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COMMUNITY SCHEMES OMBUD SERVICE (CSOS) - CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
COMMUNITY SCHEMES OMBUD SERVICE (CSOS)
The Community Schemes Ombud Service Act (Act 9 of 2011) was promulgated on 11 June 2011 and provides for the establishment of the Community Schemes Ombud Service (“CSOS”) as a public entity. The CSOS has been classified as a Schedule 3A Public Entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (Act No.1 of 1999) (PFMA).
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
(5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
(CSOS/CIO/01/23)
This position reports to the Chief Ombud and offers a total cost to company package of
R 1 964 745,93 per annum.
Requirements
• A degree in Information Technology/Computer Science plus an (NQF level 8) in Information Technology/Computer Science.
• Master’s degree in computer science/ MTech in Information Technology or MBA.
• 10 – 15 years working experience in the respective field with at least 5 years as a senior manager with the ICT department in large corporate/public sector organization.
• Extensive track record of implementation large transformation modernisation projects.
Key Performance Areas
• Provide strategic leadership to the ICT division and drive the development of CSOS’s ICT Strategy and Operating Plan by analysing and interpreting CSOS business strategy and ICT roadmap to determine the strategic direction of the entire ICT function and ensure efficient information management and communication.
• Monitor all projects related to selection, acquisition, development, and installation of major information systems and minimise the investment required to meet the established services level agreements, to ensure that solutions are aligned to the specification to execute CSOS business.
• Lead and manage the governance of ICT and develop of ICT policies, standards aimed at maximising the effectiveness and minimising costs related to ICT activities and compliance with external accrediting agency standards, regulatory agencies, and legal requirements.
• Lead and manage the selection, acquisition, development and installation of ICT infrastructure and monitor ICT operations in line with organisational requirements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to provide technology advice and keep abreast on development in the ICT industry.
Requirements
• A degree in Information Technology/Computer Science plus an (NQF level 8) in Information Technology/Computer Science.
• Master’s degree in computer science/ MTech in Information Technology or MBA.
• 10 – 15 years working experience in the respective field with at least 5 years as a senior manager with the ICT department in large corporate/public sector organization.
• Extensive track record of implementation large transformation modernisation projects.
Key Performance Areas
• Provide strategic leadership to the ICT division and drive the development of CSOS’s ICT Strategy and Operating Plan by analysing and interpreting CSOS business strategy and ICT roadmap to determine the strategic direction of the entire ICT function and ensure efficient information management and communication.
• Monitor all projects related to selection, acquisition, development, and installation of major information systems and minimise the investment required to meet the established services level agreements, to ensure that solutions are aligned to the specification to execute CSOS business.
• Lead and manage the governance of ICT and develop of ICT policies, standards aimed at maximising the effectiveness and minimising costs related to ICT activities and compliance with external accrediting agency standards, regulatory agencies, and legal requirements.
• Lead and manage the selection, acquisition, development and installation of ICT infrastructure and monitor ICT operations in line with organisational requirements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to provide technology advice and keep abreast on development in the ICT industry.
Enquiries: Mr. Lesiba Seshoka, Executive Corporate Affairs, tel. (010) 593-0533.
Background checks on the preferred candidates will be conducted prior to an appointment.
Applications, including a covering letter and accompanied by a CV and copies of qualifications, must be addressed to the Executive Corporate Affairs, Mr. Lesiba Seshoka and e-mailed to: recruitment3@csos.org.za
CLOSING DATE: 02 February 2023.
Applicants who do not receive any response within 4 weeks of the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Privacy Statement:
We comply with the provisions of Protection of Personal Information Act; Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for.
In the event your application was unsuccessful for a specific position, the CSOS will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by the CSOS policies.
All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information may render your application null and void. The CSOS will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you share with us. All personal information will be treated as confidential and will not be disclosed to third parties, except in situations where:
(i) We are legally compelled to do so; or
(ii) Disclosure is necessary for recruitment purposes; or
(iii) You have not objected thereto.
By uploading any additional and supporting documentation, you consent to the CSOS using the information contained therein to fulfil the requirements of the recruitment process.