Permanent - Analyst Programmer - Johannesburg (CBD) - South Africa

CONDENSED LIST OF DUTIES:

• Analyse and develop specifications for new systems design, determine feasibility, cost, duration, and compatibility with current system and computer capabilities.
• Ensure programmers develop and maintain programmes according to System’s Analyst specifications and satisfaction.
• Ensure that programmes are written, maintained and perform according to set standards.
• Ensure that all programmes are maintained and tested accurately.
• Ensure test results are produced that are to the System’s Analyst and Business Analyst’s satisfaction.
• Ensure Change Control procedures are adhered to.
• Report on a regular basis to Business Analysts regards the status of current projects and outstanding requests. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Minimum 3 years or more - Natural Programming experience (ESSENTIAL)
• Completion of a recognised programming course or qualification (Natural is required, DB2 would be an advantage).
• Technical knowledge of Retirement / Pension Fund / Insurance administration computer systems would be an advantage.
• Must be fully computer literate: MS Word, Advanced Excel.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE                 

• Must have proven IT and programming skills
• Good analytical / problem solving skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Quality Orientated, accurate with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in a team and / or on own, under pressure and to stringent deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Unquestionable integrity, trustworthy and honest.
• Customer centric approach