Head of Information and Communication Technology

It Ridge Technologies; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 850 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ICT firm in Gauteng is seeking an experienced ICT Manager to develop and implement strategies aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of ICT experience, including at least 5 years in a management role. Responsibilities include leading a team, overseeing governance and compliance, and managing ICT projects within budget. Strong leadership and strategic planning skills are essential for optimizing ICT investments. This role offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of ICT experience, with 5+ years in management.
• Strong ICT management and strategic planning abilities.
• Experience in developing and implementing ICT policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ICT strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Ensure optimal performance of technological infrastructure.
• Lead and manage the ICT team to achieve high performance.
• Oversee ICT governance, security, and compliance with industry standards.
• Manage service providers, vendors, and ICT projects within budget.
• Optimize value from ICT investments and mitigate risks.

Skills

ICT management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Job description

Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement ICT strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Ensure optimal performance of technological infrastructure.
• Lead and manage the ICT team to achieve high performance.
• Oversee ICT governance, security, and compliance with industry standards.
• Manage service providers, vendors, and ICT projects within budget.
• Optimize value from ICT investments and mitigate risks.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of ICT experience, with 5+ years in management.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and 365 environments is a plus.
• Strong ICT management and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing ICT policies and procedures.