My client in Pretoria is looking for MANAGER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY for a period of 12 months. Summary of the position? To lead the COMPANY IT team responsible for maintaining the COMPANY network and computer-related services. The job requires facilitating infrastructure and architecture planning, as well as administration and support of Microsoft servers and services. The Manager Information Technology will develop and review policies, procedures and best practices to ensure the integrity and security of all information systems. They will develop new services and improve existing ones to facilitate the smooth functioning of all COMPANY IT related functions and provide day-to-day support to internal stakeholders. Requirements: A Bachelors degree in Information Technology (NQF Level 7 or above) or a related field. Developing and overseeing the implementation of the IT strategy 5-8 years of experience in information technology infrastructure planning and support. Proven record in managing IT budget. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A minimum of 5 years experience in leading a team of ICT professionals. Experience developing and implementing IT strategies that have significantly contributed to achieving the organisation''s goals Deep understanding of security architecture, frameworks, and tools, ensuring the robustness and integrity of the organisation''s IT systems, data, and networks. Experience in managing vendor relationships and ensuring that IT services and solutions meet the organisation''s needs and standards. Experience developing policies and procedures and overseeing IT governance and compliance to ensure that the organisation''s practices, policies, and systems comply with relevant regulations (POPI Act, etc) and other industry best practices. Experience in driving innovation in a dynamic ICT environment, coupled with an excellent ICT strategic project implementation track record. Responsibilities: Maintain thorough knowledge of the organisation and adhere to all organisational standards. Plan, organize, direct, control, evaluate and implement systems information systems operations and develop the organisation''s IT architecture, infrastructure, business applications and operations strategy and implementation. Develop and implement policies and procedures for electronic data processing and computer systems operations and development and ensure compliance with legislation and standards within the IT environment. Enhance the organisation''s communication systems efficiency. Responsible for contract management and procurement of all IT systems Engage with business stakeholders to discuss system requirements, specifications, costs and timelines. Create, manage and monitor the strategic IT projects, aligned to PMBOK, Prince 2 or Agile methodologies Self-directed within broad goals and strategic direction in supporting organisational objectives. With management, set departmental direction to ensure the business''s expectations are met
