Job Purpose
This role is responsible for conducting performance testing, User Acceptance Testing, Regression Testing, test automation and other required assurance activities and recommend for production deployment of assigned business systems solutions. The role will be expected to utilize processes that enhance testing efficiency such as use of data for AI driven testing; agile testing practices like testing automation, test driven development and shifting left etc
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
Support the planning, design and execution of test plans, test scripts and process plans for projects
Work closely with various departments to perform and validate test cases based on quality requirements and recommend changes to predetermines quality guidelines
Ensure that the end product meets the minimum quality standards, is fully functional and user friendly
Support resource allocation decisions during project prioritization with stakeholders
Lead and guide assigned team reportees on required Quality engineering deliverables
Apply Quality Assurance/Engineering expertise on assigned initiatives and undertake research on best practice as part of benchmarking
Hands-on monitoring of team members’ and working alongside others
Manage delegation and completion of tasks to ensure timely delivery
Guide, motivates and encourage team members
Provide regular progress reports to management
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
Lead cross functional testing teams to undertake all required quality engineering activities for assigned initiatives
Ensure that delivered solutions are aligned to business requirements and scenarios through software testing to ascertain fit for use.
Engage and negotiate with relevant stakeholders to establish acceptance and evaluation criteria for software test assignments through entry and exit criteria.
Ensure that test plans, test cases, test scripts and test data are developed and available for planned assignments
Conduct defect triage meetings are effectively organized by liaising with the relevant stakeholders to plan meetings, circulate agendas and reports, taking note of action points checking that agreed actions are carried out.
Ensure that required tools for software application lifecycle management, load, stress and performance testing are available for use.
Conduct source code reviews on software solutions maintained or developed by internal resources to improve solution quality
Identify, document and categorize risks likely to impact software testing and develops mitigation measures in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
Administrative; Stakeholder and Quality Standards Responsibilities/ Tasks
Collaborate with business subject matter experts to understand and document solutions delivery test cases and test acceptance criteria
Proactively engage with stakeholders to address needs and issues
Ensure high level of customer service across all interactions and deliverables
Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations
Serve as team representative at designated meetings and respond to questions/tasks related to quality assurance/engineering management/
Maintain quality standards in all assigned Initiatives
Participate in post-implementation quality audits
Participate in planning and scheduling of solutions implementation audits
Participate in conducting of solutions implementation audits; follow-ups on corrective actions and preparation of solutions implementation audit report
Collaborate with unit team members to deliver on Solutions delivery initiatives
Complete all assigned tasks to ensure timely delivery
Comply with HR requirements on staff policy guidelines and requirements
Mentoring, training and skills development of interns and attaches
Any additional duties as assigned
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or other related technical Field from a recognized university
Practical experience in relevant MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Broad technical expertise combined with business acumen skills
Project; Quality Management or Business Analysis training or experience is an added advantage
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
Excellent Business Analysis and Process improvement technical skills
Proactive and Solutions Oriented with well-developed decision-making skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Highly innovative; creative and results driven
Strong logical and strategic thinker
Lateral Thinker and Team Player
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills along with meeting facilitation skills – must be able to listen to customers, document requirements quickly & accurately, and review written materials for accuracy. Must also be able to communicate technical information to persons at all technical levels.
Risk management and analysis
Project Management; Quality analysis and Change management skills
Strong leadership, people management and interpersonal skills
Excellent business awareness and understanding
Desire to continually learn new skills
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Membership to one or more of the below professional bodies will be an advantage:
Certified International Software Testing Qualification Border (ISTQB) Tester
IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Project Management Certification
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
Certified Incident Handler (ECIH)
Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP)
ISO 27001
International Association for Six Sigma Certification (IASSC)
International Institute of Business Analysis™ (IIBA)
Previous relevant work experience required.
At least four (4) years’ work experience in a similar role with one (1) year at supervisory level
An understanding of Business improvement methodologies and techniques
Practical experience in relevant MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
A good understanding of technology.
Experience in leading people in diverse roles
Knowledge/Certification in ISO 9001:2015 an added advantage
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