Senior Manager – ICT

Job Title: Senior Manager – ICT
Location: Head Office
Division: Corporate Services
Total Guaranteed Package: R 1,263,179.53 Per Annum (inclusive of benefits)
Closing Date: 11 September 2024

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems.

Added Advantage:

• Formal management qualifications such as MDP, SMDP, etc.
• Certifications like ITIL, COBIT, CISA, CGEIT.

Minimum Experience:

• 8 years of related experience in a corporate IT department with exposure to networking, security, and software development.
• 5 years of management experience.
• 3 years of experience in Project Management.
• Experience in business process understanding and re-engineering.
• Knowledge of Microsoft environment.
• Sound understanding of business processes.

Key Outputs:

Reporting to the Executive Manager: Corporate Services, the Senior Manager – ICT will:

• Establish and review IT Strategy to align with organizational goals and business needs.
• Keep policies, procedures, and Terms of References up-to-date.
• Provide leadership, strategic direction, and management for the IT Department.
• Conduct strategic planning sessions, set goals, and action the corporate scorecard for the ICT department.
• Provide reliable IT infrastructure and services to internal customers.
• Oversee and manage the LAN and WAN, ensuring secure network access.
• Ensure proper configuration of windows servers, exchange servers, and SQL servers.
• Oversee business analysis and process review to enhance efficiency.
• Perform project manager role on large IT projects and oversee small and medium IT projects.
• Manage IT training and collaborate with HR on external IT training.
• Manage all resources of the IT unit, including staff development and performance reviews.

Other Requirements:

• Maintain knowledge and skills in the evolving IT environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Valid unendorsed driver’s license.
• Lateral thinking, business acumen, and process knowledge.

Preferences:

• Experience in computer programming.
• Experience with BAAN or similar ERP systems.
• Conflict management and good presentation skills.

Application Process:

If you have not heard back within 60 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. These appointments will align with Amatola Water’s Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, with preference given to suitably qualified individuals from designated groups. Lobbying will disqualify candidates.

Applicants should submit a detailed CV, certified copies of academic certificates, a certified copy of their Government Certificate & ID (not older than 6 months), and two recent references to the Human Resources Manager, Amatola Water, Private Bag X3, Vincent, 5217. For more information, contact (043) 707 3700 or email recruitment@amatolawater.co.za.

 

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