Senior Digital & Data Strategy Lead

People Dimension; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative IT consulting firm based in Pretoria is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead digital and data teams. The role involves formulating digital strategies, managing third-party IT providers, and developing bespoke systems to meet business requirements. Candidates must have at least eight years of IT experience, with five years in a managerial role, and a tertiary qualification in IT or a related field. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a valid K53 driving license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years applicable IT experience.
• Five years of managerial level experience.

Responsibilities

• Formulate a digital strategy.
• Manage third-party IT providers.
• Develop data architecture.
• Lead the digital and data team.
• Conduct feasibility analysis.
• Track and report on projects.

Skills

IT team leadership

Database systems understanding

Agile development knowledge

Coding in multiple languages

Software development experience

Project management skills

Risk management

Testing frameworks setup

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in IT, Business, Computer Sciences or Engineering

Job description

An innovative IT consulting firm based in Pretoria is seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead digital and data teams. The role involves formulating digital strategies, managing third-party IT providers, and developing bespoke systems to meet business requirements. Candidates must have at least eight years of IT experience, with five years in a managerial role, and a tertiary qualification in IT or a related field. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a valid K53 driving license.