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Manager: ICT Business Applications
Closing Date
2026/09/09
Reference Number
SAB260825-4
Job Title Manager: ICT Business Applications
Job Type Full Time
Branch Corporate Services
Division ICT and Knowledge Management
Department ICT Business Applications
Job Grade D4
Number of Positions 1
Location – Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category IT
Job Advert Summary
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services; and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Purpose Statement
To plan, implement, maintain and manage all ICT Business Applications development, testing and support activities, reporting and strategies on behalf of the SABS to support strategic objectives and business operations.
Minimum Requirements
Work Experience
10 years relevant work experience in ICT business applications
Work exposure in specific SANS Automotive is essential.
Proven track record in managing an ICT business application and testing environment
Qualifications
Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in IT, Computer Science or related field (NQF Level 7).
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation Certification is essential.
DevOps Certification is an added advantage
ISTQB Certification is an added advantage
Duties and Responsibilities
Operational Management
Contribute towards the development of an operational strategy for the Division and ensure alignment of this strategy with the plan for the ICT Business Applications business unit overall.
Ensure productivity and efficiency is measured effectively against set objectives and implement improvements where required.
Manage and ensure the drive of continuous improvement activities.
Manage the business unit and ensure that it contributes to the achievement of business objectives
Manage operations effectively to deliver services within timelines and prescribed quality through effective resource management
Manage the provision of ICT Business Applications services to support the delivery of SABS Strategic objectives
Use insights gained through business information to compile reports, and metrics to measure success and inform the business decisions within area of responsibility
Manage the business application vendor contracts to ensure that robust business applications are performing optimally.
Manage the standards, policies and procedures for the development of business applications.
Lead the development of software standards for the SABS.
Functional Management
Manage the business application vendor contracts to ensure that robust business applications are performing optimally.
Manage the standards, policies and procedures for the development of business applications.
Lead the development of software standards for the SABS.
Manage the delivery of ICT business application activities and business information within agreed and SLA’s.
Review and monitor plans for all projects in consultation with stakeholders and ensure that projects are delivered within the agreed parameters and time frames.
Identify and consider alternative sources, and review technological and economic feasibility of business applications.
Manage the identification, prioritization, and specification of business applications and agree on the business functional and technical requirements covering the full scope of all initiatives required to achieve the expected outcomes of the ICT environment.
Manage and maintain the standardization of SABS applications.
Act as a subject matter expert within the organisation on all spheres related to ICT business application and the management thereof.
Conduct regular research on new ICT developments for the purposes of maintaining the business applications.
Ensure the SABS web applications / sites are continuously improved and maintained using optimisation tactics / best practice
Ensure the availability of a secure and integrated software application system.
Drive software development in line with business requirements and standards through the engagement and management of third-party solutions developers.
Ensure the effective provision of solution delivery, operations, enhancement and maintenance of systems.
Oversee the management of the ICT business application disaster recovery (DR) plan including data security and integrity procedures to reduce risk and ensure business continuity.
Manage and resolve all ICT business application audit queries.
Drive compliance of corporate governance related to the ICT portfolio within scope of control.
Implement the ICT test strategy and the overall approach to organising testing and allocating testing resources
Drive the adoption of a test policy for the testing of new or changed services
Manage all test events (i.e. incidents, problems and retest new or changed services) and test environment requirements including communication to stakeholders
Establish testing processes, standards, procedures and guidelines in accordance with the application management lifecycle and industry standards and best practice test management tools
Create appropriate testing approaches to ensure a new or changed service is tested with operability in mind
Manage the preparation and maintenance of test tools, test scripts and testing issue logs
Define and implement testing control disciplines including risk mitigation processes
Risk and Compliance Management
Ensure the mitigation of the business unit’s risk profile through the identification and application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
Responsible for the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with relevant standards, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Monitor changes in the legislative and regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
Drive the implementation of compliance with policies aimed at strengthening the SABS brand and stakeholder interface.
Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Oversee the maintenance and effective implementation of Service Level Agreements / contracts to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
Implement ICT governance, risk and compliance framework to protect the organisation’s information assets
Ensure adherence in the team to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
Proactively evaluate related risks against changing trends and market/economic conditions.
Financial Management
Provide input in the planning and compilation of the annual budget aligned to the tactical delivery plans to support the implementation of set objectives.
Ensure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the budget, and mitigate and report on any variances.
Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the budget.
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Specialist: ICT Governance Risk and Compliance
Closing Date
2026/09/09
Reference Number
SAB260825-3
Job Title Specialist: ICT Governance Risk and Compliance
Job Type Full Time
Branch Corporate Services
Division ICT and Knowledge Management
Department ICT Infrastructure
Job Grade D2
Number of Positions 1
Location – Town / City Pretoria
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category IT
Job Advert Summary
About SABS
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS); promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services; and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.
SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for purposes of recruitment and more specifically for the position you have applied for, and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Purpose Statement
To design, develop, implement and maintain ICT Governance, Risk and Compliance strategic frameworks and
activities, data privacy compliance reporting and processes as well as conduct regular governance audits and take corrective action on behalf of the SABS to support business operationsand strategic objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification
- Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in ICT, IS, Computer science or a
related field (NQF Level 7) . - Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) certification is advantageous..
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is advantageous.
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) certification is
advantageous.
Work Experiance
- 8 years relevant work experience in ICT Governance Risk and Compliance
- 4 years specialist experience
- Must have ICT governance and risk experience within a corporate environment.
- Proven track record in implementing COBIT 5 Enterprise Governance
frameworks within an organisation
Duties and Responsibilities
Functional Management
Provide an ICT Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)?framework, including data compliance and cybersecurity risk?aligning ICT with the overall objectives of SABS.
Coordinate the development and implementation of ICT policies, standards, processes and procedures and ensure that data compliance standards are adhered to throughout the organisation and escalate non-compliance issues.
Monitor and evaluate adherence to ITC policies at the divisional and organisational level and escalate non-compliance to line management for corrective action.
Ensure that all relevant controls, policies and procedures are embedded and monitored as operating effectively and that actions are in place to address emerging risks and incidents.
Identify, report and ensure implementation of mitigation of all ICT related cybersecurity threats and risk assessment procedures.
Implement controls to mitigate risks identified during the risk assessment process.
Implement and stress test the Disaster Recovery Plan to ensure ICT business continuity processes and procedures are running smoothly within the organisation.
Ensure that independent annual vulnerability and penetration testing are performed in the SABS environment and implement remedial actions as required.
Contribute to the development of the Business Continuity Strategy and process in consultation with the Head: ICT to ensure readiness for recovery from ICT service interruptions.
Ensure and coordinate regular Business Impact Analyses of ICT Services on SABS processes.
Track timely closure of identified control gaps and risk mitigation plans and actively support action owners during issue remediation.
Ensure that internal control frameworks are developed and implemented across the organisation with regard to IT Risk Standards, ICT controls and regulatory and legislative requirements.
Review and update policy / standards compliance and exceptions, and report status to management and document advice for corrective actions.
Develop and coordinate the implementation of an IT governance, metrics collection, and reporting capability across the ICT division.
Provide guidance on implementing ICT compliance control objectives and provide support for gap analysis initiatives.
Provide input to improve efficiency and effectiveness of ICT cybersecurity governance services.
Act as point of contact within the ICT division with regards to risk and compliance issues.
Coordinate the ICT audit process and ensure that related audit activities and requests are handled efficiently and effectively.
Support ICT team during the planning and subsequent phases of an audit as well as during the audit close-out process.
Report on all ICT Governance, Risk and Compliance matters as required.
Provide technical support and training to SABS users with regards to ICT Governance and Risk principles.
Risk and Compliance Management
Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.
Maintain quality risk management standards in line with regulatory requirements.
Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
Convene and attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.
Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.
Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.
Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.
Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required for tender requests.
Provide subject-matter advocacy and expertise to all relevant stakeholders.
Manage internal and external relationships to ensure that business process engineering best practices are implemented across the organisation.
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