Applications Analyst – Enterprise Business Intelligence at FHI 360

Job Title: Applications Analyst – Enterprise Business Intelligence

Job Location : United States of America

Time type : Full time

About The Company

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the development and day-to-day maintenance and improvements of the application systems in test and production operations, including tasks related to identifying and troubleshooting application issues and issues resolution or escalation. Responsibilities also include root cause analysis, management communication, and client relationship management in partnership with Infrastructure Service Support and Operations team members! Ensures all production changes are made in accordance with lifecycle methodology, version control, appropriate testing, and risk guidelines. Acts as an internal expert in terms of the assigned system and is responsible for knowing what changes have been made to the base system. Plays a meaningful role in delivering high-quality service and support to various levels of internal users! Conducts technical and analytical work in developing, crafting, and/or analyzing technical solutions for clients. Assesses new software products and solutions. Duties include participation in client needs assessments, evaluating hardware and platform availability, and software requirements.

Accountabilities:  

• Assists in the evaluation, development and implementation of company systems, including custom developed, off-the-shelf, and/or hosted solutions.
• Participates in code and design reviews.
• Develops new system components to include graphic user interfaces, software programs, database interfaces and reports.
• Troubleshoots basic software malfunctions, maintaining existing programs and make appropriate modifications based on changes in business environment, equipment, personnel and/or errors in existing programs.
• Ensures the consistent and reliable use of all code management and library systems assuring available, reproducible and reusable programs.
• Coordinates with company employees and consultants, on-site and in the field.
• Works with IT (ITIL Lifecycle) and project teams to analyze and clarify operational and platform requirements.
• Executes development process for assigned work products within the scope of change/release management for improvements and projects.
• Ensures system documentation is up to date, including data related to incidents and improvements.
• Updates system documentation per the change/release process.
• Contributes to definition of standards, best practices and maintenance of applications.
• Determines project scope, timelines and provide quotes on development efforts.
• Leads code and design reviews.
• Develops tools to streamline development efforts.
• Defines and mentor staff in standards, best practices and maintenance of applications.
• Assists in managing flow of change request activities including assignment of programmer and documentation to be updated.
• Works with development team(s) to update project plans and supervise projects. Assists in managing overall scheduling and timeline across projects.
• Participates in business requirements definition and documentation.
• Coordinates with product vendors for technical support.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Participates in projects and initiatives as a project resource.
• Design appropriate system solutions, translate business requirements into system specifications.
• Setup, configure, or develop business applications to support business requirements.
• Develop and execute system test plans.
• Develop and execute plans for deploying the applications into production.
• Identify and resolve project issues to foster the project execution process.
• Troubleshoot issues in the use and functioning of the applications.
• Work with technical developers and database administrators to correct issues in the functioning of the applications.
• May assist in the use of a combination of data modeling, information engineering, mathematical model building, sampling and accounting principles to ensure efficient and comprehensive designs.
• Coordinate with application vendors as needed in the support process.
• Administer applicable security in adherence to the application’s access request and approval procedure(s).
• Provide regular communication on the status of assignments, requests and projects.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Integrates knowledge and skills from other specialties to address moderate to sophisticated work assignments and problems.
• Supports technology applications by exploring and adapting to changing technologies.
• Independently applies technical judgment to work assignments to achieve desired outcomes.
• Proactively verifies problem resolution. Independently resolves routine and non-routine problems. Performs diagnostics on assigned software and/or hardware.
• Makes suggestions for technical modifications to prevent future problems.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Coordinate and facilitate the work of others (Developers and other analysts) in support of the project execution process.
• Train entry-level Application Analysts.
• Provide guidance and support the users in their efforts to become proficient in the use of the applications.
• Consults with clients and higher- level technicians and analysts to resolve technical problems and ensure client satisfaction.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or Related Field.

Experience:

• 5 – 8 Years of related work experience.
• Development experience of Power BI – at least 3 years of Power BI & any other prior BI experience – expertise in Visualizations, data modeling techniques, power query and best practices
• Development experience of SQL data warehouse and databases (MS SQLServer, Oracle or other database vendors)
• Knowledge and development experience of data integration services preferably Azure data factory or similar data orchestration & integration services in the cloud
• Knowledge and experience with writing technical requirements, test scripts and knowledge of software programming languages and technologies.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to technical and non- technical users.
• Ability to initiate majority of relevant tasks, specify and plan activities for task accomplishments and advise supervisor of variances.
• Prior experience working in a non- governmental organization (NGO).

Typical Physical Demands: 

• Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-10 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 10%

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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