Senior Manager: Information & Communications Technology (ICT) (5-Year Fixed-Term Contract) at South African Library for the Blind Home

Requirements:

• NQF Level 7 qualification in ICT/Computer Science or relevant qualification coupled with 8+ years relevant ICT experience, demonstrating career progression from technical roles such as ICT Technician, Systems or Network Administrator to ICT management, including at least 3 years at management level
• A senior qualification, CISM, COBIT, CISCO, and Project Management or other relevant certifications will be an added advantage.
• A valid and unendorsed Code B driver’s license.

Competencies:

• Strong Management and leadership skills, with solid technical knowledge, web technology, ICT principles, and practices, as well as ICT Risk Management.
• An excellent understanding of ICT Governance and practices within the Public Sector would be a distinct advantage.
• A thorough working knowledge of network infrastructure and server environments, cloud-based hosting environments, and the security management thereof; website development and protocols.
• Social media environment management, SQL databases, etc. Excellent English written and verbal communication, presentation, and report writing skills. Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines; conduct and direct research into ICT-related issues and products; and take initiative in the development and completion of projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the current and up-and-coming trends in the IT field. Working knowledge, skills, and experience to develop goals and strategies to ensure the IT department runs smoothly and effectively.
• Good knowledge of computer software and hardware is required.
• Knowledge of management of Service Level Agreements.
• Proven skills in project and financial management and managing staff resources.