Brief description
The main purpose of this position is to design, configure, test and deploy automated processes as well as provide support and maintenance services for robotic process automation solutions.
Detailed description
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Identify, evaluate and assess automation opportunities across the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) for the purpose of process optimisation.
- Design process automation solutions in accordance with the automation technology design principles.
- Configure and test automated processes and objects, using automation principles that are efficient, well structured, maintainable and easy to understand.
- Document testing procedures and scenarios for the user acceptance testing (UAT) phase and support end users during UAT.
- Facilitate automation deployment in accordance with the Change Advisory Board (CAB) standards.
- Monitor and support existing automated processes and follow a structured change control process to implement change requests.
- Provide second-line support on day-to-day issues by resolving incidents, service requests and problems.
- Establish and manage stakeholder relationships for elicitation, including the implementation of automation requirements.
- Report on the delivery and performance as well as incident management of automated solutions.
- Keep abreast of information and communications technology trends and provide advice on best practice and automation techniques.
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
- a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Engineering or an equivalent qualification;
- a minimum of three to five years’ experience in robotics process automation; and
- experience in process re-engineering would be an added advantage.
Additional requirements include:
- knowledge and skill in:
- industry, business and organisational awareness;
- continued learning and/or professional development;
- quality assurance;
- continuous improvement; and
- service management;
- knowledge of business process modelling and re-engineering;
- awareness of standard robotic development lifecycle processes (e.g. agile);
- awareness of change control processes;
- ability to blend business analysis with a technical skillset to develop efficient processes;
- good communication skills; and
- ability to produce clear, concise documentation and present technical details to a non-technical audience.
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.
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.
