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About this tender
This Tender is invited by the Issuer. Overview The University of Canberra is seeking a suitably qualified Test Analyst to support the implementation of its Future Students Digital Handbook (FSDH), a strategic digital transformation initiative. Purpose The FSDH has been established in response to the planned decommissioning of the University's existing Digital Handbook in January 2027 and is intended to support the provision of a modern, accessible and future-focused course discovery experience for prospective students. The University requires specialist resources to supplement internal capability and provide the expertise necessary to design, architect, develop, integrate and test the FSDH within the required implementation timeframe. The Test Analyst will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, functionality, accessibility and readiness of the solution prior to implementation. Scope The scope includes: Provision of a suitably qualified Test Analyst to support implementation of the FSDH project Working collaboratively with the University's Student Recruitment and Marketing, Digital, Information and Technology Management, the Content Management System (CMS) implementation partner and other Project stakeholders Validating that the solution meets business, functional and technical requirements Delivering services either on-site at the University or remotely, as agreed with the University Contractor Requirements Mandatory The Test Analyst must demonstrate the following attributes: Minimum three (3) years' experience in software or digital platform testing Demonstrated experience performing system, integration and regression testing Experience testing websites, digital platforms or content management system implementations Experience developing test plans, test cases and testing documentation Experience managing and reporting defects through testing lifecycles Experience supporting UAT activities Experience validating accessibility requirements and digital compliance standards Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills Desirable The Test Analyst should demonstrate the following attributes: Experience within Higher Education, Government or similarly complex organisations Experience testing CMS or DXP implementations Experience testing integrations, APIs and dynamic content services Experience testing search functionality and content discoverability solutions Experience supporting Agile delivery projects Experience using test management and defect tracking tools Contract Terms and Conditions The contract is anticipated to commence in December 2026 and conclude in January 2027, for an initial term of approximately two (2) months The term may be extended, subject to Project delivery requirements and the University's ongoing need for specialist support Enquiries Buyer contact: TMO.Procurement@canberra.edu.au
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