Analyst Developer , University of Kent

The Role

Information Services have an exciting opportunity to gain highly sought after technical skills and experience within the HE Sector. The post is within the Student Systems Development Team (SSDT) and will work as part of the well-established and enthusiastic SITS Admissions Support Team as an Analyst Developer.

You will receive training in configuring, and developing the Tribal SITS based Admissions System. Tribal SITS is a market leading software solution in the HE Sector helping universities stay ahead in a competitive global marketplace.

You will also gain experience in the associated business processes for recruitment and admissions liaising with key stakeholders throughout the University.

As an Analyst Developer you will be responsible for providing support and facilitating the development of additional functionality on the SITS Admissions System. This is a varied post which will be involved with working on programming and configuration of the Tribal SITS Admissions system using Tribal toolsets and associated technologies, developing reports and resolving customer requests/incidents/problems to streamline processes and improve the customer experience.

You will have a flair for understanding business processes, and creating intuitive web interfaces. You will also be proactive with great diagnostic and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a range of stakeholders to support and enhance key academic administrative systems which meet the wide-ranging needs of the University.

We welcome applications from talented individuals who are enthusiastic to take on new challenges and learn on the job. This full time post is offered as a new position or secondment for a fixed term period until October 2017.

Information Services

Information Services is comprised of four sections: Customer Support, Library Collections and IT Development together directly support almost all areas of University activity, and the Planning and Administration section supports the work of the department.

A strong emphasis is placed on user support and all provision is targeted as closely as possible to user needs. In line with the University's strategic direction on information management, further emphasis is now being placed on the importance of increased electronic information provision, with a view to making more effective provision in some areas and developing new provision in others.

Website: www.kent.ac.uk/is/who

Further Information

Interviews are to be held: w/c 16 May 2016 (TBC).

Please see the links on the vacancy page to view the full job description and also to apply for this post. If you require further information regarding the application process please contact Gemma Ray ong.ray@kent.ac.uk.

Please note - applications must be made via the University's online application system. You will be required to fill in the main details section of the application form as well as upload your CV and a summary document. Your summary should provide clear evidence and examples demonstrating where you meet the essential criteria for the post. We recommend a maximum of 4 x A4 sides for this document.

CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.