Description:
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunities in our dynamic organisation:
DIRECTORATE: CORPORATE SERVICES
SENIOR MANAGER: ICT
Task Level 17: R672 216 to R872 640 (Basic Salary)
R938 977 to R1 197 844 (Total Cost to Council Package)
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
NQF Level 7 qualification in Computer Science/Information Systems or related field
• 5 Years ICT Experience of which at least 2 Years should be at middle management level, preferably, in a local government environment
• Compliance with Minimum Municipal Competencies will be an added advantage
• Code B driver's license
• Excellent organizational, leadership, management and interpersonal skills
• Excellent knowledge of different computer applications and systems (Networking, Wireless, Databases, Servers, Applications)
• Strategic problem solving and decision-making capabilities
• Good communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
• Be able to work under intense pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in at least two of the three Provincial languages
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
Provide guidance on ICT matters to ensure effective, innovative, stable and secure systems ? Develop and/or Review existing ICT policy framework, plans and procedure documents to meet the current and future needs of the Municipality in a cost effective and functional manner ? Align the ICT Strategic Plan and Master Systems Plan (MSP) to the Municipal's Integrated Development Plan (IDP) ? Review and enhance the ICT Governance Framework to ensure compliance with good governance practices ? Ensure an Information Technology clean audit and AG compliance for the municipality ? Plan, design, document ICT infrastructure ? Ensure optimal functioning of ICT systems and resources through comprehensive usage control ? Facilitate the Financial Management, Legislative and General reporting of the section ? Manage and revise the licensing options of hardware/software according to legal standards to ensure licensed systems and software ? Align Information Communication Technology systems and equipment with Council requirements and strategy ? Ensure a high level of security on the network and related infrastructure ? Manage and monitor the data and other servers ? Ensure users are complying with ICT policies ? Review server capacity and system growth rate to establish and plan future requirements ? Review and approve systems requirements specifications (SRS), the technical interpretation of the stakeholder's requirements ? Oversee the development of new systems, system enhancements and/or reports ? Provide guidance and solutions to development issues as and when they arise ? Manage the municipal website ? Ensure an operational intranet ?Ensure the website and its content complies with MFMA legislation ? Design Plan and Manage the Wireless WAN (Wide Area Network) and LAN (Local Area Network) networks ? Prioritizing future Information Technology needs with regard to municipal objectives
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African or Coloured female or an Indian Male if a suitable candidate in that category can be identified.
DIRECTION TO CANDIDATES:
All applicants MUST complete a Knysna Municipality application form. A comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications (not older than 3 months), copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate.
Application forms are obtainable from the Human Resources Office in Queen Street, Knysna and the Municipal website:
Completed applications should be forwarded to the Human Resources Department, P O Box 21, Knysna, 6570 or Fax Number (044) 3026333 or email:
Please note: Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful.
CLOSING DATE: 28 MAY 2021
Mr DJ ADONIS ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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