IT Specialist

JOB PURPOSE

To provide guidance and technical leadership, develop and execute the knowledge management and information technology strategy in line with business strategic goals by improving existing business tools, and systems and introducing other technologies.

• KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  IT MANAGEMENT

  Optimizes existing processes or introduces new systems and processes leading to more

  effective measurement of delivery and control.

  Effectively manages relationships with supporting and dependent stakeholders.

  Introduces or improves processes associated with the effective delivery of Information

  Technology (IT) project goals within the sphere of Business Systems.

  Creates business value through technology and development of internal systems.

  Guides projects associated with Business Systems where internal stakeholders are

  responsible for the delivery of enhanced software.

  Manage projects associated with Business Systems where external vendors are

  involved.

  Represents division on technical systems to clients of externally developed systems.

  Makes decisions on technical systems and champions Business Systems.

  Serves as a functional advisor for Business Systems.

  Structures quality gateways in the delivery of the Software Development Life Cycle

  (SDLC).

  Manages all phases of the Software Development Life cycle

• IT GOVERNANCE

  Ensure sound Governance for Business Continuity

  o Develop CBE IT Governance Framework in line with IT applicable laws and

  regulations and prescripts including the ICT Public Service Cooperate

  Governance is the ICT Policy Framework (CGICTPF)

  o COBIT

  Develop and Implement an ICT Strategic plan.

  Review and implement an IT Security Policy and an IT Risk Management framework in line

  with Enterprise Risk Management.

  Continuous review and implementation of IT policies and procedures

• STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIP

  Develop a clear strategy and an implementable service delivery program in consultation

  with business units

  Identify opportunities to outsource, where feasible in line with CBE policies and process

  Design internal work processes to improve customer service

  Provide guidance and mentorship to ensure teams' technical skills and knowledge are kept abreast of industry trends

• BUDGET MANAGEMENT

  Analyses the business plan to determine the financial requirements.

  Obtains the budgetary prescriptions from the Finance Division.

  Determines financial allocations in accordance with deliverables.

  Submits budget for approval in accordance with policies and procedures.

  Monitors expenditure against budget and ensures spending occurs within budgetary

  limits.

  Peruses monthly expenditure statements from Finance and addresses anomalies.

  Explores opportunities to reduce costs.

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT

  Takes projects from original concept through final implementation.

  Defines project scope and objectives.

  Develops and implements technical project management tools such as plans, schedules,

  project estimates and resource plans.

  Develops responsibility and compliance matrices.

  Interfaces with all areas affected by the project.

  Conducts project meetings and undertakes project tracking and analysis.

  Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables.

  Provides technical and analytical guidance to the project team.

  Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of the problem

• HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

  Sets performance objectives for employees.

  Ensures that all employees have signed performance agreements.

  Conducts employee appraisals.

  Draws up action plans to address poor performance.

  Identifies training needs of employees.

  Ensures ongoing training and development of employees.

• REQUIREMENTS:

  Advanced Diploma / Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) in Information Technology (IT)

  Minimum of 5 years experience in Information, Communications Technology.

  Management experience from middle management.

  Experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

• COMPETENCIES

  Business applications and project management strategies and plans

  Understanding of IT Governance framework, strategies, policies, and practices an

  Business Continuity Management, COBIT, ITIL and Database Management

  System testing strategies and protocols

  Reporting

  A valid driver's license