Purpose Statement<\/p>\n
\tTo plan, implement and manage the overall ICT Architectural landscape, business intelligence architecture and knowledge management strategy of SABS, encompassing all aspects of IT architecture to ensure optimal utilization of IT resources and technologies<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tDiploma + Advanced Diploma \/ B-Degree in IT, IS, Computer Science or related field (NQF Level 7)
\n\tInformation Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation Certification is essential
\n\tThe Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) 9 Foundation Certification is essential \u00a0
\n\tUnified Modelling Language 2 (UML) Foundation Certification is preferred<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
\t10 Years work experience in ICT Architecture and\/or Business Intelligence
\n\t3 years management experience
\n\tProven track record in managing an ICT Architecture environment
\n\tProven track record in providing BI solutions at an organisational level
\n\tBI methodology experience is essential
\n\tTechnical knowledge of BI systems\/tools, relational data bases, data warehouse \/ marts, extract transform and load (ETL) process and data modelling is essential<\/p>\n
Duties and Responsibilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nOperational Management<\/p>\n
\tContribute towards the development of an operational strategy for the Division and ensure alignment of this strategy with the plan for the ICT Architecture business unit overall.
\n\tEnsure productivity and efficiency is measured effectively against set objectives and implement improvements where required.
\n\tManage and ensure the drive of continuous improvement activities.
\n\tManage the business unit and ensure that it contributes to the achievement of business objectives
\n\tManage operations effectively to deliver services within timelines and prescribed quality through effective resource management
\n\tManage the provision of ICT Architecture services to support the delivery of SABS Strategic objectives
\n\tUse insights gained through business information to compile reports, and metrics to measure success and inform the business decisions within area of responsibility.<\/p>\n
Functional Management<\/p>\n
\tDesign and maintain an enterprise architecture framework
\n\tManage the translation of the business architecture into “fit-for-purpose\u201d business models.
\n\tManage the enterprise architecture vendor contracts to ensure a robust ICT architecture is implemented and maintained.
\n\tDevelop and align the SABS architectural blue-print with the business strategy, program plan and industry changes and innovations and synchronise with the various divisional strategies
\n\tCompile all Architecture deliverables as it relates to projects.
\n\tProvide technical and analytical architectural research as it relates to best practice both locally, nationally and internationally.
\n\tProvide regular reporting and feedback to the respective projects.
\n\tComplete and submit monthly and quarterly reports as required to inform key business decisions.
\n\tEnsure architecture integration and alignment through the architecture Enterprise Design Authority Forum and governance.
\n\tSetup and manage the Enterprise Design Authority Forum to ensure strategic alignment of initiatives and enforce compliance with the analysis and design principles, which support the SABS architecture.
\n\tDevelop and promote the use of architectural principles, standards, and frameworks across ICT to guide the selection and evolution of IT systems.
\n\tEnsure that appropriate business and technical services are reflected in the overall SABS architecture.
\n\tDevelop the integrated and aligned solutions that will bridge the gap between current- and future-state capabilities.
\n\tWork with specialists and other key role players across business units to formulate integrated, customer-centric solutions that are aligned to the SABS architectural landscape and which support the strategic roadmap for SABS.<\/p>\n
Risk and Compliance<\/p>\n
\tEnsure the mitigation of the business unit\u2019s risk profile through the identification and application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
\n\tResponsible for the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with relevant standards, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
\n\tMonitor changes in the legislative and regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
\n\tDrive the implementation of compliance with policies aimed at strengthening the SABS brand and stakeholder interface.
\n\tSupport and provide evidence to all internal and external audit, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.<\/p>\n
Financial Management<\/p>\n
\tProvide input in the planning and compilation of the annual budget aligned to the tactical delivery plans to support the implementation of set objectives.
\n\tEnsure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the budget, and mitigate and report on any variances.
\n\tEnsure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the budget.<\/p>\n
People Management<\/p>\n
\tProactively manage all direct reports in order to ensure that the strategic objectives for the division are met.
\n\tMaintain excellent human capital performance through employee empowerment, skills development and retention and succession planning within the team.
\n\tMaintain an environment where employees respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all processes, procedures and practices.
\n\tManage and lead ICT Architecture by providing clarity of vision; prioritising resources; facilitating alignment of the team; managing non-performance, driving a customer-centric performance culture, setting appropriate KPA\u2019s and ensure the cascading thereof throughout ICT Architecture and driving their achievement; inspiring commitment; encouraging mutual support; and enabling development opportunities
\n\tImplement a learning culture within scope of control.
\n\tDrive performance management in line with the SABS policy within the team, and address performance challenges and develop subordinates to meet the expected performance standards.
\n\tBe the change champion for all ICT Architecture-wide change, culture and diversity projects and programmes
\n\tRecruit and retain key talent and other critically skilled personnel to manage internal processes and oversee the tactical, daily analytical work of the team<\/p>\n
Stakeholder Management<\/p>\n
\tIdentify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
\n\tBuild and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships (for example Operations, Accreditation etc.) for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to deliver operational excellence.
\n\tRepresent and participate in the organisation\u2019s committees and task teams when required.
\n\tConvene, chair and attend meetings and present performance and business-related information to relevant stakeholders when required.
\n\tManage and resolve operational enquiries and complaints through timeous resolution and\/or escalation as required
\n\tProvide technical support and advocacy on ICT Architecture related matters to the organisation.
\n\tEnsure the documentation of all stakeholder engagements to ensure continuity for future engagements.<\/p>\n
Deadline:13th August,2025<\/p>\n
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