Researcher X3 at SITA SOC (Ltd)

To deliver ICT Research & Innovation services within the Research & Innovation department to and pro-active distribution of research material to both government clients and SITA business units so that all relevant information is updated and is available for informed decision making.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing and implementing Research & Innovation strategies and roadmaps (from an ICT Research & Innovation perspective) to ensure a comprehensive and integrated Research and Innovation function;
• Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of governance mechanisms for ICT Research & Innovation and monitor the adherence thereto so as to deliver quality products in a controlled environment;
• Participate in the development and implementation of Architectural mechanisms, by providing research to support the development of GWEA to improve interoperability of government systems by the ICT Research & Innovation;
• Provide pro-active ICT research services and distribution of research material to government departments and to SITA internal business units so as to meet: ICT Research & Innovation service delivery commitments;
• Provide basic research on public services and impact on citizens so as to meet ICT Research & Innovation service delivery commitments;
• Ensure that resources are kept abreast of the latest industry developments and ensure that appropriate technologies are used for knowledge management so as to ensure that innovation and improved productivity;
• Develop and execute stakeholder relationship management plans to enable effective management and improvement of stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in ICT or related field (Computer Science, Information Systems, Technology and Engineering) or equivalent.
• Experience: 3 - 5 years experience in research in the ICT field, including research on ICT and digital technologies and market analysis. Experience in ICT research within the corporate/public sector, including Research and published papers or report on IT or digital technologies; Research analysis of efficient and effective IT solutions to diverse and complex business problems.

Knowledge of: Digital technologies trends IT and Cyber Security; ICT Standards; IT Strategies and Architectures; Project Management; ICT business environment and landscape; Government Wide Enterprise Architecture; Government’s Technology Requirements; Government Business Reference Model and Strategy Formulation; Business, statistical and market analysis; and Report writing.