Chief Information Officer – JOHANNESBURG NORTH
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
R1 732 000 – R2 165 000 pa
Purpose:
To provide strategic leadership and governance of the organisation’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) function by developing and implementing an integrated ICT strategy that supports the organisational strategy, digital transformation, cybersecurity, business continuity and service delivery. The incumbent will ensure the effective management of ICT infrastructure, enterprise applications, information security, data governance and technology investments while ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, governance frameworks and industry best practices.
Minimum Requirements:
A Master’s Degree (MBA, MCom, MIT or equivalent)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
COBIT Foundation/Implementation
ITIL Foundation/Managing Professional
Project Management Professional (PMP)
PRINCE2 Practitioner
Microsoft Azure, AWS or equivalent Cloud certifications
TOGAF Enterprise Architecture
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor
POPIA / Privacy compliance certification (advantageous)
Minimum of 10 years’ ICT experience, of which at least 5 years must be at senior management level.
Experience in:
ICT Strategy, ICT Governance, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Systems, ICT Infrastructure, Cloud Technologies, ICT Project Management, Vendor and Contract Management and Budget Management
Experience within a State-Owned Entity (SOE), public entity or government environment will be an added advantage
Core Management Competencies:
Strategic capability and leadership
Financial Management
Change Management
Knowledge Management
Service delivery innovation
Problem solving and analysis
People management and empowerment
Client orientation and customer focus
Communication
Honesty & Integrity
Key Responsibilities:
ICT Strategy and Digital Transformation:
Develop and implement the organisational ICT Strategy aligned to the Strategic Plan.
Lead digital transformation initiatives to improve organisational efficiency.
Identify emerging technologies that support innovation.
Develop ICT roadmaps and investment plans.
Advise Executive Management and the Board on ICT trends and opportunities.
Ensure ICT initiatives support organisational performance and business objectives.
ICT Governance and Compliance:
Establish and maintain ICT governance frameworks
Develop ICT policies, standards and procedures
Ensure compliance with:
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Cybercrimes Act
Electronic Communications and Transactions Act
Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), where applicable Corporate Governance Frameworks
Coordinate ICT audits and implement audit recommendations
Report ICT governance matters to Executive Management and the Board
Cybersecurity and Information Security:
Develop and implement the Information Security Strategy
Develop and implement the AI Governance and Usage Policy
Oversee cybersecurity governance
Manage cyber risk assessments
Monitor ICT security incidents
Ensure vulnerability assessments and penetration testing are conducted
Oversee disaster recovery plan and cyber resilience initiatives
Oversee the Promotion of cybersecurity awareness throughout the organisation
Owner and Manage ICT risk register
Oversee ICT infrastructure and enterprise systems:
Ensure high system availability
Oversee cloud services and network infrastructure
Oversee uptime and service delivery SLA’s
Effective management of Information Assets.
Monitor service levels and performance of ICT suppliers
Enterprise Applications and Data Management:
Oversee ERP, HR, Finance and business applications
Ensure integration of organisational systems
Develop data governance frameworks
Promote data quality and integrity
Support business intelligence and reporting initiatives
Oversee the development of systems that are compliant, robust and use secure coding practices in line with relevant governance frameworks
ICT Financial and Contract Management:
Develop and manage ICT budgets
Oversee the management ICT procurement
Oversee software licensing
Oversee the management of ICT contracts and Service Level Agreements
Ensure value for money from ICT investments
Leadership and People Management:
Lead and develop the ICT team
Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Manage employee performance
Build ICT capability across the organisation
Closing date for applications: 13 November 2026
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, please consider as unsuccessful
