Area of specialisation: Setting of overarching Governance, Compliance, Risk, Assurance and commercial sourcing direction for Eskom’s IT environment. Ensure that all the departments across GIT comply with, and abide to statutory reporting standards and requirements

Minimum Requirements

Qualification(s):

• B Degree / B Tech Information Technology / Information Management /Computer Science / Information Systems at a NQF 7 level with 360 Credits

Related Minimum Experience:

• Extensive (10 years) of IT Governance experience at Management level

Skills and Competencies Required

• Behavioural

• Integrity, honesty, trustworthiness, professionalism

• Leadership

• Live the Eskom vision and values
• Grow people
• Ignite passion
• Promote teamwork
• Encourage the right behaviour
• Promote open and transparent communication

• Knowledge

• Eskom financial and commercial policies, processes and procedures
• Eskom IT budgeting and project approval policies, processes and procedures
• IT procurement and commercial tactics, practices and processes
• IT audit practices and processes
• NEC and other relevant IT outsourcing contracting standards
• Working knowledge of KING IV
• COBIT, ITIL & ISO proficiency
• Excellent knowledge of Business Strategy development

• Skill

• Communication skills
• Analytical skill
• Interpersonal skills
• Strategic analysis and decision making skills
• Business Acumen

• Credibility and competence
• Strong financial and negotiation skills
• Ability to assess business risks
• Ability to communicate at Top Management Level

Key Responsibilities

• Set Eskom IT Governance, Compliance, Risk and Assurance policies, direction and oversight
• Formulate Eskom Strategic IT Supplier Strategy and ensure successful execution of IT contracts
• Manage Eskom IT performance contract development, Statutory Reporting oversight and Master Data Management Strategy formulation and oversight
• Manage and address specific executive issues and projects on behalf of the Eskom CIO
• Provide strategic leadership and management direction for the Eskom IT Governances Services environment

Applications must consist of the following:

• Comprehensive motivation as to why the applicant is suitable for the position

• A complete CV attached thereto, which includes:
  • Thorough academic and work history
  • Responsibilities in each position held
  • A certified copy of the Identity Document and Qualifications

For any enquiries Contact Brian Nyahwa Tel No. +27 81 379 5272. Forward your application to brian@nkwalim.co.za.  Only short listed applicants will be contacted. Closing date is 18/04/2021