Latest Recruitment at Nedbank

Job Purpose

To design and maintain optimal data models/structures at both an enterprise and system / application level that meet the business and architectural objectives of the organisation.  To create structures that enable data to be persisted in a structured way to enable the value of the data to be unlocked.  To create appropriate data and class structures that enable the flow of data between providers and consumers.

Job Responsibilities

• Design data models that meet the business requirements and align to the agreed architecture framework.
• Ensure data modelling deliverables are delivered according to project plan and budget to meet commitment to stakeholders.
• Ensure all data modelling activities and deliverables are aligned to the development methodology and to the data modelling principles and standards
• Apply the Nedbank approved tooling to create the data modelling deliverables.
• Adopt the Enterprise Data Model (which is based on the IFW) as a standard for data model designs to leverage best practice and fast track data modelling efforts.
• Translate business requirements into data requirements.
• Analyse and profile the source data to understand data quality issues , relationships, patterns and rules in the data.
• Structure data requirements into logical data constructs based on the Enterprise Data Model, including ERD models, dimensional models to ensure optimal implementation.
• Compile Source to Target Mapping Specifications including the appropriate Transformation Rules
• Identifying definitive or authoritative source of data ; analysing source data; and identifying gaps to target structures
• Enable physical implementation of the data structure by generating the first cut physical data model from the logical data model.
• Facilitate dataflow understanding by collating dataflow diagrams outlining the flow of data across systems and interfaces.
• Reduce non value adding work by identifying opportunity for re-use of the Enterprise Data Model
• Maintain up to date knowledge of latest developments in the Data Modelling domain,  including reading; continuous professional development courses; seminars and conferences.
• Contribute to the creation of a comprehensive governed framework by working with the data modelling CoE and contributing towards defining the data modelling standards.
• Advise stakeholders on application of data modelling practices through consultation.
• Perform peer review on work performed by other team members
• Identify opportunities to improve or enhance processes
• Provide Overall Data Management Guidance and alignment to Nedbank's Data Management framework and standards
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes, models and systems though agile thinking.
• Support the achievement of the  business strategy, objectives and values
• Contribute to the Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc.).
• Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy
• Essential Qualifications - NQF Level
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor of Commerce , Bachelor of Science: Information Systems / Computer Science
• Preferred Certifications
• DAMA
• TOGAF

Minimum Experience Level

• 3-5 years and/or relevant industry experience as well as experience in the Data Modelling discipline.
• Able to demonstrate practical experience in , OO modelling experience also an advantage
• Exprience using Infosphere Data Architect or any other Data Modelling Tool
• Experience with industry models such as IFW BFMDW
• Broad understanding of Data Management (DMBOK), systems development lifecycle methodologies and IT Architecture
• Relevant regulatory knowledge, and understanding of banking and financial services
• Experience in NOSql and other forms of database modelling advantageous

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Data analysis
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Data Warehousing
• Data and Business analysis
• Data base Administration (DBA) Principles and Admin Concepts
• Data base administration
• Data modelling tool
• Database Knowledge
• SQL
• Problem solving skills
• Behavioural Competencies
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Initiating Action
• Work Standards
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

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Job Purpose

To apply  specialisation Under minimal direction within SAP projects and technical expertise that meets customer business needs by interacting with stakeholders to define requirements and priorities.  Performs systems analysis, solution design, develop, supports and maintains SAP system.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to quality and  financial goals by operating within agreed budget and by conforming to the Service Level Agreements.
• Plans and prioritise work outputs with a realistic sense of time an resources involved. Ensure  conformance to programming and/or configuration standards and /or documentation in line with best practices.
• Investigate and propose enhancements which will result in improved performance.
• Delivers to stakeholders with the appropriate level of urgency.
• Works under limited supervision of mentor/Senior in supporting the achievement of project/deliverables.
• Highlights potential project or solution risks and issues to project management.
• Act in a technical integration specialist  role across various SAP disciplines.
• Actively support other team members on projects as well as SAP internal tasks.
• Consult on SAP landscape according to agreed standards.
• Provide input and oversight into testing and implementation of SAP programs.
• Takes ownership in insuring that internal customers expectations  are met.
• Share knowledge.
• Prioritise and/or integrate multiple projects /tasks concurrently.
• Provide input  to highlight inter dependencies between projects and support.
• Identify and Mitigate risk.
• Drive problem resolution.
• Keep up to date on Nedbank strategy and SAP technologies.
• Takes a disciplined approach and works effectively towards clear objectives and prioritises.
• Analyses and appropriately judges the pro's, cons, opportunities and risks of a problem.
• Uses and share  information from different sources to aid in problem solving.
• Effectively resolves complex problems using creative approaches outside area of expertise.
• Maintaining and sharing team  knowledge.
• Continually develop core skills, cross-functional expertise and business knowledge.
• Coach and mentor other resources in technical.reparation of SAP Process Procedures, test scenarios, end-user documentation and user manuals.
• Participate in Nedbank Culture building initiatives  thereby contributing to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals.
• Participate and support corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Add value to Nedbank by identifying and recommending opportunities to enhance processes, systems and policies and support implementation of new processes, policies and systems.

Key Responsibility

• BPC Embedded development
• Fox scripting
• Report writing
• Financial background/qualification would be ideal

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

• Bcom/IS/IT ENG/BSc/Com Science related degree  

Preferred Certifications

• Preferred certified in more than one  SAP module /ASAP certification 

Type of Exposure

• Relevant data analysis and interpretation
• IT Practices and Industry Knowledge
• Advanced Business Acumen
• Proficient Business Acumen
• Testing of software solutions
• Managing personal work delivery according to timelines and quality standards
• Building and maintaining effective cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Consulted Stakeholders
• Contributing to improve team performance
• Mentoring and coaching

Minimum Experience Level

• 5 years plus SAP BW experience 
• Experience with applying LSA++ Architecture in SAP BW/4HANA
• Experience with modelling using the core modelling artefacts of SAP BW/4HANA
• Experience with the application of hybrid modelling in Mixed scenarios 
• Experience with Analysis Authorization in SAP BW/4HANA 
• Experience with Analytic privileges in SAP HANA
• Experience with ODP 2.0 framework and other SAP BW/4HANA data provisioning methods
• Experience with Shell conversion using SAP BW/4HANA Transfer Cockpit and other relevant tools
• Experience with using SAP HANA Studio and the respective perspectives for modelling 
• Experience with SAP HANA expert scripts
• Must be able to translate complex ABAP programs to SAP HANA calculation views

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Technical Proficiency
• Quality assurance
• Relevant project and process applications
• Troubleshooting

Behavioural Competencies

• Managing Work
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Decision Making
• Quality Orientation
• Continuous Learning
• Innovation

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Job Purpose

To contribute to the development and maintenance of best practice models and assessment strategies in line with regulations (where applicable) in order to facilitate world class risk management.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc).
• Research and make recommendations for corporate citizenship initiatives in area of influence
• Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy (e.g.. Green Strategy).
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes; models and systems by identifying and recommending effective ways to operate and adding value to Nedbank.
• Contribute to the development of differentiated; superior solutions (solution engineering) that meet stakeholder and business requirements through analysis.
• Ensure product and/or solution design is congruent with the required business specifications through meeting stakeholder requirements timeously.
• Contribute to the development of differentiated; superior solutions (solution engineering) that meet stakeholder and business requirements through analysis.
• Ensure product and/or solution design is congruent with the required business specifications through meeting stakeholder requirements timeously.
• Ensure business needs are met by engaging and assisting business through face to face interaction and attendance at forums and committees .
• Assist the business to address queries by extracting and analysing data.Perform ad hoc analysis and complete data requests through monitoring of data as per client specification.
• Ensure continuity and knowledge base through documenting and recording processes and models.
• Provide insights enabling growth through analytical research; systems and marketing insights by delivering analytical results and making recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance to policy through data analysis and monitoring.Create efficiencies and streamline processes through analysis.
• Establish understanding of processes by bridging the gap between operational and analytical concepts through communication.
• Support the achievement of the business strategy; objectives and values by reviewing Nedbank and Business Unit Plan and ensuring delivered systems; process; services and solutions are aligned.Improve personal capability and stay abreast of developments in field of expertise by identifying training courses and career progression for self through input and feedback from managers.
• Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities by ensuring all learning activities are completed; experience practiced and certifications obtained and/or maintained within specified time frames.
• Enable skilling and required corrective action to take place by sharing knowledge and industry trends with team and stakeholders during formal and informal interaction
• Obtain buy-in for developing new and/or enhanced processes (e.g. operational processes) that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses by highlighting benefits in support of the implementation of recommendations.

Essential Qualification

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Degree in a Quantitative field, Commerce, Maths, Stats, Actuarial Science, Engineering

Minimum Experience Level

• Graduate
• 0 - 3 years experience as a quantitative analyst
• Must have coding experience 

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Business Acumen
• Industry trends
• Microsoft Office
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Relevant software and systems knowledge
• Risk management process and frameworks
• Business writing skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Quantitative Skills