System Analyst Job in Ethiopia

General Overview of the Position:

The role of this position holder is responsible for analyzing systems requirements and examine existing technology systems and business models relevant for the company.

Detailed Duties and Responsibilities:

• Devise ways to add new functionality to existing systems developed and / or managed by the company
• Research emerging technology trends and propose to the line manager if adopting them increases the organization’s efficiency and effectiveness
• Document system requirements by defining and analyzing system problems; designing and testing standards and solutions
• Defines application problem by brainstorming with clients; evaluating procedures and processes
• Develops solution concept notes by preparing and evaluating alternative workflow solutions
• Controls solution by establishing specifications; coordinating production with programmers
• Prepares and executes test cases for platforms developed by the company
• Ensures successful delivery of projects by training client personnel; providing support
• Accomplishes information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed
• Develop and manage knowledge base (KB) of products and projects managed by the company

Skills and Competencies:

Knowledge in Software Design, Software Documentation, Software Testing, Software Development Process and Software Requirements

• Business process modeling

• Unified modelling language (UML)

• Software project management tools

• Popular office suites such as Microsoft and Open Office

• Internet Research

• Web based technologies

• Knowledge of hardware, software and programming

• The ability to learn quickly

• The ability to contribute to a team effort

• A logical approach to problem solving

• Good interpersonal and client-handling skills, with the ability to manage expectations and explain technical detail

• Business awareness

• A methodical, investigative and inquisitive mind

• Presentation skills

• Excellent oral and written Amharic and English communication skills

• Planning and negotiating skills

• Initiative and self-confident

• Strong analytical skills

• Attention to details

• Teamwork skills

Preferred  Educational Background: 

Bachelor degree from reputable institute in any of the following fields;

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Business Information Systems
• Information Technology
• Information Systems
• Information Management Systems