Jobs at Momentum

About the job
Introduction

Do you have an analytical mind and the ability to innovate? Our Retail Life Insurance department is looking for a self-driven, dynamic IT professional who wants to grow their career by contributing to the development of innovative IT solutions for our life business. Myriad is Momentum's market-leading life insurance product, providing life cover to clients in South Africa. Our Myriad product aim in partnering with our clients on their journey to success. We strive to find opportunities in every risk and ensure that current and potential clients can benefit from our innovative solutions. Part of the reason why Myriad has the unique ability to develop superior, forward-thinking products and benefits is because we make it our business to understand our clients' varying needs.

Role Purpose

Gain an in-depth knowledge of the Administration system developed on the ISeries. Understand business requirements and ensure that these are designed and developed according to specifications within per-defined architectural guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND WORK OUTPUTS

• Design and develop systems on the iSeries
• Liaise closely with the system architect to ensure that alignment with overall system architecture is achieved.
• Understand the overall system design sufficiently well to be able to estimate the impact of new requirements.
• Develop and implement systems according to business requirements.
• Interact with IT Team members, business analysts, process owners and users to gather, interpret and understand business requirements

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Analytical
• Quality conscious
• Responsibility and ownership
• Willingness to learn
• Sense of urgency
• Integrity
• Proactive approach
• Share knowledge in team
• Proactive
• Flexibility
• Self-motivated
• Creative
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Keep up with the latest technology development
• Teamwork
• Detail focus
• Problem analysis and assessment

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• An IT related degree OR DIPLOMA (B Sc or B Comm.) will be preferred.
• RPG, DB2, and ISeries accreditation will be preferred
• At least 3 years as an RPG Developer, preferably in the financial services industry

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH

• Operating system of iSeries
• RPG/RPGLE and DB2
• Implementer
• Structured programming experience
• Financial and economic principles
• Employee benefits industry
• Risk and investment products
• System project life cycle

All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.

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About the job
Role Purpose

• Collaborate with HC team and business on the end-to-end management and implementation of HC events and writing of adhoc comms in line with the Group Finance and Group Risk People Strategy and engagement plan.

Responsibilities and work outputs:
Marketing and Communication

•  Collaborate with the Marketing Manager in the implementation and execution of the connection plan for Group Finance and Risk Management aimed at increasing employee engagement and connection in the evolving world of work.
•  Brainstorm and implement creative and innovative engagement and eventing solutions for Group Finance and Risk Management across the Human Capital (HC) value chain e.g. coffee and connect sessions.
•  Deliver high quality employee brand experiences through events ,and activations and project delivery.
•  Create a positive work climate and culture that energises employees and maximises employee productivity.
• Assist with writing adhoc comms for internal use, and critiquing briefs from internal clients before actioning.

Operations and Project Management

•  Project co-ordinate and implement HC operational and project solutions within the set timelines, standards and relevant HC frameworks.
•  Provide input into the operational and eventing risks identified for Group Finance and Risk employees.
•  Ensure understanding, adherence and communication of IT, HC and Operational policies to employees.
•  Monitoring the implementation of relevant action items (i.e. operations, projects, events , communications etc.) from the HC Operational forum in collaboration with the HCBP's and HCA's.

Engage with clients in a client centric manner (Client Services)

•  Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal/ external stakeholders.
•  Deliver on service level agreements made with internal and external stakeholders and clients.
•  Make recommendations to improve client service within area of responsibility.

Contribute to financial controls and planning (Finance)

•  Track and administer the events budget and report on expenses.
•  Contribute to the development of area specific budgets to minimise expenditure, in alignment with operational plans.
•  Identify opportunities to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
•  Provide input into the risk identification processes and communicate recommendations in the appropriate forum.

Self-management and teamwork (People)

•  Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers and stakeholders.
•  Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
•  Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.  Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas.
•  Take ownership for driving career development and performance feedback.

Competencies required:

•  Business Acumen
•  Client/Stakeholder Commitment
•  Drive for Results
•  Leads Change and Innovation
•  Collaboration
•  Impact and Influence
•  Self-Awareness and Insight
•  Diversity and Inclusiveness
•  Attention to detail

Experience and Qualifications

• Diploma in Events management
• Degree in Marketing or Public Relations (preferred)
• 3-5 years' experience in end-to-end event co-ordination, copywriting ability, project management and working in cross-functional teams