Director: ICT Governance and Project Management

About

To develop and implement a sustainable, coordinated, integrated and comprehensive health system at all levels, based on the Primary Health Care approach through the District Health System, to ensure universal access to health care.

Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12.
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (NQF Level 7);
• Five (5) years' experience in middle/senior managerial level.
• Proven experience in ICT Governance, PMO Management and Large-scale ICT project implementation.
• Computer Literacy: MS Office Software Applications, plus Unendorsed valid Code B driver's license (Code 08).
• Additional qualification: A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in ICT, Business Administration or Public Management.
• Certifications in PMP/PRINCE2, COBIT, ITIL and CGEIT.
• Knowledge of PFMA. POPIA, DPSA CGICT Framework, King IV and Public Sector regulations.

DUTIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others:

• Provide strategic leadership on ICT governance and ensure alignment with departmental and national health priorities.
• Develop and implement ICT governance frameworks, policies, and standards in line with Public Sector requirements.
• Establish and manage ICT Project Management Office (PMO).
• Oversee ICT programmes and projects to ensure delivery within scope, time, cost and quality.
• Manage the ICT project portfolio and ensure optimal allocation of resources.
• Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks including PFMA and POPIA.
• Lead ICT risk management, audit processes, and implementation of internal controls.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement with internal business units and external stakeholders (e.g. National Department of Health, National Treasury, SITA).
• Manage ICT governance and project budgets and support procurement processes.
• Lead and manage staff within directorate, including performance management and development.
• Willingness to travel across districts and health facilities