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STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA) - CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (CIO)
STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA)
VACANCY
REFERENCE NR : VAC02143/21
JOB TITLE : Chief Information Officer (CIO)
JOB LEVEL : E2
SALARY : Negotiable
REPORT TO : Regional Manager: Coastal Region
DIVISION : National Consulting
DEPT : Eastern Cape: Provincial Office
LOCATION : East London
POSITION STATUS : 12 months - Fixed term contract (Internal & External)
Purpose of the job
To lead and manage SITA client’s ICT infrastructure & applications management, information & knowledge management, information security management, business integration, business intelligence and analytics, IT governance, compliance and enterprise architecture management.
Key Responsibility Areas
Drive the development ICT Strategy and Operating Plan by analysing and interpreting the customer’s Corporate Service strategy and ICT roadmap to determine the strategic direction of the entire ICT function and ensure efficient information management and communication;
Monitors 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 SITA business
Lead and Manage the Development of ICT policies, standards aimed at maximising the effectiveness and minimising costs related to the acquisition, implementation and operation of IT network related systems to ensure that all information systems and networks operate according to internal standards, external accrediting agency standards, regulatory agencies and legal requirements;
Guide and Lead the development and maintenance of a comprehensive Business integration, intelligence and reporting system ensures that the gathering, processing, distribution and use of pertinent information required by management to make decisions occur in a timely, accurate and cost effective manner;
Lead and manage the development and maintenance of a method to simplify, distribute, and create an understanding of knowledge management and ECM in the organisation and system database, ensuring effective and efficient SITA support regarding knowledge management and ECM systems;
Guide and Lead ICT Compliance to ensure SITA comply with ICT legislative requirement and standards for efficient ICT compliance service delivery;
Financial and business management;
Human Capital Management
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant equivalent to NQF Level
Preferred Qualification: A post graduate qualification in Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant equivalent NQF Level 8
Experience: 8+ years in the provision of ICT services / solutions, with 5 years as a Senior Manager with strategic.
Leadership, general management, business support/operations within the corporate which should include the following:
ICT Service Delivery Management experience
IT/Service Delivery exposure on ITSM (Service Management) practices and principles
CobIT foundations, formal project management and experience in the infrastructure using ITIL framework
IT contracts and vendor management experience.
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: In depth understanding of LAN & WAN Security solutions; Understanding of messaging services; Understanding of data management backup principles; In depth knowledge of IT Models and Frameworks; Excellent Vendor Management; Excellent stakeholder; management Excellent Project Management skills; Extensive knowledge of WAN and LAN infrastructure, including design, implementation, management, troubleshooting, and Documentation; Extensive knowledge of aspects of internet connectivity, network switching and routing and wireless infrastructure; Knowledge and understanding of ICT technologies, legislation, policies and procedures; Knowledge of PFMA and procurement procedures in Government. Understanding continual improvement through service/process monitoring and evaluation; Expertise in contract negotiation procedures; Architecture, analysis, ICT security and project management; Excellent Financial Management; Business risk and issue identification; ICT Governance strategy, policies and procedures.
Other Special Requirements: N/A.
Lead and manage the development and maintenance of a method to simplify, distribute, and create an understanding of knowledge management and ECM in the organisation and system database, ensuring effective and efficient SITA support regarding knowledge management and ECM systems;
Guide and Lead ICT Compliance to ensure SITA comply with ICT legislative requirement and standards for efficient ICT compliance service delivery;
Financial and business management;
Human Capital Management
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant equivalent to NQF Level
Preferred Qualification: A post graduate qualification in Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant equivalent NQF Level 8
Experience: 8+ years in the provision of ICT services / solutions, with 5 years as a Senior Manager with strategic.
Leadership, general management, business support/operations within the corporate which should include the following:
ICT Service Delivery Management experience
IT/Service Delivery exposure on ITSM (Service Management) practices and principles
CobIT foundations, formal project management and experience in the infrastructure using ITIL framework
IT contracts and vendor management experience.
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: In depth understanding of LAN & WAN Security solutions; Understanding of messaging services; Understanding of data management backup principles; In depth knowledge of IT Models and Frameworks; Excellent Vendor Management; Excellent stakeholder; management Excellent Project Management skills; Extensive knowledge of WAN and LAN infrastructure, including design, implementation, management, troubleshooting, and Documentation; Extensive knowledge of aspects of internet connectivity, network switching and routing and wireless infrastructure; Knowledge and understanding of ICT technologies, legislation, policies and procedures; Knowledge of PFMA and procurement procedures in Government. Understanding continual improvement through service/process monitoring and evaluation; Expertise in contract negotiation procedures; Architecture, analysis, ICT security and project management; Excellent Financial Management; Business risk and issue identification; ICT Governance strategy, policies and procedures.
Other Special Requirements: N/A.
How to apply
Kindly send your CV to ecrecruitment@sita.co.za
Closing Date: 10 December 2020
Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan.
Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.
If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves a right not to make an appointment.
Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance score card contract, verification of the applicants documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.