• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

National Library of South Africa (NLSA)

Director: Information and Communications Technology

Company Overview

The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) serves as the guardian of South Africa’s national heritage and official repository of published materials. We collect, preserve, and provide access to knowledge resources in accordance with our legislative mandate.

Position Details

Employment Type: Full Time
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 8) in IT/Computer Science/Information Systems
Preferred Qualification: Master’s Degree (NQF 9)
Experience: 8+ years (5 years in ICT management)
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

Important Notice:

Never pay for any recruitment process elements. Contact NLSA directly for clarification.

Key Requirements

  • Certifications: CBAP, PMP, PRINCE II or TOGAF 9 preferred
  • Technical Expertise: Microsoft Dynamics, Open Source solutions
  • Leadership experience in library systems and IT infrastructure
  • Expertise in IT governance and enterprise architecture
  • Strong understanding of PFMA regulations

Core Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute 3-5 year ICT modernization strategy
  • Lead cybersecurity initiatives and data protection protocols
  • Manage R50M+ technology budgets and vendor relationships
  • Oversee implementation of cloud migration projects
  • Direct team of 15+ IT professionals

Success Factors

  • Proven track record in digital transformation projects
  • Experience with ERP system implementations
  • Ability to align technology with business objectives
  • Strong stakeholder engagement capabilities

Application Process

Submit detailed CV with certified qualifications through official NLSA career portal. Review of applications begins 5 working days post-advertisement publication.

The NLSA promotes employment equity and reserves appointment rights per operational requirements.

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