Regional It Director

Paracon; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1 300 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm based in Pretoria is seeking a Regional IT Director to manage IT strategies and operations across various regions. The role requires strong leadership in developing innovative IT solutions and budget management. Proven experience in senior IT leadership is essential. The position involves travel to countries like Kenya and Nigeria for overseeing the delivery of IT services and projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role preferably within a regional or multi-site environment.
• Experience in driving technology business transformations.

Responsibilities

• Develop global strategies and innovative technology solutions.
• Align regional IT roadmaps with global policies.
• Oversee regional IT budgets within a global budgetary structure.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement into IT processes.

Skills

Strong technical skills in IT infrastructure

Budget management experience

Leadership and team development skills

Knowledge of IT security practices

Experience in managing IT projects

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT / Computer Science

Job description

We currently have an opportunity with our Global Client for a Regional IT Director to manage the relationship between the IT function and Regional Businesses.

Alignment of IT strategy to meet business objectives within a Global IT framework, as well as driving innovation whilst overseeing the delivery of IT services and projects will be key.

As the role will be based on site in the East Rand, traveling into Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia including Europe and the USA will also be required.

The role is part of the Global Leadership team and works within a matrix managed IT organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the IT Leadership team to develop global strategies and innovative technology solutions.
• Align and implement regional IT roadmaps and strategies in alignment with global policies.
• Oversee regional IT budgets within a wider global IT budgetary structure.
• Work alongside the global delivery teams, prioritise and oversee regional IT projects.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement into IT processes and solutions.
• Provide in‑country support, guidance and mentoring for the regional IT team.
• Work with the CISO team to ensure the security and integrity of regional IT systems and data.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree (IT / Computer Science).
• Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role preferably within a regional or multi‑site environment.
• Strong technical skills (IT infrastructure, systems, software applications).
• Budget management experience.
• Knowledge of IT security practices and compliance standards.
• Experience in managing IT projects and driving technology business transformations.
• Leadership and team development skills.

APPLICATION

Applications can be sent to the appropriate recruitment channel.