Head Of It – Cape Region

Callforceoutsourcing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading BPO company in Cape Town seeks a Regional Head of IT to manage and support IT operations. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of IT experience with at least 3 years in management, strong knowledge of dialler systems, and a relevant degree. Responsibilities include overseeing IT setups, managing incidents, and ensuring system security. This role includes full-time hours and requires some after-hours support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years' experience in IT, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Experience in BPO, call centre, or telecom environments is essential.
• Strong knowledge of dialler system functionality and management.
• Proficient in network infrastructure, firewalls, VPNs, Windows / servers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all IT operations within the assigned region.
• Ensure optimal performance and uptime of systems critical to operations.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT assets.
• Act as the regional escalation point for high-impact incidents.
• Coordinate with vendors to support regional IT needs.

Skills

Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)

Information Technology (IT)

IT Audit / IT Risk

Team Leadership / Team Management

Telecommunications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

CCNA

ITIL certification

Job description

Creating purposeful careers as we build the future of contact centre solutionsDepartment : Information TechnologyReports to : Group Financial ManagerLocation : Cape townWork Schedule : Full-time | Some after-hours support requiredJob Purpose : The Regional Head of IT for Cape Town is responsible for managing and supporting all IT operations within our Cape town offices, while supporting the broader national IT team ensuring the availability, stability, and security of systems in the Cape town operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all IT operations within the assigned region, including infrastructure, connectivity, and end‑user support.
• Ensure optimal performance and uptime of systems critical to operations (e.g., diallers).
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT assets including servers, networks, telephony systems, desktops, and security tools.
• Act as the regional escalation point for high‑impact incidents and ensure resolution within SLA.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to support regional IT needs (e.g., ISPs, telecom providers, hardware suppliers).
• Support new site setups, campaign rollouts, expansions, and relocations within the region.
• Ensure data protection, cybersecurity, and compliance with POPIA, GDPR, and internal IT governance policies.
• Conduct regular IT audits, risk assessments, and disaster recovery drills for regional sites.
• Monitor IT asset inventory and coordinate procurement, deployment, and lifecycle management of equipment in the region.
• Lead, coach, and develop the IT support team, ensuring high levels of service delivery and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years' experience in IT, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Experience in BPO, call centre, or telecom environments is essential.
• Strong knowledge of dialler system functionality and management.
• Proficient in network infrastructure, firewalls, VPNs, Windows / servers.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strategic thinking with attention to detail.
• Good communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, 24 / 7 environment.
• Strong documentation and process development skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA Network+ / Security+ / CCNA or similar networking certifications.
• ITIL certification.

Skills

• Business Process Outsourcing (BPO).
• Information Technology (IT).
• IT Audit / IT Risk.
• Team Leadership / Team Management.
• Telecommunications.