HR Systems Application Support Consultant

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: IT
Reference: JHB006515/MS

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Employer: Datacentrix (Pty) Ltd

Managed Talent Solutions a Business Unit within Datacentrix is looking for an HR Systems Application Support Consultant for one of their client based in Randburg. This is a fixed term contract for 6 months. The Support Consultant will be required to serve as the custodial “owner” and subject-matter expert for designated IT applications/systems. Supporting the day-to-day use, performance and maintenance of the applications/systems, changes, improvements and enhancements to the applications/systems and involvement in Call Centre projects.Be part of new projects to understand what is happening and what needs to be supported.

Qualifications/Skills/Personal Attributes Required:

Matric
ITIL Foundation Certified is a prerequisite.
IT related qualification will be advantageous.
HR knowledge and workflow knowledge advantageous.
2-3 years’ direct experience in managing IT systems from a business point of view.
5-7 years related work experience.
2-3 years’ experience in analyzing and defining business requirement specifications.
Operational experience in a corporate channel environment.
The ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of operating systems (Microsoft Windows)
Data base proficiency.
Managing delivery of senior technical resources.
Deep knowledge and subject-matter expertise regarding the designated IT systems, products, services and procedures
Good understanding of IT systems development lifecycle principles.
Good listening skills.
Good analytical and business-analysis skills.
Good interpersonal skills
Basic understanding of project-management disciplines.
Basic understanding of Business Change Lifecycle methodology.
Good written-communication skills (writing MS Word documents).
Computer literate.
Good MS Office skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
General business acumen; commercial awareness
Professional credibility with sponsors/stakeholders
Team orientation

Accountability and responsibility

Manage the day-to-day use, performance and maintenance of the designated systems
Provide subject-matter expertise and knowledge regarding the systems, to all role players, and provide user support as required, in liaison with the Helpdesk.
Monitor and assess the extent to which the systems functionalities, performance, etc. meet/satisfy user requirements.
Manage Service level delivery according to agreed and signed off SLA’s.
Investigate incidents and problem reports regarding the systems and assist with problem resolution.
Ensure required maintenance requests are logged and implemented with little/no disruptions to business.
Know Systems landscape and ensure that this is monitored and optimized.
Document interdependencies between systems and other related systems & processes and optimize to ensure business stability.
Manage 3rd Party escalation.
Partake in Change Control meetings.
Ensure Incidents are addressed and resolved in a timeous manner.
Proactively identify shortcomings, issues, etc. in system functionalities, procedures and performance and make recommendations for changes/improvements.
Follow change governance process for any changes required in IT environment including sign off of UAT (user acceptance testing)
Ensure full understanding of business changes (BRD & BSS) to determine systems impact and sign off.
Review deployment plan and sign off if correct.
Provide subject-matter expertise and support & assistance to change projects regarding changes/improvements to systems.
Provide post-implementation user support.
Communicate with business units as per engagement model.
Provide reports and management information on system performance, issues, changes, etc. where and as needed
Keep abreast of trends, developments, best practices, competitive activities, etc. regarding systems functionalities, capabilities, etc.
Implement relevant policies and procedure and ensure that due processes are followed related to IT delivery.
Deliver appropriate solutions to close all IT related audit findings.
Drive solution of severity 1 and 2 and root cause analysis actively until resolved and follow escalation process if required.
Identify process gaps within business process where the system can’t support the business requirement and implement the solution.

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About Datacentrix (Pty) Ltd

At a Glance

Our Business:

Datacentrix is a leading, empowered ICT integrator that provides high performing and secure ICT solutions to corporate South Africa and the country’s public services sector.

Our Footprint:

Datacentrix operates from regional branch offices in Pretoria, Samrand, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London and Durban, with a network of small medium enterprises (SMEs) and service personnel around South Africa that are responsible for servicing remote areas.
Our Partners: Datacentrix’ global partnerships with its technology partners remain critical to the company’s success. The company is accredited by its vendors at the highest possible level both in the technical and sales arenas, which enhances the company’s strategic value as a single source service provider.

To achieve this, Datacentrix invests in its people through training and education, embracing broad based black economic empowerment (BBBEE), while actively partnering and representing leading technology partners with distinction.

Vision

Datacentrix intends to become the preferred ICT partner to the majority of South Africa's top commercial and public sector organisations over the next five years.