Web Systems Analyst at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• BSc Computer Science, or related qualification
• 7-9 years Web Programming experience,5 years of which were in PHP programming
• Linux Apache MySQL, PHP.
• Knowledge of the Consumer Protection Act, Electronic, Communications and Transaction Act.
• Knowledge of the Conservation and Tourism related legislation will be an added advantage.
• Web application development skills.
• Object orientated programming.
• Project management and leadership skills
• Database design and administration
• Communication skills (written & verbal)
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design, development, testing implementation, and maintenance of all E-Business systems within an open-source environment (PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML, etc.) according to relevant legislation and standards.
• Conduct feasibility study, work prioritization, and capacity planning for web projects and observe the software development life-cycle (SDLC) from start to finish.
• Draw, implement and consistently enforce complete and thorough documentation within the E-Business environment.
• Coordinate all processes with internal and external stakeholders (tourism departments, hosting company, payment gateway, corporate bank, and corporate IT service provider) to define, document, and deliver integrated E-Commerce applications, components, and strategies.
• Upgrade existing infrastructure and align all applications with new technology.
• Be responsible for online security and risk management.
• Enhance the user experience (UX) of all E-Commerce systems.
• Serve as a contingency for Senior Web Developer in all hands–on programming.
• Enhance the site for search engine optimisation and assist with marketing the website online.