Application closing date: Friday, 26 April 2024 • 11:59pm, Canberra time

Estimated start date: Monday, 27 May 2024

Location of work: NSW

Working arrangements: Subject to negotiations with line manager, hybrid working arrangements in line with current NDIA policy are available (minimum of 3 days each week in the office, with flexible arrangements in place for the remaining 2 days).

Length of contract: 12 months

Contract extensions: No extension offers at this stage

Security clearance: Ability to obtain a Baseline clearance is required for this role.

Rates: $60 - $80 per hour (inc. super)

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the independent statutory agency that is responsible for implementing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS); supporting a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. The NDIA values a positive contemporary attitude to disability. Our work is driven by the Corporate Plan which provides strategic direction to achieve our purpose of making a difference so that people with disability can choose and achieve their goals.

The NDIA Values are:

• We value people – We put participants at the heart of everything we do.
• We grow together – We work together to deliver quality outcomes.
• We aim higher – We are resilient and always have the courage to do better.
• We take care – We own what we do and we do the right thing.

Our values reflect our passion and commitment to building a positive, participant-centred culture. The NDIA welcomes and encourages applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Where possible, the NDIA will make reasonable adjustments to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

The National Disability Insurance Agency, Office of the CIO (NDIA OCIO) is undertaking major work programs to deliver innovative fit-for-need ICT-based solutions to improve the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

The Senior Test Analyst, SAP plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of SAP software implementations. They are responsible for designing, executing, and documenting tests to validate SAP systems and configurations. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in SAP applications and testing methodologies.

Duties:

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for SAP application.
• Liaise with Service Australia for all upcoming SAP releases and testing requirements.
• Conduct functional, integration, and regression testing of SAP modules.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify and prioritise testing requirements.
• Analyse and report defects and work closely with developers to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with testing standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Participate in requirements gathering, design reviews, and quality assurance activities.
• Provide technical expertise and support to project teams and stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.

Essential Criteria

1. 3 to 5 years of experience in SAP testing or related field.
2. Strong knowledge of SAP applications, modules, and business processes.
3. Proficiency in testing tools and methodologies, such as Jira Xray, SAP Solution Manager, and Agile/Scrum.
4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
5. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Desirable Criteria

1. SAP certification.
2. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.