Job Title:

Business Analyst - Fixed Term

Department:

IR0010 Information Technology

Reporting to:

Project Manager - IT

Dublin Business School (DBS) is the leading independent third level institution in Ireland and provides a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, executive and professional programmes.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented individual to join a progressive IT team as a Business Analyst. The role will be part of a small project team who liaise between IT the business and our external supplies/vendors

Your primary focus will be communicating with colleagues to understand the requirements of the organisation and its individual departments.

This is a fixed term contract for 6 months.

Job responsibilities

Analysing business processes and systems to define solution requirements
Translate business requirements into system requirements, design specifications and document new and/or existing application requirements by use of written documentation and data modeling and present it to stakeholders when asked
Ensure that new or existing systems meet business requirements and practices and that all application interface issues/concerns are understood, documented and addressed satisfactorily
Delivering change by managing required changes to existing configuration and integrations and creating new ones based upon business needs while providing a consistent experience for project participants and business owners
Drive adoption, optimization and transformation - ensure we are fully leveraging business and talent needs and pursue continuous improvement in business processes, integration, automation and user experience
Coordinate with internal and external partners - work with 3rd party software and internal teams, audit and security teams to ensure configuration and integrations are efficient, compliant and accurate

We are looking for someone who has:

A relevant third level qualification in IT or Business
Good idea of software development and project management methodologies; desire to master and continuously improve processes
A minimum of 1 years as a BA role of consequence

Personal Skills Requirements

Determined to drive for results; takes ownership and responsibility for tasks and overcomes obstacles
Supportive, listening for good ideas and getting ideas moving when they are worth evaluating
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Great problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively is key
Ability to set priorities for teams, negotiate to establish feasible schedules and work to deadlines
Attention to detail and ability to produce clear and concise reporting
You value teamwork

Pay & Benefits

The salary for this role is DOE.

Free Internal Courses;
Discounted Fees for Family Members;
Life Assurance & Disabilities Cover;
Sports & Social;
Employee Assistance Programme;
Employee Discount Scheme;
Paid sick leave;
Death-In-Service Benefit.

This job description is a guide to the work the post holders will initially be required to undertake. It may be amended from time to time to meet changing circumstances by mutual agreement. It is expected that the post-holders and their manager will review the job description regularly

Position Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

Pay Frequency:

Location:

Dublin, Ireland

Job Functional Area:

Business Analysis/Project Management

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This job description is a guide to the work the post holder will initially be required to undertake. It may be amended from time to time to meet changing circumstances by mutual agreement. It is expected that the job description will be reviewed regularly by the post-holder and their manager.

DBS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. If you require any adjustments or additional support within the recruitment process, please contact us directly.

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