IT Technical Manager

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The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and self-driven professional to take responsibility for providing the operational and technical supervision of operations within the IT Division.

The incumbent is expected to provide vision and leadership, implementing of enterprise IT systems, setting of standards, policies, procedures, processes and initiatives that align with the mission of the IT Division to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and mission development and ensure alignment with both the IT division and the SANBI strategy.

This position requires a three year tertiary qualification in Information Technology enhanced by a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant work experience in the information technology of which two (2) years’ must be at a technical supervisory level.

The successful candidate must be in possession of a certified and appropriate Microsoft qualification (MCSE), must demonstrate technical planning, IT governance, strong leadership skills and analytical thinking. Experience in IT risk management, IT security and implementation of IT infrastructure projects to enhance the organizations performance is essential.

The candidate must have advanced to intermediate to advanced technical skill and working knowledge of Microsoft platforms. Administration in open source technologies and environments the best practice methodologies (ITIL) would be advantageous. Possession of a valid (unendorsed) Code B/EB driver’s license, with at least one year’s driving experience, is a further requirement.

Responsibilities include:

• Operational networking and systems management;
• Creation and Implementation of operational standards, policies, procedures, processes, technical documentation and reporting;
• Operational support and supervision of all regional offices;
• IT Project /Enterprise Implementation;
• IT Change Management;
• IT Governance.

Please note:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A skills test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information may result in your application not being considered.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position.

All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Ms Glynnis Webb on (021) 799 8635/8800 or forward the completed application form, a letter and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za or fax 086 589 9569.

Postal applications are to be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources,
South African National Biodiversity Institute,
Private Bag X7,
Claremont,
7735

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider their applications unsuccessful.