Deputy Director: ICT at North West Department of Arts, Culture, Sport and Recreation

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 Certificate. Appropriate 3 year National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Information Technology, Computers Science or relevant (equivalent) qualification. A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in the ICT environment of which 3 three years should be at junior management level (Assistant Director and equivalent), MCSE/ ITIL/ COBIT/ Project management Certification/ other relevant certifications will be an added advantage, and a valid drivers’ licence.
• Skills and attributes: Knowledge of hardware and software platforms, their limitations and capabilities. Knowledge and ability to apply relevant regulations, policies and directives. Planning and organising. Project management and administration. People management and conflict resolution. Leadership, delegation and empowerment of subordinates. Financial management. Customer relationship management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate concepts appropriately to officials at various levels of responsibility. Trustworthy, ethical and professional with integrity. Innovative, self-driven and results-oriented. 

DUTIES :

• Implementation of good corporate governance of ICT within the department as guided by relevant legislations. Development and implementation of business-enabling ICT Strategy. Management of ICT technical support services (hardware, software and networks). Ensure Improvement of departmental processes through deployment of ICT solutions. Initiate, develop and review relevant IT policies/ procedures/ frameworks ensuring adherence to best practices. Planning and execution of ICT projects. Define, negotiate and manage service agreements with external ICT service providers. Proper implementation of ICT risks management processes. Management of the ICT unit financial and human resources.