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Business Analyst at Safal Group

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience 5 – 8 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Data, Business Analysis and AI&nbsp , ICT / Computer&nbsp

Business Analyst at Safal Group

Business Analyst

Key responsibilities:

Performance and Continuous Improvement

  • Acts as a critical catalyst in the Company’s drive towards a performance-oriented culture and continuous improvement
  • Reviewing and continuously challenging/assisting in updating frameworks and tools used by the Company in driving performance. This includes (but is not limited to) performance dashboards, performance management systems, reports, etc.
  • Provides day-to-day support to the Managing Director on critical performance initiatives to ensure timely delivery by the various MRM Management Team members and teams
  • Supports the Managing Director on special tasks such as business research, special analysis, review of specific documents, etc
  • Follow up on actions on behalf of the Managing Director as discussed and agreed
  • Assists the Managing Director during crisis management
  • Proactively identifies matters that may require the Managing Director’s attention 

Projects

  • Prepare and share periodic summary status updates for the selected Business Unit key projects, clearly highlighting exceptions that require escalation/action
  • Lead the identification and prioritisation of key Business Unit projects with the Managing Director and the MRM Management team – in support of the MRM’s strategic and short-term objectives
  • Collaborate with the Management team and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient execution of projects on a prioritised basis with a clear execution roadmap
  • Champion the development of business cases when required and ensure that benefits are tracked
  • Support the Managing Director in the development and driving progress on the strategic and operational plan 

Enterprise Risk Management 

  • Support in the development/enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management framework, tools and practices to proactively identify, evaluate/analyse and report enterprise risks & opportunities on an ongoing basis. This will include:
    • Definitions
    • Categorisation of risks
    • Evaluation/analysis methodology (e.g. impact; probability)
    • Approach to mitigating risks – actions (SMART)
    • Monitoring mechanisms
  • In accordance with the Enterprise Risk Management framework and in alignment with Safal Group guidance:
    • Assist in identifying and consolidating the enterprise risks at MRM, overall and for respective operations/functions.
    • Facilitate the evaluation of risks and the development of mitigation actions
    • Lead the monitoring of the status of the risks and mitigating actions, and facilitate the escalation process
  • Set up the appropriate forums and tools to track and monitor progress on mitigating actions and drive closure.
  • Provide key inputs into relevant MRM / Safal Group reports and Board Committees that oversee the enterprise risk management process. 

Others

  • General Support to the Managing Director and MRM Management team to coordinate critical activities, monitor key actions and drive closure of the same
  • Support Managing Director in the preparation and effective execution of Key meetings and forums, e.g. Weekly PIT Stops and Monthly Business Review Meetings
  • Strongly contribute to the MRM Culture change program
  • Other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the Managing Director.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

  • Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related field

Experience required:

  • General work experience (years): 5–8 years of experience in business analysis, performance management, strategy execution, or a related role
  • Proven experience in data analysis, reporting, and driving business insights
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
  • Industry: Manufacturing

Key competencies and skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SAP, or similar)
  • Solid understanding of KPIs, scorecards, and performance measurement frameworks
  • Financial and operational analysis skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Project management experience is a plus

Language requirements:

  • English

Computer literacy:

  • MS Office packages
  • IT Software applications

Personality profile:

  • Analytical Thinker
  • Strategic Mindset
  • Results-Oriented
  • Strong Communicator
  • Collaborative Partner
  • Resilient and Adaptable
  • Critical Thinker and Problem Solver
  • Accountable and Self-Driven

Additional/specific work requirements:

  • Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent business intelligence platforms.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for accessing and analysing operational and financial data.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in preparing performance reports and dashboards.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Safal Group on safal.mcidirecthire.com to apply

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