Warrick Smith

Warrick Smith T: - E:-214Quest Corsair, 20 Corsair Road, Sandrift, Cape Town, South Africa, 7441 Post Graduate Professional I am a highly motivated and dedicated Digital Business Analyst at a company called Methys in Cape Town. I graduated from Rhodes University (Grahamstown, South Africa) in 2013, specialising in Information Systems and Economics in 2013. During my time at Methys I have used the opportunity to further my skills significantly and I believe that I am capable of stepping up to the next level in my career. I have the desire and determination to push the boundaries and put in the extra effort to deliver targets and actively work together with my colleagues to build and establish great relationships and results for the company. Core Competencies - Communication - Reporting and Documentation - Wireframing - Requirements Analysis - Project Management - Test Case Analysis - MS Office Proficient - Technical Support - SCRUM and AGILE Methodologies Education Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa  Degree in Bachelor of Commerce -) - Majors: Information Systems and Economics Related course work: Systems Development Lifecycle | Computer Science | Project Management | Systems Design | SQL | Microeconomics | Macroeconomics | International Trade | Environmental Economics | Money & Banking  Degree in Bachelor of Arts -) - Majors: Journalism and Anthropology Related course work: Journalistic report writing |Critical writing | Ethnographic research | Internet (New) Media Westville Boys’ High School  Senior Certificate -) - Aggregate: Passed with Merit Work Experience Digital Business Analyst – Methys, Cape Town, South Africa October 2015 - Present Methys has utilised its strategic, creative and technical know-how to produce consistently engaging digital experiences, delivering cutting edge robust solutions to its clients. The company adheres to the highest standard of quality in delivering projects and are passionate about providing an exceptional level of service. Responsibilities:  Proposal writing  Performing requirements gathering, investigation and analysis  Engaging with clients  Wireframing  Backlog Grooming Work Experience Cont. Junior Business Analyst/SQL Developer– Power-star, Durbanville, South Africa November 2014 - October 2015 Power-star is an energy management company which provides energy measurement solutions to companies all around South Africa as well as abroad. Starting from humble beginnings, the company has grown into a market leader and continues to see success coupled with its growth. Responsibilities:  Business requirements analysis  Google Analytics and Search Engine Optimisation  SQL procedure and query development  Testing and test plan creation  Documentation and reporting back to shareholders regarding website improvement Quality Analyst – Derivco, Durban, South Africa April 2014 - October 2014 Derivco is an online gaming development studio which specializes in online gambling. The products and services that are created are developed and maintained by a team of highly skilled people, operating in a very competitive and increasingly sophisticated market. Responsibilities:  Testing and scrutinising the software products  Create and implement test planning  Follow ISO quality standards as defined by the company  Hands on involvement with Mobile technology and development Athletics coach - Diocesan School for Girls, Grahamstown, South Africa- Responsibilities:  Provide a variety of sports coaching for students of various ages in all sports  Assist other teachers and coaching organise and arrange sports days  Referee sports matches of all age groups every Saturday during the school operations Junior Floor Manager – Mobeni Tyre Service Station, Durban, South Africa- Mobeni tyre service station is one of the largest petrol station sites in the region. Situated in the transition zone between Durban Harbour and the industrial area and generates over 13 million litres of fuel annually. Responsibilities:  Assist owner in daily operational tasks  Responsible for the entire sites logistical ordering (both for the convenience store stocks as well and the petrol and diesel fuel) liaising with central depot daily  Liaising with existing fuel account customers and processing daily monthly invoices for payment  Assist owner in staff delegation as well as handling disputes  Assist owner in weekly staff training  Motivate, encourage and lead all the floor staff supervisors and cashiers Additional information I am an active and keen follower of almost all sport and very fond of the outdoors. While at University I served as head of the student housing accommodation Served as the Chairman for the Rhodes Athletics Club Secretary of the ‘Owners Own Financial Club’ References available on request