Federal Gov't client is seeking SAP Functional Consultants, responsible for translating business needs into ICT system requirements and specifications for enhancements. It includes designing, analysing and documenting software systems to meet business expectations. They are responsible for writing functional specifications from the business requirements.
SAP Functional Consultants promote and deliver flexible, quality service and products to improve customer experience, work under the limited direction of senior staff to deliver results and undertake complex work. SAP Functional Consultants make ethical, evidence-based decisions using sound judgement, anticipate and respond to stakeholder needs and expectations, and may manage a team.
Estimated start date 2 September 2024
Initial contract duration 10 months
Extension term 12 months
Number of extensions 2
Location of work ACT, QLD, VIC
Working arrangements onsite
Security clearance Must be and Australian Citizen and able to obtain Baseline
Key duties may include, but are not limited to:
Functional Consultant – APS6
- perform detailed analysis and evaluation of business processes and requirements;
- create solution designs and implement solutions to meet business needs;
- create and maintain solution documents;
- support daily operations and monitor performance of business solutions;
- adhere to delivery and support methodologies and contribute ideas for improvement;
- perform detailed technical application assessments considering feasibility, resource effort, risks and benefits;
- conduct testing activities such as test planning, execution coverage reviews and defect management;
- collaborate with stakeholders to define tasks, resolve issues, solve problems and ensure effective and timely implementation of projects;
- undertake project quality management tasks such as peer and quality reviews of specifications, design and testing documents;
- review research, process models and documentation of other staff, providing guidance and feedback;
- resolve or escalate issues as required and suggest alternative approaches and solutions
Functional Consultant – EL1
- responsible for the design and configuration of SAP systems;
- lead and support operations of the team, including monitoring business performance, setting priorities and managing resources and workflow;
- lead and manage staff, including overseeing the management of performance, attendance and health and wellbeing;
- develop staff capability through coaching, mentoring and succession planning to increase performance, engagement and retention;
- oversee the development and implementation of the ICT solution;
- highlight and identify gaps in existing functionality;
- highlight and identify functional interdependencies;
- undertake and contribute to business management, strategic planning and workforce planning;
- assist with the management of finances, contracts, procurement, resources and expenditure within area of responsibility;
- ensure project deliverables and milestones are met on time and within budget;
- prepare and review a range of written material including technical and corporate documentation
Functional Consultant – APS6
Ability to:
- translate complex technical information for non-technical audiences
- investigate and analyse issues and make recommendations based on evidence
- think critically and analytically to solve complex problems
- work collaboratively and embrace agile ways of working
- implement, encourage and support innovation and continuous improvement
- identify, control, communicate and monitor risk
- enable change initiatives and encourage others to embrace change
- discuss and negotiate issues with credibility, transparency, and respect
Functional Consultant – EL1
Ability to:
- think strategically and align operational activity accordingly
- grasp expectations and concerns, and negotiate quality outcomes
- develop and manage a range of internal and external stakeholder relationships
- manage and resolve conflict using appropriate strategies
- understand the audience and context, and effectively tailor communication
- manage staff and competing priorities to achieve quality outcomes and project completion
- assess risks and implement mitigation strategies
- undertake objective, systematic analysis and draw accurate conclusions based on evidence
- make decisions based on professional judgment, risk evaluation and in the context of the environment
- develop long term plans for the team and manage work in the context of business priorities
- work highly independently under broad direction and act collaboratively
Primary Knowledge/Skills/Systems/Tools required for role include:
- SAP CRM
- SAP PSCD
- SAP S4/HANA
- SAP FI
- SAP CO
- SAP SRM
- SAP HCM
