Business Analyst at DexNova Consulting Limited

DexNova Consulting Limited is a Professional Services firm operating in the knowledge industry and dedicated to building excellent delivery capability in organisations across Africa through Professional Training and Certifications. We are Certified Education Providers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Analyst

Locations: Plateau
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Business Analyst/Strategist will critically analyze business operations and develop strategic initiatives to drive growth and efficiency.
• This position requires a data-driven professional with strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

 Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and interpret data from various sources to provide insights into business performance.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Assistinthedevelopmentandimplementationofbusinessstrategiesandplans.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Perform financial modeling and forecasting to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial statements and operational metrics to assess business health and performance.
• Identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Recommend and implement best practices and innovative solutions to optimize business operations.
• Lead and manage strategic projects from initiation to completion.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with business goals.
• Work closely with Executive Management to understand business needs and priorities.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders clearly and concisely.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented strategies and make necessary adjustments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field. A master's degree or MBA is preferred.
• 3 years of experience in business analysis, strategy development, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify trends.
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP) or Project Management (e.g., PMP).
• Experience in a specific industry relevant to the company's operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as Excel, SQL, and BI tools(e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey insights and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strongfinancialacumenandexperiencewithfinancialmodelingandforecasting.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to business challenges.
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Application Closing Date
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