to analytical tools and methodologies, identify opportunities to improve and standardise work processes, and apply these in own work.
- Engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously and take on a project management role in some initiatives.
- Plan, organise, control, manage and evaluate the work of team members and administer human capital functions.
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
- An Honours degree in Technology or Finance; and
- a minimum of five years’ experience within a business analysis environment.
The following would be an added advantage:
- a Diploma in Business Analysis; and
- experience in banking, with a focus on settlement and payment services, or back-office banking systems.
Additional requirements include:
- an understanding of banking systems and reports;
- driving results;
- managing complexity and ambiguity;
- leading change;
- planning and organising skills;
- developing and growing others;
- judgement and decision-making skills;
- resilience;
- impact and influence; and
- building and maintaining relationships.
In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.
The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.
Human Resources Department
About SARB
Primary mandate of the SARB
Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:
The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.
The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.
WHAT WE DO
Monetary Policy
The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.
Financial Stability
The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.
Prudential Regulation
The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.
Financial Markets
Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.
Financial Surveillance
The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.
Payments and Settlements
The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.
Statistics
The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.
Research
Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.
Banknotes and Coin
The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.
