IT Manager

Redhill School is looking to appoint a passionate and committed person to fulfil the role as IT Manager who will be responsible and accountable for leading the planning, co-ordinating and maintenance of Information Technology at the Redhill campus.

We invite applications from candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Be a self-motivator and be able to work independently & proactively.

• Have an understanding & passion for IT in an Education Environment.

• Have strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and computer skills plus excellent implementation ability and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Have strong knowledge of Financial Budgets.

• Managing an approved IT budget.

• Managing Suppliers and Service providers is essential.

• Be part of the project management team responsible for identifying priorities and thereafter implement strategic solutions on time.

• Be part of various committees.

• Procurement of IT equipment.

• Knowledge of POPI Act Compliance.

• Managing required structures and systems to drive and manage an educational environment.

• Apple and Android knowledge is an advantage.

• Managing required structures of Security and Access Control systems.

• Managing Insurance claims related to IT.

• Asset Management of Computer related equipment including sound equipment.

• Have strong people skills – work efficiently with management, staff, parents and children.

• Investigate new technologies with the aim of optimising systems.

• Be accountable for security of data, network access and backup systems.

• Managing of Photocopiers contracts.

• Assist with internal IT training.

• Sound knowledge of the IEB Server is an advantage as well ADAM administrative system, Peopleware and SAGE 300.

• Managing the internal helpdesk system.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric and Microsoft Certified Professional certification.

• 5 year’s experience in an IT Management position.

• Previous experience in an education environment will be an advantage.

To apply for this position, please forward a Letter of Application and a full Curriculum Vitae, together with the names and telephone numbers of three referees, to fjeffers@redhill.co.za.

Closing Date: 20 July 2018