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Jun 22, 2017
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Join our team and contribute to our efforts of making higher education more accessible to Kenyans.
Job Vacancy: Analyst / Developer
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) was established in 1995 through an Act of Parliament CAP 213A of the laws of Kenya.
The mandate of HELB is to empower the dreams of Kenyans by sourcing for funds and providing financing (through loans, scholarships and bursaries) to Kenyans pursuing studies in institutions of higher learning in Kenya as recognized by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and/or the Technical, Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).
A vacancy has arisen for the position of Systems Analyst / Developer in the Information Communication and Technology Department (ICT).
The Board is looking for a highly competent, passionate, dedicated and self-driven individual of high integrity who is able to demonstrate strong technical skills to fill the position.
Systems Analyst / Developer
The Position: Reporting to Assistant ICT Manager, Business applications; the Systems Analyst / Developer will be responsible for gathering user requirements, analyzing, designing, developing and implementing business applications.
Additionally, the Systems Analyst/developer will be responsible for the maintenance of existing solutions as well as innovations for efficiency and enhanced service delivery.
Key Responsibility
- Gather requirements from business and discuss with users to come up with system specification
- Develop prototype for required solutions
- Develop and de-bug applications
- Develop existing applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification
- Develop reports and customizations specific to client requirements
- Optimization of existing solutions
- Perform tests for the solution developed and conduct User Acceptance Test (UAT) and obtain sign-off for the UAT
- Conduct training for internal staff and external customer on use of developed applications
- Develop technical and operational documentation for the applications
- Ensure safe custody of all applications documentation
- Keep up to date with the latest technologies.
- Perform any other duties that may be necessary for the effective management and success of the board
Minimum Requirements
- A Degree in BSc Information Systems or its equivalent
- Microsoft Dynamics AX certification
- Knowledge in the SSRS reporting framework
- Knowledge in Microsoft management reporter tool will be an added advantage
- Accounting / Financial knowledge will be an added advantage
Experiences
- At least three (3) years of experience in applications development and database operations
- Experience with a variety of programming languages and databases
- Proficiency in Oracle and SQL Server databases
- Proficiency in SQL scripting
- Proficiency in X++ programming language
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite
Personal Attributes
- Personal integrity
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Quick learner and adaptability
- Good interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Attention to details
- Results oriented
- Ability to work with strict deadlines
How to Apply
If you believe, you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please send your application, detailed CV, relevant copies of testimonials certificates, your date time contact, and contacts of three referees, to reach the office of Chief Executive Officer on the contact below and not later than 4th July 2017.
Chief Executive Officer & Board Secretary
Higher Education Loans Board
P.O. Box 69489-00400
Nairobi
OR Email Address: recruitment@helb.co.ke
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
HELB is an equal opportunity employer
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