Senior Manager: Business Applications at Border Management Authority

Description

The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following: Manage and oversee application

• development functions. Ensure alignment of development activities with approved ICT strategy, standards, and enterprise architecture. Review and endorse application designs, plans, and deliverables. Monitor performance of development activities, including quality, timelines, and resource utilization. Ensure appropriate governance and controls over the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Manage and oversee business analysis functions and outputs .
• Ensure that business requirements are aligned to organisational priorities and approved solutions .Review and endorse business requirement specifications and functional documentation Ensure proper coordination between business units and ICT teams Monitor quality and completeness of requirements management. Manage and oversee system integration initiatives across the applications landscape Ensure adherence to approved integration frameworks, standards, and architecture Review and approve integration plans and approaches. Monitor system interoperability, data flow, and integration performance. Ensure coordination between internal teams and external service providers on integration matter.
• Oversee and govern application-related projects executed by teams and project managers. Ensure compliance with approved project management methodologies and governance processes. Monitor project performance, risks, and dependencies. Review and endorse project plans, reports, and key deliverables. Ensure implementation of post-project reviews and continuous improvement actions. Manage relationships with key business units, ICT stakeholders and external partners Oversee and manage service providers in line with contractual obligations and SLAs. Monitor vendor performance, deliverables, and compliance with agreed terms Ensure effective communication and coordination between ICT and business units. Oversee the handling of stakeholder queries, issues, and escalations Facilitate alignment between business expectations and ICT service delivery.
• Promote awareness and understanding of application services. Manage and resolve stakeholder and vendor related issues and escalations. Manage the allocated budget for business applications Oversee expenditure and ensure alignment with approved financial plans. Ensure compliance with procurement and financial management processes. Monitor cost drivers and identify opportunities for optimization. Manage the allocated budget for business applications. Oversee expenditure and ensure alignment with approved financial plans. Ensure compliance with procurement and financial management processes. Monitor cost drivers and identify opportunities for optimization. Manage risks associated with business applications and ensure mitigation measures are in place. 
• Ensure compliance with ICT governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements. Oversee implementation of audit recommendations and internal controls Maintain oversight of risk registers and compliance reporting. Manage and provide leadership to direct reports and their respective teams Oversee performance management and development of staff. Ensure implementation of training, skills development, and capacity building initiatives Promote a high-performance and accountable work culture. Oversee workforce planning and succession management.

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA in computer science, information technology.
• A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in ICT or Business Management will be an added advantage.
• 5 years’ experience at middle management level managing teams in Applications Development, Business Analysis
• Proven experience in managing application development, system integration, and enterprise systems
• Experience in managing service providers and large ICT contracts
• Experience in project oversight and governance
• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Valid driver’s License