nsfas.org.za Software Tester : National Student Financial Aid Scheme

Company Name : National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Job Title : Software Tester
Department : ICT Department
Type & Grade: Permanent, Grade 9
Closing date: 23 September 2016.

Website : http://www.nsfas.org.za/content/careers.html
Guideline : https://www.southafricain.com/uploads/155-Tester.pdf

Software Tester :

Position Overview :
** The successful applicant will be required to perform ICT system testing of applications and reports.
** In addition, the candidate will be responsible for defect management, issue resolution and escalation.

Related : National Student Financial Aid Scheme Procurement Manager : www.southafricain.com/165.html

** The individual will be required to have good problem solving skills, an eye for detail, with previous exposure to the full ICT testing life cycle.

** The candidate should have broad exposure to all aspects of testing, including functional, non-functional, load, stress and usability.
** The candidate should also have a good appreciation of software development (predominantly in a Java and SQL environment) and be able to work within an SDLC process.

Responsibilities :
Given the new student centred model implementation with its resultant vibrant, technologically savvy and high performance organisational culture, the following Key Performance Areas will be expected :
** Meet with business users and understand functional requirements and UAT test criteria;
** Create and update test cases from business requirements and carry out test plans;
** Perform the various phases of functional and non-functional testing;
** Create and execute automated tests;
** Log defects found during testing and monitor their progress in resolution;

** Manage testing timelines and associated communication; and
** Perform UAT training and support.
** Experience using various test automation tools;
** Perform regression and ad hoc testing of system components potentially affected by system changes; and
** Actively participate in daily Scrum and project planning meetings.

Desired Skills And Experience :
Minimum requirements :
** BComm degree in Information Systems, or similar qualification
** ISTQB/ISEB Foundation Certification in Software Testing.
** Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a tester

Beneficial skills and experience :
** SQL and Java development
** Understanding of the higher and further education and training sector in South Africa

Competencies :
** Create and maintain test cases;
** System integration and User acceptance testing experience;
** Experience in web-based and Windows applications;
** Solid experience in databases and user interface testing;
** Skill and experience in writing Microsoft SQL queries;

** Fully Microsoft Office literate with advanced level Excel skills;
** Experience with automated testing tools highly desirable;
** Understanding / experience of test methodologies and techniques;
** Creation and execution of automated tests;
** Thorough application/report testing (delivers a high quality product to the business for UAT);
** UAT training and support;
** Defect tracking and resolution thereof

Please Note :
** NSFAS do not consider late applications
** Internal NSFAS Staff on Leave must ensure that they check the NSFAS portals for advertised vacancies and familiarize themselves with the respective closing dates
** Interested applicants should send detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic qualifications and names of three contactable referees to Ms. Thokozile Mnikina via email jobs AT nsfas.org.za

Remuneration & Benefits :
Remuneration Package :
** R427 144 – R503 138 Total Cost to Company per annum inclusive of all benefits and company contributions.

Benefits and Conditions :
** Compulsory Medical Aid, Pension Fund & Annual Bonus Included in the above remuneration is the company contribution to our compulsory pension fund (15%), medical aid contributions and an annual bonus.

Contact Us :
Private Bag X1,
Plumstead 7801,
South Africa