IT Manager

PLEASE NOTE: This position is in Mandeni north of StangerPurpose of the role:The IT Manager is responsible for establishing the company's IT technical vision and leading all aspects of the company's technology development. As manager of information communication technology, he/she plays an integral role in the company's strategic direction, development and future growth. Responsibilities include: leading the execution of technology strategy and technology platforms, partnerships and relationshipsDuties and Responsibilities:Strategy Provide the technical vision in an alignment with and to complement the business vision.Align the local IT direction with that of the Group.Advises all senior managers on business decisions that involve technology decisions.Engage with senior management around innovations to build the company as a leader in integrated innovation management through the use of technology. Monitor and assess new related technologies as they appear on the marketOn-going proactive and planned research and development into technologies to support the company's product and services.Assess the merit of unsolicited proposals brought to the company for a technology perspective.Provide support to departments around product and service technological innovation. Information TechnologyInitiate activities and policies that create useful technologies that server the users and accelerate their functions.Direct and manage the computing and information technology strategic plans to accomplish business goals and objectives.Ensure the computing and information technology infrastructure capabilities are responsive to the needs of the company's growth and objectives.Develop and establish operating policies and approaches for computing and information technology.Evaluate overall operations of computing and information technology functions and recommended enhancements.Ensure the security of the information systems, databases, network communication lines and equipment.Ensure that the ERP system meets the company's requirements and have the knowledge to develop the system further. TransformationAs IT manager, take responsibilities for shaping the co's IT operations to realise the vision and strategic direction. Project ManagementSchedule and Programme work.Deal with and manage Subcontractors.Manage costsComplete projects in time and on budget. Contract ManagementEnsure that all service delivery agreements are met.Ensure that processes to ensure procurement are done correctly and on time.Ensure contract implementation and performance reporting to management. SupervisionManage IT department and employee/s.Conduct performance reviews respectively.Ensure time and attendance of the department's employee.Develop and implement optimal organisational structure within IT.Identify training needs for staff in the department.Inform direct reports of organisational development on a regular basis.Manage IT deliverables.