Embarking on a journey of expansion, we are broadening the horizons of our department by welcoming new team members, each bringing their unique talents to enrich our collective vision and propel us towards greater success and digital transformation.

The Business Analyst (BA) is to be the primary voice and individual responsible for defining, cultivating, and translating the business requirements (including legal and regulatory requirements) into technical requirements and designs. AFSC is currently seeking a Senior BA with data and information management experience. We are moving forward with a new Enterprise Information Management Program and need a Senior Business Analyst to join the team. The BA will be the key resource in managing, planning, and working with business stakeholders. As well the BA will work in partnership with other Digital Services team members to define, deliver and drive the planned and prioritized business solutions. This includes working with information controllers to ensure information, data governance, legal and regulatory requirements are understood and assessed for inclusion into business processes.

We are seeking a candidate that fits into AFSCs culture. A spirit of continuous, iterative improvement, eager to learn, tackle new challenges, and uphold AFSCs values.

What will your growth opportunities look like in this role?

• Learn and become knowledgeable in information management for all AFSC Business needs including but not limited to insurance, lending, and risk management and be able to apply this knowledge to support business changing needs.
• Continuous learning through internal and external approved learning programs. Including the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Certification, Scrum Certification and Business Relationship Management Professional (BRMP) Certification programs.
• Learn and become knowledgeable in Digital Services internal tools and process, building skills through collaboration and community of practices.

What will you be responsible for?

• Plan and coordinate the identification, elicitation of requirements; conduct analysis of those requirements for completion and alignment; document and manage requirements.
• Participate in the documentation of "as is" and "to be" processes and describe the changes required to migrate to the "to be" capability to record accurately the change required.
• Contribute to the establishment, development, and analysis of existing and new information management processes to meet requirements.
• Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
• Manage and execute the deployment and quality assurance processes related to information management.
• Contribute to the adoption of a digital culture by embracing and applying digital capabilities and agile methodology.
• Develop own capabilities by participating in formal and informal training; gain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential.

What are we looking for from you?

• Makes sense of information to effectively solve problems.
• Learns the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments and holds self and others accountable to meet those commitments.
• Demonstrates openness to innovative ideas and ways of looking at things; suggests new and useful ideas or solutions.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to assess the impact of new requirements on application and other integrated systems.
• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Ability to use existing or learn new AFSC application or business program knowledge.
• Pro-active in continued professional and personal skill development.

What else is in it for you?

• Health, dental, and vision benefits on your first day of employment
• $950 Annual health spending account
• Corporate functions
• Winter closure
• PSPP contributions
• Generous vacation and special leave days
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Be part of AFSC Digital Transformation and Information Management Journey

Qualifications:

• 3+ years' experience in an Information Technology Business Analyst, Information Management, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, or similar role
• International Institute of Business Analysts (IIBA) Certification or planning to complete is preferred.
• Experience working with Information Technology Service Management Tools for Change Management / Deployments
• Agile / Scrum Certifications considered an asset.
• Diploma in Computer Systems
• Platform Experience / Certifications considered an asset (such as M365)
• Business Relationship Management Professional Certification or planning to complete is preferred.

Applicants with different experiences and education may be considered for developmental opportunities.

About AFSC

For over 80 years Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) has provided Alberta's agricultural producers and agribusinesses with loans, crop insurance and farm income disaster assistance. At AFSC, we're proud of the work we do to help build a strong, growing and diversified agriculture and agri-food industry in Alberta. Many AFSC team members are also producers and know first-hand the challenges and rewards Alberta producers face.

https://afsc.ca/about-afsc/