Principal Enterprise Architect

Afrizan Personnel; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organisation seeks a Principal Enterprise Architect to drive digital transformation and align strategies. The role involves advising leaders, defining architecture standards, and leading teams in an ambitious modernisation programme. This position is suitable for seasoned professionals with extensive experience in enterprise architecture, technology knowledge, and exceptional leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in IT with 3-4 years at a specialist level.
• 15+ years' experience in IT for bachelor’s degree holders.
• TOGAF 9+ certification required.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a strategic advisor to senior business and technology leaders.
• Defining and maintaining enterprise architecture standards, roadmaps, and frameworks.
• Leading cross-functional teams in the design of integrated solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in IT, Informatics, Computer Science, Engineering or Finance

Relevant bachelor’s degree (NQF 7)

Tools

Enterprise architecture frameworks and tools

IBM technology knowledge

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future of enterprise architecture at the highest level?

A leading public sector organisation is on the lookout for a Principal Enterprise Architect to play a pivotal role in driving digital transformation and aligning business and technology strategies. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a bold modernisation programme designed to build a smarter, more responsive organisation admired for its integrity and innovation.

Key Responsibilities Include :

• Acting as a strategic advisor to senior business and technology leaders
• Defining and maintaining enterprise architecture standards, roadmaps, and frameworks
• Identifying emerging technologies and assessing their potential impact on business strategy
• Leading cross-functional teams in the design of integrated solutions aligned with business goals
• Promoting best practices in enterprise architecture, governance, and stakeholder engagement

What We’re Looking For :

• A postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in IT, Informatics, Computer Science, Engineering or Finance, with 10+ years' experience in IT, including 3-4 years at a specialist level; or
• A relevant bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) with 15+ years' experience in IT, including senior specialist exposure
• At least 10 years in enterprise architecture roles
• TOGAF 9+ certification (required). Microsoft or CISCO certification is essential
• Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks and tools. IBM technology knowledge is a plus
• Strong leadership, analytical thinking, stakeholder management, and communication skills

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