Senior Manager ICT

Sheldon Human Capital Solutions; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Manager: ICT – Assurance & Advisory. This executive role involves driving revenue growth and leading teams while delivering complex ICT projects. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in ICT assurance, governance, and advisory services, with proven leadership skills and a relevant qualification. Responsibilities include client engagement, business development, and oversight of ICT project delivery. Immediate start date available.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ senior-level experience in ICT assurance/advisory.
• Strong expertise in IT governance, ITIL, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity.
• Proven leadership and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead executive ICT assurance and advisory services.
• Drive revenue growth and business development.
• Oversee ICT project delivery and quality management.

Skills

ICT assurance expertise

Business development

Client engagement

IT governance

Cybersecurity

Education

Relevant Degree (Honours / MBA / MBL)

CISA (ISACA) certification

Tools

ITIL

Enterprise Architecture

Job description

Senior Manager: ICT – Assurance & Advisory

Pietermaritzburg | Executive Appointment

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Senior Manager: ICT – Assurance & Advisory to take ownership of a high-impact portfolio within its Pietermaritzburg practice.

This executive role requires a proven leader with strong ICT assurance, governance, and advisory expertise, capable of driving revenue growth, leading specialist teams, and delivering complex ICT projects aligned to international standards and best practice.

Key Focus Areas

• Executive leadership of ICT assurance and advisory services
• Business development, revenue growth, and client engagement
• Oversight of tenders, proposals, and ICT project delivery
• ICT governance, quality management, and process optimisation
• Strategic input into digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives

Executive Requirements

• Relevant Degree (Honours / MBA / MBL advantageous)
• CISA (ISACA) certification – essential
• Professional qualification preferred (CA(SA), CIMA, CISA or similar)
• 5–10 years’ senior-level experience in ICT assurance/advisory
• Strong expertise in IT governance, ITIL, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and business process re‑engineering
• Proven leadership, commercial acumen, and executive communication skills

Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable

Confidential applications and expressions of interest are invited.

Please submit a detailed CV to [e-mail] quoting Senior Manager: ICT – Assurance & Advisory.