The Central Bank of Barbados is seeking to fill the vacant post of Analyst/Programmer, Management Information Systems Department.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will analyse, design, code, implement and maintain the computerized systems for the Bank’s core business and internal business functions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities will include:
- Analysing, designing, coding and implementing computer applications for all core business and internal business functions of the Bank to ensure that computerization improves efficiency of processes and productivity of staff. Ensuring applications meet all functionality of user departments and that required interfaces between applications are prepared
- Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of acquired solutions
- Implementing automated solutions to enhance the Bank’s digital landscape
- Creating reports for applications based on user requirements
- Learning and utilising new information technology (IT) and tools to improve efficiency at the Bank
- Utilising the internet and user groups to solve problems encountered in development, reducing the reliance on paid training and consultancy
- Maintaining and enhancing existing systems to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity
- Training staff on all new and/or modified systems to ensure ease of use and minimum learning curve
- Developing user and system operation manuals for all systems providing easy reference
- Maintaining current documentation for each system
- Researching, evaluating and implementing emerging technologies which contribute to improving the efficiency and productivity of the Bank’s processes
- Providing technical support for all applications, ensuring minimum down time of applications
- Upgrading applications when necessary to ensure maximum efficiency is maintained and the full capacity of the system is always available
- Administering databases to ensure data integrity and availability
- Ensuring business continuity plans are in place for business-critical applications to allow for seamless transition in the event of disaster - Replication of data to hotsite
- Performing any other related duties as assigned
Education/Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree in a computer related discipline or Professional IT Certification; and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in systems analysis, design and the development of applications.
or
A Master of Science in computer related discipline or Professional IT Certification; and a minimum of one (1) year’s experience in systems analysis and design and the development of applications.
The Candidate
The successful candidate must have:
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Good interpersonal and consultative skills
- Good planning and organizational skills
- Ability to work as a team member and independently
- Strong leadership ability
- Demonstrated knowledge of MS SQL
- Demonstrated ability to program using languages such as C, C++, Visual Basic, Visual Studio/.NET environment (C# or VBScript)
- Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Knowledge of Crystal Report Writer would be an asset.
- The ability to work outside of normal working hours.
Compensation
Salary and benefits, including Group Life Insurance, Group Medical Insurance and Pension will be in accordance with the Bank’s policy.
Deadline for Submission of Applications
Interested persons should submit their job application and curriculum vitae to the Director, Human Resources Department, by email, to hrapplications@centralbank.org.bb no later than December 28, 2020.
Please be advised that only suitable applications will be acknowledged.
