IT Systems Strategy Director

6 days ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Ntice Search Solutions Full time

Our client, a prominent organization in the industry, is seeking an experienced leader to oversee its Information Technology (IT) strategy and team. As IT Systems Strategy Director, you will be responsible for driving the company's IT vision and ensuring that its systems operate efficiently.

To excel in this role, you must have a strong background in leading IT software development projects within Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as JD Edwards and Oracle. Your expertise should include project management, technical leadership, and stakeholder communication.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the IT strategy, leading a team of IT professionals, establishing governance policies, and managing IT risks. They will also ensure that projects are steered and managed based on the company's methodologies and that ERP systems are aligned with strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop the IT strategy to align with the company's business objectives.
  • Lead and develop an IT team including analysts, developers, and support staff.
  • Establish IT governance policies to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.
  • Manage IT risks affecting business operations or data security.
  • Implement strong security protocols and disaster recovery plans.
  • Evaluate and report on ERP system security and controls.
  • Steer IT budgeting and cost management.
  • Analyze current business processes and identify areas for improvement.
  • Translate business needs into cost-effective solutions.
  • Presents process re-engineering opportunities to management.
  • Evaluate information systems architecture and recommend enhancements.

Requirements:

  • A relevant IT tertiary qualification.
  • At least 7 years' experience in IT, with 2 years' experience managing a team focused on ERP development projects.
  • Background in coding/software development projects within JD Edwards and Oracle.
  • Held responsibility for IT Strategy Development & budgetary control.
  • Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models.
  • In-depth understanding of ERP systems such as Oracle and JD Edwards.
  • Expertise in project management – with exposure to project management methodologies.


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