Chief Information Officer
Council for GeosciencePretoria, ZA24 days ago
Job descriptionProvides strategic leadership within area of responsibility. Contributes substantively to the CGS’s strategy, planning and reporting processes. Provides strategic support to the CGS, CEO and the senior management team. Participates as a member of CGS executive management team in the drafting and formulation of the CGS strategic plan in moving forward with advances in technology and methods of processing and managing information. Develops strategies to improve the efficiency and efficacy of technological initiatives across the CGS. Develops and formulates overall ICT divisional strategy and annual performance plan which comprise of the following portfolios : Information, Knowledge and Technology. Intellectual Property. Develops overall corporate technology-related policies and / or proposals within the ICT field and recommends and presents these to the Board for approval. Directs and oversees the delivery of efficient and responsive ICT services to support CGS business operations. Facilitates timely implementation of ICT services aligned with business needs. Ensures optimal performance of technological infrastructure, including networks and computer systems. Leads and manages ICT-related projects from planning to execution. Provides effective leadership and motivation to the ICT division, ensuring alignment with CGS's strategic goals. Cultivates a values-driven culture that promotes performance, accountability, and innovation. Guides and develops ICT staff through strategic direction and mentorship. Manages ICT operations within approved budgetary limits, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial control. Selects and implements appropriate technologies to streamline internal operations and enhance strategic value. Designs and customises ICT systems and platforms to improve the stakeholder (internal and external) experience. Approves procurement of ICT hardware, software, and related services; manages vendor partnerships. Ensure system compatibility, integration of legacy systems, and scalability across the ICT ecosystem. Oversee the design and implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. Conducts regular ICT risk assessments and implements robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Ensures compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards, including those related to data privacy, integrity, and system availability. Monitors and evaluates technological advancements to identify opportunities for competitive advantage. Analyses ICT-related costs, benefits, and risks; provides informed recommendations to executive leadership. Ensures strategic alignment of ICT architecture and services with CGS business objectives and legislative mandates. Supports the strategic management of information, knowledge assets, and intellectual property within the organisation. Ensures effective data governance and analytics frameworks are in place to support decision-making Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (PFMA) and exercise proper financial control within the limits of the budget allocation of the CGS. Promotes and ensures adherence to budget guidelines and long-term financial viability of the CGS. Promotes and ensure compliance with the CGS supply chain management policy and processes. Establishes and maintains appropriate stakeholder relations Communicate with key clients and other stakeholders on their needs and resolve and respond to their queries. Interact with service providers to ensure SLAs have been met and contracts managed appropriately. Promptly shares and exchanges knowledge / information. Ensure accreditation with ISO standards within the ICT division. Ensure implementation and compliance with the approved ISO standards and processes across the ICT division. Ten (10) years management experience of which five (5) years must be at senior management level. Proven experience of ICT governance frameworks, enterprise architecture, and cybersecurity Excellent knowledge of ICT systems and infrastructure. Knowledge and / or working experience in the management and administration of Information Technology. Understanding of the scientific research environment. Proven experience and knowledge of public sector ICT compliance (PFMA, Treasury Regulations, POPIA, ISO standards) Substantive understanding of commercial, operations and all other drivers of performance. Extensive experience in managing large-scale ICT budgets and vendor contracts Strong background in designing / developing ICT systems and planning implementation A proven multi-organisational exposure. Grade 12 and, B-Degree in Information and Technology or equivalent. Relevant Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage. Relevant professional certifications (e.g. ITIL, COBIT, TOGAF, CISSP, PMP) will be added advantage. ICT jobs
Job title : Chief Information Officer
Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria
Deadline : November 09, 2025
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT
ICT service delivery & support
Leadership & team management
Technology planning & implementation
Cybersecurity, risk, and compliance
Strategic technology management
Information, knowledge & intellectual property management
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
STAKEHOLDER / CLIENT RELATIONS
QUALITY ASSURANCE & MANAGEMENT
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
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