Job title : Enterprise Solution Architect
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : December 30, 2024
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Introduction Develop, implement and govern Enterprise Solutions Architecture in accordance with the EA strategy and roadmap.
Job description Contribute to the development of IT Enterprise Architecture frameworks and methodologies Provide input to the IT Enterprise Architecture roadmap based on business strategy and retail industry trends Contribute to, develop and maintain components of the IT Enterprise Architecture functions of Architecture Governance, IT Portfolio Planning, Business Enablement and Functional Management Collaborate with IT counterparts from Project Management, Technical Management and IT Leadership stakeholder groups to deliver solutions architecture for strategic projects and operating plan initiatives Lead and mentor project solution architects, technical specialists and business process analysts, as required by projects and operating plan initiatives Appraise up-front design solutions and articulate impedances to current and pre-emptive future performance Proactively identify business risks and mitigations based on the IT Enterprise Architecture roadmap to influence the EA strategy and roadmap planning Proactively identify business opportunities and benefits based on the IT Enterprise Architecture roadmap to influence the EA strategy and roadmap planning Proactively identify, mobilise and deliver IT opportunities for continuous improvements, as input to the IT Operating Plan Actively participate in, and promote a working group culture within the IT Enterprise Architecture function Proactively identify and provide direction that aims to make the right technology choices based on strategic fit beyond an RFP
Minimum requirements Relevant 3 year tertiary or NQF aligned qualification Relevant architecture certification Up to 8 years' experience in an IT architecture capacity At least 3 years' experience as in a solutions architecture capacity Relevant IT experience Relevant retail industry experience Deep understanding of enterprise architecture domains of process, application and data Knowledge of enterprise architecture domains of technology and security Deep understanding of IT Retail knowledge Ability to integrate IT Enterprise Solutions Architecture within a complex business environment Create structure from complexity Project management capability Understanding of project management methodologies Business acumen Commercial acumen Strong facilitation and communication skills at all organisational levels (written, verbal, presentation) Systemic Thinking Strong leadership ability of direct and virtual teams Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and partners
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