Business Analyst at Safal Group

Safal Group

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
The company opened its first manufacturing facility in Mombasa, Kenya, in 1962, rapidly widening its reach to include further countries in East Africa, and then Southern Africa. In 2003, all operating companies were reversed into the current holding company called Safal Investments Mauritius Limited and conduct its business across Africa as the Safal Grou…Business AnalystKey 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.
RequirementsQualifications 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.
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