Information and Communication Technology
Salary : R733 257 – R863 748 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package)
Centre :pretoriahead offic
Requirement : a national diploma/ bachelor/s degree in Information technology or bsc (Computer Science) b com (Information Systems) or similar professional qualification (at least 360 credits) with six (6) years proven appropriate
experience in application Services or ict hardware and software or ict field with at least three (3) years management experience.
A post graduate degree in business analysis programming system analysis object oriented design (ood), software debugging qualifications will serve as an advantage.
Relevant experience in management of application sevelopment Life Cycle will serve as an advantage.
For the position with business Intelligence (bi) application development focus expertise on oracle business intelligence
suite (obiee, odi, administration etc.),( sql, pl/sql),data warehousing,oracle database, devops,sdlc.
Expertise and understanding of the oracle technology stacks and interoperability with legacy systems Understanding of oracle linux os java J2EE and change management software.
For the position with general applications development focus expertise on java,j2ee, Idea Intellij ultimate and jetbrains essential tools, oracle database, devops, sdlc and change management software.
Expertise on different Java based and Orientated development studios and platforms.
Understanding of mobile solutions development using oracle mobile hub and other mobile application development platforms as Flutter, Android Studio and etc.
The following will be applicable to both roles knowledge of business applications support services in an outsourced environment including escalations and rootcause analysis and software architecture knowledge of laws, precedents and government regulations around government finance (pfma), sita act, electronic communications act, etc.
Knowledge of Business Applications fit on business continuity requirements with a specific focus on security and disaster recovery.
Knowledge of Prince or pmbok project management methodology.
high level of communication skills both written and verbal, teamwork, general verbal communication, project management skills strategic decision making skills leadership skills collaboration skills delegation skills Initiative
emotional intelligence Integrity ability to see the big picture customer service orientation structured approach demonstrable commitment.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions and include, but are not limited to manage the provision of application management services to the organization ensure task activities are managed daily with estimates and deadline span delivery commitment such that deliverable does not unnecessarily move between releases ensure no delays accrue due to misunderstanding of requirements ensure quality control over output of the team by ensuring policies and procedures are followed Provide technical assistance guidance and advise to the team ensure the team are regularly informed about management decisions or change in the work environment drive application development support maintenance and adaptation Strategies and Policies recommend best practice configurations (application & database); Ensure Architectural standards are adhered to manage potential application Management risks; Identify production problems (network, application, database, connectivity, performance problems) with proposed solutions with follow up of execution of approach Check that all applications management audit report queries are addressed to eliminate or mitigate the associated risks and raise risks with management early.
Implement application development support maintenance and adaptation of new applications meet or exceed internal and external (customer) expectations based on delivery implement development objectives by analysing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality design and develop user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and feature priorities, throughout the development life cycles complete application development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities enhance the quality of applications by improving the design or tuning for performance; Participate in the code review process and action the outcomes of the code review deliver code timeously to the test environment support troubleshoot and resolve development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms; Integrate applications by designing effective integration architecture, studying and establishing connectivity with network systems and information servers support users by developing documentation and assistance tools and ensures operation by training internal client personnel; providing support.
Plan capacity requirements compile monthly reports on performance, costs functionality and quality of application management services for senior management and (gpaa) management assess( it) infrastructure requirements so that application management processes and procedures run smoothly and plan execution of work (estimate resourcing needs and duration for new/ existing requirements – project plan with dependencies). Facilitate business partnering enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments provide application management support and advice to the senior management with regard to the relevant applications resolutions to problems raised by managers and contribute to Client meeting, demonstrating Application Management capability when required.
Provide input to the strategic management of the section: Compile comprehensive operational plans, quarterly and annual report; Keep abreast with changes in the relevant guidelines and other legislation, to make recommendations where policies and procedures need to be amended; Develop, enhance, and implement policies, processes and procedures that are relevant to the section and enhance service delivery collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement new systems and processes, enabling integration to other areas and track new developments in the industry, to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the Applications Management functions in the (GPAA).
ENQUIRIES : Ms Felicia Mahlaba
Tel No: (012) 319 1455
NOTE : It is mandatory to email your application with the relevant supporting
documentation to gpaateam@fempower.co.za quoting the reference number
in the subject heading of the email.
The certification of all supporting documents will be expected of the shortlisted candidates only during the
challenges experienced with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Note: Two (2) permanent positions for Senior Application Developers are currently available
at GPAA: Head Office.
One will be appointed for business Intelligence focus and the other for business applications development focus.
The purpose of the role/s is to create user information solutions by developing, implementing and maintaining (ICT) application systems, components and interfaces disclaimer during covid19 lockdown stages take note of the new
requirements regarding a new z83 effective 1 november 2021 as per the DPSA regulations. (Information contained in the footer).
Interviews will/may be conducted via a virtual medium which will be discussed with each shortlisted
applicant.
The applicant should have the necessary data and equipment for
this purpose.
Correspondence will only be conducted with the short-listed
candidates.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Geraldine Turner
Tel No: 084 093 5765