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This is a 12-month contract

We are seeking a highly autonomous specialist to collaboratively establish, maintain, and elevate our business analysis and process engineering practices to meet gold standards

This is a critical role for a strategic thinker who can work independently with minimal supervision to drive continuous improvement, implement best practices, and integrate data-driven insights across the organization.

Core Responsibilities

• Standard Ownership: Define, review, maintain, and continuously improve the organization's Business Analysis and Process Engineering standards, practices, and methodologies.
• Best Practice Leadership: Create and maintain a collection of company and industry-best practices, ensuring all analytical and process artefacts are aligned to the highest standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Conduct market research, benchmarking, and feasibility studies to identify new techniques and continuously improve the skill sets of the wider business analysis and process engineering teams.
• End-to-End Delivery: Perform systems analysis, process engineering, and solution implementation across complex projects.

Critical & Key Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate deep proficiency in the following areas

• Process Expertise: Proven experience in Process Engineering/Analysis (design, mapping, and optimization).
• Analysis Foundation: Extensive Business Analysis experience across project lifecycles.
• Data & Insights: Strong capabilities in Data Analytics and Insights, including Extensive Reporting to drive data-informed decisions.
• Technical Integration: Experience with System Integration using different technologies.

• Tooling: Experience with SharePoint development (for collaborative process management or artefact storage).

• Highly Advantageous Skills

• The ideal candidate will also possess experience in these areas:
• Process Mining: Experience with ARIS, Celonis, or any other process mining tools.
• Data Strategy: Experience with Data Engineering or Data Science.
• Industry Knowledge: Relevant experience within the Banking sector.

Job Description
Only applications through Dittohire will be considered. DO NOT send your CV/job application via email
Job Purpose
The company is looking for an experienced and dynamic Business Intelligence, Analysis & Systems Manager to lead our team of Business Analysts. This strategic role is key to bridging the gap between what the business needs and the technology solutions available. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of system enhancements—from scoping and design through to deployment—and ensuring the ongoing stability of these systems via dedicated application support. Furthermore, the successful candidate will lead a team in developing and executing strategic projects, govern master data, and proactively find new opportunities to drive business efficiency and growth.

Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage the performance and professional development of the Business Intelligence team.
• Allocate BI and BA resources effectively across projects and support activities, ensuring optimal workload distribution.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and high performance.
• Set clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Application Support Management

• Establish and oversee a Tier 2 support desk managed by the BI team for business-critical applications and systems.
• Ensure timely triage, prioritization and resolution of incoming support tickets, bugs, and data-related queries.
• Analyse support trends to identify root causes, recommending permanent solutions such as system enhancements, bug fixes, or improved user training.
• Act as a key escalation point for complex or high-priority issues, coordinating with technical teams to ensure swift resolution.
• Manage communication with business users regarding ticket status, resolution timelines, and system outages.

System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Management

• Oversee the scoping of operational system changes, working closely with business stakeholders to define clear requirements, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Lead the creation of intuitive and user-centric UI/UX designs and wireframes for new features and systems.
• Develop and manage comprehensive testing strategies, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), to ensure solutions are robust and meet business requirements.
• Plan and execute seamless system deployments and deliver effective user training programs.

Strategic Project Development & Execution

• Develop and lead strategic initiatives by identifying opportunities for significant process optimisation, system innovation, or competitive advantage.
• Construct and present compelling business cases to senior leadership, including cost-benefit analysis, ROI (ROI) projections, and feasibility studies.
• Execute and manage strategic projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and report on the business impact and success of strategic initiatives.

Business Intelligence & Data Governance

• Act as a key resource for business departments, assisting with reporting needs, dashboard creation, and data analysis.
• Support and contribute to the company's Master Data Management (MDM) strategy, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of core business data.
• Assist business with complex excel analysis.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems / Computer Science / Information Technology Management. A relevant postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in a business analysis, systems analysis, or related role.
• At least 3-5 years of proven experience in a leadership position, directly managing a team of analysts or technical professionals.
• Demonstrable experience managing the full project lifecycle for software or system implementations.
• Hands-on experience with business intelligence and reporting tools (e.g. SSRS, Power BI)
• Solid understanding and practical experience with Master Data Management (MDM) principles.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and root-cause analysis ability.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge on translating business needs into technical specifications.
• Experience in report writing and executive feedback.
• Experience in managing a Tier 2 or Tier 3 application support function or help desk is highly desirable.

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Leadership: Strong ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to see the bigger picture, align technology with business goals, and drive strategic change.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical skills with a talent for root cause analysis and solving complex business and system problems.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build relationships, influence decisions, and manage expectations with stakeholders at all levels.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build relationships, influence decisions, and manage expectations with stakeholders at all levels.
• Continuous Learning: A passion for staying current with emerging technologies, BI trends, and modern business analysis practices, and fostering that curiosity within the team.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

Turn Data Into Decisions. Lead Insights That Matter.
At
Mukuru
, data isn't just numbers — it's the story of millions of customers across Africa and beyond. As one of Africa's largest and fastest-growing FinTech's, we empower communities with access to safe, affordable financial services. Now, we're looking for a
Business Intelligence Analysis Team Lead
who's ready to take our analytics capability to new heights.

If you're passionate about
transforming raw data into strategic gold
and have the leadership skills to guide a talented team of analysts, this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference.

Your Mission
Lead, inspire, and deliver BI solutions that don't just look good on a dashboard — but shape decisions, solve real problems, and drive business growth.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Team: Manage and mentor a high-performing BI & Analytics team, setting goals and driving excellence.
• Engage the Business: Work with stakeholders at all levels to understand needs and translate them into actionable BI solutions.
• Own the Delivery: Oversee BI projects from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring quality and scalability.
• Model the Data: Build enterprise-wide data models and semantic layers that make insights accessible and actionable.
• Visual Storytelling: Design impactful dashboards and reports in Power BI that enable smart, fast decisions.
• Champion Best Practice: Embed governance, DevOps, and data quality standards across BI.
• Stay Ahead: Keep your finger on the pulse of BI innovations and bring the best of them into Mukuru.

What You Bring

• 6+ years in BI/Data Analytics, with at least 3 years leading teams
• Expert-level SQL and Power BI skills
• Strong data modelling and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and business audiences
• Strategic thinking and a passion for problem-solving
• A proven track record of delivering BI solutions that make an impact

Bonus Points For

• R/Python for analytics
• Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, Snowflake, Big Query, etc.)
• Background in FinTech, Financial Services, or fast-paced industries

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited" Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a 'work-like' environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS

Job Role: Senior IT Recruiter

Exp Required: Atleast 5+ Years of relevant work experience in IT Recruitment/IT Staffing

Job Location – Honeydew, Roodeport, Johannesburg (Onsite for 5 days)

Company Name – Indsafri

***KINDLY DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE LESS THAN 5+ YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE IN IT RECRUITMENT/IT STAFFING ***

***KINDLY DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE A NON SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZEN***ONLY SOUTH AFRICA CITIZENS WILL BE PREFERRED/CONSIDERED***

Job Description:

As a Senior Recruiter, you will create and manage effective strategies and processes to identify, source, assess, and recommend the most qualified talent for Indsafri

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for IT roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to meet the organization's talent acquisition goals.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and build an effective recruitment pipeline.
• Maintain a strong network of IT professionals and leverage various platforms for talent acquisition.
• Must be customer focused and serve as an acquisition advisor
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and tolerance of ambiguity
• Awareness of and sensitivity to influence and work successfully with diverse groups of people including senior leaders
• Track record of innovation in acquisition of senior-level talent, and building sustainable strategies to support the same is required

Qualifications:

•
5+ years' experience in a full cycle recruiting role in a larger organization, with a strong emphasis in IT recruiting

•
Must be a "hunter", ability to identify candidates with a specialized, often rare skill set.

•
Strong competency in cold calling, networking, innovative sourcing, and building talent communities within unique functional areas. Strong internet recruiting, social networking and technology/database searching/mining skills required.

•
Strong working knowledge of acquisition practices, principles, applications and methods, including interviewing and assessment skills

•
Executive communication skills, including the ability and judgment to tactfully push back when needed

•
Must be customer focused and serve as an acquisition advisor

•
Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and tolerance of ambiguity

•
Awareness of and sensitivity to influence and work successfully with diverse groups of people including senior leaders

•
Excellent time and program management skills

•
Track record of innovation in acquisition of senior-level talent, and building sustainable strategies to support the same is required

•
Technical acumen- must have the ability to understand complex roles

Required Skill:

•
Atleast
5+ years of relevant work experience in IT Recruitment.

•
Successful track record.

•
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

•
Proven knowledge and execution of successful development strategies.

Note:

This is a 6 months renewable contract role (contract can be further renewed or extended based on the performance). Kindly do not apply if you are looking for part time, free lancing or moon lightening jobs.

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WHY INDSAFRI:

We believe anything is possible We humans have the potential to create and build anything we can imagine. we have walked the entire planet, climbed the greatest mountains, sailed once infinite oceans, inspired by birds we decided to fly, in our once impossible quest for space, now we even float in the outer space. Everything started with a simple belief that something is possible, from simple beginnings, we have come a long way, to building technology that is indistinguishable from magic. And we believe that technology is at its best when it can make people smile. If we do it with all our passion & intelligence, together nothing is impossible. How do we do it? In the future, every business will be a technology company, & the future is now. From food to finance every business is rapidly transforming & embracing cutting-edge technology at its core & good humanistic design at its heart. Indsafri can transform your business for growth, as we have done for numerous organizations big and small, by working as your trusted technology partner and bringing our deep industry experience. If you have a challenging business problem we believe there is always a solution, with the right process, talents & technology anything is possible. The Impact we create: We work with some of the Best Organizations around the world, with a distributed global network of Partners & Talents, using state-of-the-art cutting-edge Technology & High-end Human-Centered Design.

Website

Malander is seeking an experienced IT Auditor to join a leading listed entity based in Sandton. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple business units, engaging with senior stakeholders, and ensuring effective IT risk management and governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT audits, risk management, and internal controls, and must be immediately available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in addressing management queries and building/maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple entities and external audit providers.
• Facilitate the maintenance of IT risk profiles, challenge risk management information, and provide recommendations for improved processes and controls.
• Conduct IT General Control and Application Control reviews, as well as audits on technical infrastructure, project and programme management, cyber and information security, and data assurance.
• Plan, execute, and finalise IT audits in line with the audit methodology, ensuring all risks are identified, addressed, and documented.
• Prepare and review key audit documentation including engagement letters, planning memoranda, system descriptions, walkthroughs, RACMs, and test procedures.
• Perform audit testing, prepare working papers, review the work of junior auditors, and ensure quality of audit files.
• Provide training, guidance, and close supervision to audit team members to ensure objectives and practical coverage are achieved.
• Monitor project budgets, track timesheets, and escalate issues or delays to management promptly.
• Conduct meaningful follow-ups on audit findings and management actions, preparing reports for risk and audit committees.
• Stay up to date with internal audit, IT governance, and industry developments, while contributing to the continuous improvement of audit methodology.
• Support the development of the IT audit team through mentorship, feedback, and training.
• Travel as required to complete audit assignments.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Computer Auditing, Information Systems, or Auditing (essential).
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CGEIT (one or more is required)
• Minimum of 2 years' IT audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of IT General Controls, Application Controls, IT infrastructure (databases, operating systems), and cyber/information security.
• Familiarity with internal controls, risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO), and corporate/IT governance.
• Experience with CAATs and data analytics.
• Strong computer literacy and technical problem-solving skills.
• Advantageous: Bachelor's or Honours degree in progress or completed, and Financial Services industry experience.

Trainee Technician

This is a full-time on-site role for a Technician located in Durban. The Technician will be responsible for providing technical support, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, maintaining and repairing IT systems, and offering customer service to staff and clients.

• Must have Drivers License and Matric Cert.
• Consideration given to those with Maths and Science.
• Computer Literate.(preferable A+,N+ based qualifications)
• Electronic exposure would be an advantage.
• Must have drivers license

Note: This is an entry level position. Required to work on certain weekends.

Please email all CV's to |

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced IT Manager to join their team based in Cato Ridge.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in information technology with a focus on business operations & management.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior role within a complex IT environment.
• Strong knowledge of business management and technical skills to drive solutions
• Hands-on experience with ERP projects (maintenance and utilization).
• Knowledge of innovative technologies: SD-WAN, Cybersecurity, IIoT, AI, etc.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and SAP S/4HANA ERP

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage the company/business unit IT portfolio and other affiliated units as assigned
• Drive Group IT plans in the business and align localized IT initiatives with company business
• plans
• Act as the key liaison with business units to deliver technology solutions, service
• management, risk management, and relationship management
• Enforce IT policies, cybersecurity, and compliance; localize group policies as required
• Oversee IT infrastructure (SD-WAN, LAN, servers, CCTV, telephony, end-user devices, and
• plant technologies
• Act as an ambassador between IT and other business departments, focusing on user
• experience.
• Analyze business requirements with departments to determine ERP and technology needs,
• liaising with Group IT for ecosystem alignment.
• Manage and coordinate local IT projects, application change requests, and product testing.
• Oversee procurement, cost-effective purchases, and lifecycle management of IT assets.
• Inspect, monitor, and upgrade IT systems to ensure functionality, efficiency, and business
• alignment.
• Develop and control the IT budget, reporting on expenditure
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring cost efficiency

implement solutions as needed by Clients.

A good communicator who is well presented.

Must be proficient in:

Desktop Support

Service Desk Support

Microsoft 365, set up and maintenance

Networking, Setup, maintenance and administration

Sharepoint, setup, maintenance, and administration

Teams, set up and maintenance

ESET, setup, maintenance, and administration

Preferable some experience with

Servers and Server Support

PABX

Firewalls

You must have 2-3 years experience in a similar role

Certifications needed:

Degree or diploma in IT

A+, N+

MS900

AZURE Foundation

R25,000- R45,000 depending on experience