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SAFARICOM SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST


Safaricom Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya. We are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community. At Safaricom, we take pride in our talent and develop them to realize their maximum potential!

SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST

REF: CBU_SBA_DEC_2012
Reporting to the HOD, Consumer Planning & Pricing, the principle role is to provide business support to VAS and Retention Product Managers and encompasses reporting, performance measurement, business intelligence and preparing payments and resolving disputes for content providers.
The job holder’s key responsibilities will be;
  • Pricing of PRSP products i.e. gaming and non-gaming codes, VAS Onboarding codes and Special Codes that Safaricom promotes, SKIZA, mobile advertising and other VAS products
  • Pricing of Bulk SMS product and review of revenue share matrix to ensure growth in revenue and to manage costs
  • Preparation of Bonga Redemption matrix as per business needs
  • Post price review using the business case as the guide, ensuring measurement of actual performance vis-à-vis projected numbers
  • Attend meetings with product managers & other stakeholders to understand the concept, mechanisms and processes around new products.
  • Monthly generation of insights on VAS products that gives detailed analysis of the products and services
  • Preparation of monthly performance reports on all VAS products
  • Preparation of monthly payments schedules to facilitate partner payments
  • Represent and act on behalf of CBU in any projects that you may be assigned to.
The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies;
  • BCOM or Economics Degree or relevant degree with 2 - 3 years’ experience in financial analysis, costing and/or management accounting, coupled with CPA/ACCA/CA Qualifications;
  • MBA qualification will be an added advantage with high computer literacy;
  • Good analytical skills for decision making and attention to detail;
  • Ability to relate well with both internal and external customers and work in teams;
  • Ability to make use of management reports to take action within strict deadlines;
  • Embrace the Safaricom values and behaviors in daily operations
  • Keen attention to details with the ability to work without supervision;
  • Basic knowledge of standard principles of accounting is an added advantage;
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and passion send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. The deadline for application is Monday 13th May, 2013.
Head of Talent & Resourcing
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to;
hr@safaricom.co.ke