Chief Director: Special Initiatives

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification in Project Management, ICT, Information Systems, Business Management or related at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 5 Years’ experience at a Senior Management, is required. 8 to 10 Years’ experience in ICT, Digital Transformation, PMO or Governance environment. Extensive experience in Information Technology (IT) Project Management environment is required. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Knowledge and understanding of all relevant public service and Departmental Legislative Frameworks, as well as Government Structures. 33 Knowledge of the GITO Frameworks, standards and guidelines. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act. Knowledge of E-Government Imperatives. Knowledge of State Information Technology Act (SITA). Knowledge of Project Management processes and procedures. Knowledge of policy development and government protocol. Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems. A valid drivers’ license. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. On call is required. Completion of the Senior Management Services Pre- entry Certificate upon appointment. Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation, client orientation and customer focus. People management and empowerment. Financial Management. Program and project management. Change management. Ability to instill appropriate processes and systems, as well as enabling technology, to support the Department in efficiently and effectively managing the required work. Support with digital transformation. Innovation. Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as presentation skills. Portfolio Management. Benefits Realisation. COBIT 2019. CGICT. ITIL. Enterprise Governance. Organisational Change Management. Risk and Compliance Management. Change management. Problem-solving and analysis. Business Report Writing. Influencing, networking, conflict management and negotiation skills. Knowledge and Information management. Decision making and initiating action. Planning, organising and time management. Dealing with Pressure and Setbacks. Policy development, coaching and facilitating. Computer literacy. Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Lead the implementation of interventions included in the DHA Digital Transformation Strategy. Oversee the scope, plan, and develop the business case for all relevant programs as required. Oversee the alignment of project/program initiatives with National Policy, Imperatives, and International benchmarks. Liaise with business stakeholders to clarify and understand project deliverables, scope, and expected benefits. Ensure the submission of proposals, plans, and budgets for approval for all project initiatives that are required within the branch. Provide guidance on the establishment and sign- off on Project Charters, Governance forums, Resourcing (including budget/funding) and expected deliverables. Oversee IS projects in line with the Departmental priorities for every approved strategic IS program. Act as Programme Manager for large-scale, international, and cross-departmental programmes where required. Lead implementation of DHA Digital Transformation Strategy and associated roadmap. Align all strategic programmes to National Development Plan, MTSF, DPSA CGICT, COBIT 2019 and DHA strategic priorities. Institutionalise Quarterly Implementation Feasibility Reviews (QIFR) for strategic prioritisation and oversight. Oversee strategic programme business cases, feasibility studies, and transformation value propositions. Ensure benefits realisation frameworks are established for all major programmes. Coordinate Digital Transformation Steering Committee inputs and programme prioritization. Lead cross-departmental transformation programmes and strategic modernisation initiatives. Establish and Manage PMO, Programme, Project and Portfolio Delivery Frameworks. Oversee effective project management processes, procedures and standards are adhered to as prescribed by the Project Management Methodology. Create and build partnerships with various internal and external stakeholders in order to ensure programme delivery. Oversee effective sourcing, contracting and managing of IS contractors, consultants and vendors against programme targets. Ensure compliance with Project Management Office (PMO) requirements as per the approved methodology. Report regularly on project/programme progress, risks and budget to sponsors and relevant stakeholders against the agreed timelines and outputs of Project Plans. Ensure alignment to PMBOK/PRINCE2/MSP/COBIT governance requirements. Build Chief Directorate Capability, Innovation and Organisational Digital Transformation Maturity. Develop the Chief Directorate into a Centre of Excellence for Digital Transformation, PMO, Governance and Special Initiatives. Build organisational capability in programme governance, project controls, digital transformation, and benefits realization. Implement skills development frameworks aligned to DHA strategy. Ensure Enterprise Governance, CGICT, COBIT 2019 Compliance, Risk and Assurance. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Chief Directorate. Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Ms S Mkhaliphi Tel No: (012) 406 7109 34