We are a social business committed to energy access and digital access in Africa. We make accessible to all innovative products that meet the needs of local populations to change their life. Baobab+ is available in Senegal, Mali, Madagascar and Ivory Coast. Baobab+ is part of Baobab Group, a digital finance group specializing in financial inclusion in 9 countries in Africa and China.
Job Summary
- As a Business Analyst, you will be the bridge between business needs and technological solutions.
- You will be responsible for understanding business requirements, analyzing processes, and translating these into clear, concise specifications for development teams.
- Your role is crucial in ensuring that the solutions delivered align with the strategic goals of Baobab Microfinance Bank Nigeria and meet the needs of its stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders using various techniques such as interviews, workshops, and surveys.
- Translate business requirements into functional and non-functional specifications, user stories, and use cases for development teams.
- Conduct detailed analysis of existing business processes and identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Collaborate with product owners, developers, quality assurance teams, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Create and maintain clear and comprehensive documentation, including process flows, data models, and system diagrams.
- Facilitate meetings and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to stakeholders.
- Support the testing phase by reviewing test cases and helping to validate that solutions meet the defined requirements.
- Assist in the implementation and deployment of new systems and processes, including user training and support.
- Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and new technologies in business analysis
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Management with a minimum of 3 years of experience working with software development teams using Agile Methodology.
- Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in the financial services or microfinance sector.
- Proficient in technical drawing, architecture drawing and process flow diagrams using tools like Draw.io, Lucid Chart, Miro, etc.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and processes.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
- Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SWOT analysis, gap analysis, process modeling).
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Banking Experience is an advantage.
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