STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA) - HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: STRATEGIC STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

 
Preferred Qualification: A postgraduate Degree in Public Administration or Business Management / Computer Science/Information Technology/ Commerce or equivalent (NQF Level 8) qualification
 
Experience: 8+ years’ experience in stakeholder management, public relations/public affairs experience in a government or corporate environment with 5 years’ experience at a senior management level in a Corporate/Public Sector Environment.
 
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Stakeholder Management, Relationship Management, Political acumen, Policy analysis, Stakeholder Relations; Government policies and priorities, Diplomatic Relations and Protocol, Governance and Risk Management, Communication and influence; ICT Environment and legislation. International relations (e.g. trade missions) ICT Industry and Shareholder Interface Cabinet and Parliament, Board, Public Sector including forums
 
Skills: Ability to define and implement strategic direction, produce accurate financial reports, use discretion when dealing with sensitive issues, Excels in strategic planning and problem-solving skills; Ability to articulate the features and merits of cloud computing to diverse audiences; Ability to translate complex technical concepts effectively to help customers understand their technological needs., Ability to build consensus, build followership with business line owners, Ability to develop effective partnerships with senior management and peer organizations, Ability to drive change set priorities, drive performance, and execute plans on schedule within a defined multifaceted structure., Ability to appropriately exert influence to drive priorities and achieve results., Ability to define plans and execute roadmaps., Ability to manage across functional teams, influence others to accomplish set goals, and organize resources, Ability to develop partnership-oriented relationships with business executives and functional.
 
Other Special Requirements
Business Development DNA and commercial minded, Strong sense of need for achievement of goals and success hard working; Customer-focused and committed to the delivery of excellent customer service, Collaborative Team player, Communicative, Solution oriented, Efficient and highly organised, Entrepreneurial and business acumen, Persuasiveness Interpersonal skills, Act with Integrity; Proactive, Decisive, Able to work unsupervised and under extreme pressure, Assertive, Innovative &Willingness to learn.
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How to apply
Kindly forward your CV to: Tshidi.recruitment@sita.co.za stating the position applying for and the relevant reference number
 
Closing Date: 31 July 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 applicant’s documents (Qualifications), and reference checking;
 Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only; and
 CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.