ICT Strategy Development

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POSITION INFO:

Department Manager: ICT
Location: South Africa
Type: Permanent | Senior Management

Build the backbone. Lead the future of tech.
This is a pivotal ICT leadership role for a dynamic professional with a sharp commercial mindset and strong governance expertise. If you’re ready to take charge of digital infrastructure and innovation within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, this role is your platform to lead.

About the Role

You’ll spearhead the strategic direction and operational performance of ICT services across the organisation. This includes governance, security, digital transformation, systems management, and team leadership — ensuring alignment with corporate growth, compliance, and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement a forward-looking ICT strategy

• Oversee ICT governance, compliance, and audit functions

• Manage infrastructure, systems, and operational ICT delivery

• Lead high-impact ICT projects and budgets (CAPEX & OPEX)

• Drive business continuity, disaster recovery, and cyber resilience

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships and SLAs

• Mentor and manage ICT specialists and technical teams

What You Bring

• A 4-year qualification in Information Communication Technology

• MBA or equivalent leadership qualification (advantageous)

• 7–10 years’ experience in ICT, including 3+ in a commercial setting

• Strong knowledge of ICT risk, governance, and legislation (PFMA, BBBEE, etc.)

• Experience in ERP, business intelligence, and IT infrastructure

• Proven stakeholder management across regulatory, business, and vendor landscapes

• Project management certification preferred

• People-first leadership with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What Success Looks Like

• A secure, modern ICT environment supporting business growth

• Strong internal controls and audit-ready governance frameworks

• Digitally enabled operations with measurable performance gains

• A high-performing, future-fit ICT team under your leadership