MIS Specialist / Junior Developer / Programmer

SUMMARY:
My client a SETA is looking for a MIS Specialist / Junior Developer / Programmer for a 9 year contract.

POSITION INFO:

Specialist /Junior Developer/Programmer in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Department on a fixed term contract from 1 May 2021 to 31 March 2030 in accordance with the SETA re-licencing period approved by the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology. The position is to be located at the Head Office in Midrand, Gauteng.

Key job purpose
Reporting to the ICT Manager the MIS Specialist/Junior Developer/Programmer will be accountable for programming/development, maintenance, and support of the company MIS. The incumbent is also responsible for the development of automated systems for the SETA supportive services functions (Includes Finance, Governance and Risk Management, Corporate Services)
Qualifications and Experience
ï‚· At least a National Diploma in Information Technology. BSc, BIT or other equivalent qualifications preferred.
ï‚· A Project Management Qualification would be advantageous,
ï‚· Proven track record with minimum of 4 years of experience
ï‚· Certification in the development technologies will be advantageous.
ï‚· Experience in SETA Systems will be an added advantage.
ï‚· Knowledge of and experience with the following:
Development
ï‚· Web, Windows & Mobile Development
ï‚· .NET Core Framework
ï‚· ASP.NET, MVC, Web API and Core
ï‚· HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Type Script
ï‚· jQuery, Angular and React.
ï‚· ORM
ï‚· Web Services (REST & SOAP)
ï‚· Databases
ï‚· SQL Server 2012-2019
ï‚· MySQL 5.6 - 8.0
ï‚· Database Design

Skills & Behavioral competencies:
ï‚· Communication (oral and written)
ï‚· Planning and Organisation Skills
ï‚· Problem solving skills.
ï‚· Diversity awareness
ï‚· Ethics, integrity, and professionalism
ï‚· Attention to detail.
ï‚· Good Teamwork
ï‚· Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
Key Performance Areas:
ï‚· Conduct improvements to the developed MIS (ETQA, SSDD, Mandatory Grants: WSP/ATR submission, Mandatory Grants- Levy Processing, Discretionary Grants),
ï‚· Develop systems,
ï‚· Capacitate end users on the modules,
ï‚· Provide technical support for the utilisation of modules,
ï‚· Provide for maintenance activities associated with the infrastructure.
ï‚· Allow for testing, support the implementation processes with the sector, correct and/or allow/conduct development work.
ï‚· As implementation of the modules processes unfold provide for improvements that may be required of the application and or system.
ï‚· Provide for technical infrastructure support as queries arise.
ï‚· Develop automated systems for SETA supportive functions.
ï‚· Understands and applies Software Development life cycle, different types of development methodologies like: Agile Development, Rapid Application Development (RAD), Joint Application Development (JAD), and Scrum & Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
ï‚· Modifying the software to fix errors, adapt it to new hardware, improve its performance, or upgrade interfaces.
ï‚· Developer must understand different stages of system testing and validation procedures and apply these.
ï‚· Developer should be able to create test scenarios from Business User Cases with Business via a JAD session.
ï‚· Must be able to produce Detailed Design Documentation explaining system components developed and their purpose within the entire architecture and an understanding of Software Architecture and System Context Design.
ï‚· Ability to conduct JAD sessions on project status and proposals.
ï‚· Ability to work with customers or Business Units on technical issues including software system design and maintenance.
ï‚· Ability to document Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) for technical Team to maintain and resolve technical issues and Preparing Project Status Update Reports and Snag List.
ï‚· Data migration from Oracle Database to MS SQL Server Database.
ï‚· Conferring with business to obtain information on limitations or capabilities.
ï‚· Undertake relevant research.
ï‚· Prepare research reports, Performance Report, Managements Report and Exception Report for related use.
ï‚· Adhere to ICT Set Policy, Standards and Procedures.
ï‚· Assist with Technical Planning and Implementation, Testing/Quality Assurance, Business/Systems Analysis and Project Management.
ï‚· Meet goals and targets that are aligned with those of the organization.
ï‚· Commit to continuous improvement and ongoing skills development.

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