Unit Manager – ICT at Gold Fields

• Work closely with technical disciplines to ensure alignment with business as per the ICT Approved Charter and delivery model.
• Identify and proactively manage system requirements, and participate in the testing of software upgrades and modifications.
• Identify relevant projects aimed at achieving Regional IT strategic goals; specify appropriate business case (requirements) and provide recommendations, i.e. technical solutions.
• Ensure adherence to the ICT architecture, established technology standards, frameworks and policies.
• Coordinate all ICT operational activities at the Regional Office.
• Standardizing policies, procedures and processes for managing Technical application projects in line with “the Gold Fields way” framework.
• Manage IT service level agreements with third party suppliers and ensure provision of tailored solutions to the Regional Office.
• Develop new technologies, methods and procedures necessary to improve ICT systems and services.
• Drive innovation through the contextualization, definition, developing and implementation of innovative opportunities.
• Coordinate ICT adherence to the approved governance, risk compliance, standard, security and architecture frameworks

Key Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Information Technology or Computer Science/Engineering
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ work experience in an IT environment within the mining industry
• In-depth knowledge in IT architecture, IT service management (ITSM) and project management
• Working knowledge and experience in the maintenance of an Information Security Management (ISMS) aligned to ISO 27001 standards
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and levels
• Excellent understanding of continual improvement, information risk management processes, software applications and global ICT trends
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, procedural documentation and OEM guides
• Medical fitness for the position and environment
• Must possess a valid Ghanaian drivers’ licence and ability to drive light vehicles