Assistant Manager ICT Governance needed at Polokwane Local Municipality

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree/B Tech in Computer ScienceInformation TechnologyIT Governance or relevant equivalent qualification.
• 5 years’ relevant experience of which 3 years should be at supervisory level.
• Communication skills, Computer Literacy, especially Microsoft Excel and Word. Valid driver’s license. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills. Sound knowledge of ICT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001).
• Proven financial, project, and contract management capabilities. Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Duties:

• Develop, implement, and maintain ICT governance frameworks, policies, and strategies; manage ICT risks and audit findings; and promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee ICT projects and contracts to ensure timely, within-budget delivery; establish project management standards; track progress and performance; manage SLAs; and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.
• Manage and monitor the ICT budget by providing input into financial planning, controlling expenditure, ensuring compliance with municipal financial regulations.
• Implement ICT initiatives aligned with the Municipality’s IDP, conduct research to guide planning, represent ICT in strategic forums, and strengthen stakeholder collaboration to support effective governance and service delivery