JOB DESCRIPTION: Client is currently replacing its online services, new business functionality will be added to the user interface including self-service web capabilities. The Sr. Business Analyst is responsible for bridging the gap between our users and the technical staff in order to maximize the benefits the organization receives from its investment in information technology. Interact with users to develop business requirements and functional specifications documents and then lead the technical design process. Help insure the quality of the applications by defining acceptance criteria, developing and executing system tests. Here is an exciting opportunity to work with a small, sophisticated development group using the latest tools and techniques. Our system is a large-scale, complex, distributed- computing application which serves more than 400 staff members locally and hundreds of thousands of users around the world via the Internet. Responsibilities include: Developing business requirements, programming specifications and testing documents; Working with a complex application of broad scope and impact. Applying a high level of knowledge, ingenuity, and logical thinking to solve systems and program design problems; Participating in development efforts which apply usability principles and guidelines to design and develop interfaces to satisfy user requirements effectively; Developing detailed business, system and program design specifications; Leading the efforts of other Business Analysts who are designing and testing our systems; Serving as the unit's senior analyst, helping others solve difficult problems; Working with other senior members of project team in a harmonious and effective manner; Delivering applications which will enable and empower clients.

QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a strong professional commitment to the successful development of highly complex administrative systems combined with an understanding of how to achieve that success. The candidate must be able to work comfortably in a demand-driven environment, with responsibility for a number of interrelated software products and systems. A degree in Information Systems or a related field, and at least 10 years of applicable experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Other qualifications are:
Demonstrated successful experience implementing complex administrative information systems; Complete understanding of the business analysis process; Ability to develop detailed programming specifications that will satisfy the business requirements; Understanding of system testing concepts and test plan design; Experience leading a team of Business Analysts; Demonstrated strong conceptual, logical and problem-solving; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-based environment; Knowledge of relational database design and technology; Experience in development of web and client/server applications; Experience in higher education environment and/or business information systems; Knowledge of fund raising. Working knowledge of Windows Operating System.

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