As a systems analyst, you should:
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have an extensive knowledge
of hardware, software and programming
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be able to gather and
interpret data
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have excellent
communication skills, for discussing ideas with colleagues from technical
and non-technical roles, and clients
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have excellent analytical
skills and creative approach to problem solving
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have good negotiating
skills
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be able to plan and manage
a project
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have an appreciation of
wider business demands
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be able to work within a
budget
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be willing to update skills
in line with developments within the sector
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be able to work as part of
a team.
As a project manager, you should have the following skills:
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Leadership - inspiring
others to create a vision and strive to achieve the goals
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Good communication -
ability to provide valuable information related to the project status in a
timely and effective manner
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Conflict resolution skills
- assisting in resolution of any project conflicts so that the project team
members all feel part of the process and want to remain involved in the
project
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Negotiation skills -
maintaining relationships with people who are involved in the project
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Team building - assists the
team members in understanding their roles and responsibilities on the
project and work collaboratively
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Listening skills - using
good listening skills to truly hear and try to understand what others on the
project are trying to say
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Relationship management - capable of working with all levels within the
organization by building relationships with them.
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