EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

ZABS is a statutory body currently operating under the Standards Act No. 4 of 2017. Under this Act, ZABS is mandated to provide Standardization and Quality Assurance services to industry in order to support production of goods and services of acceptable quality for national, regional and international markets. ZABS also acts as a link between local industry and regional and international standardization and quality assurance (SQA) organizations.

The Bureau invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following vacant positions:

ICT MANAGER (ZABS 3 x1)

JOB PURPOSE

To oversee the planning, implementation and management of ZABS information technology infrastructure and systems by ensuring efficient, secure, and reliable ICT operations that support the Bureau’s mandate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and implements ICT strategy aligned to organizational goals.
• Leads evaluation and adoption of new technologies to enhance service delivery.
• Oversees acquisition, installation, and maintenance of ICT hardware, software, and network systems.
• Ensures reliable operation of servers, network infrastructure, databases, and internet services.
• Implements IT security protocols to protect against breaches and cyber threats.
• Oversees updates, backups, disaster recovery, and data integrity safeguards.
• Provides technical support and ensures prompt resolution of ICT-related issues.
• Manages ICT budget, procurement, vendor relations, and cost optimization.
• Leads digital transformation initiatives including cloud, automation, and e-services.
• Provides ICT training and user support to enhance technological competence.
• Leads and mentors ICT personnel to ensure high performance.

B. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience with 5 years at management level.
• Strong knowledge of ICT systems, networks, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team development skills.
• High analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Strong integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

CONDITIONS

The position of ICT Manager is offered on a fixed-term contract, while the positions of Procurement Officer and Laboratory Analyst – Chromatography are on permanent and pensionable terms of service.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply.

• Develops and implements ICT strategy aligned to organizational goals.
• Leads evaluation and adoption of new technologies to enhance service delivery.
• Oversees acquisition, installation, and maintenance of ICT hardware, software, and network systems.
• Ensures reliable operation of servers, network infrastructure, databases, and internet services.
• Implements IT security protocols to protect against breaches and cyber threats.
• Oversees updates, backups, disaster recovery, and data integrity safeguards.
• Provides technical support and ensures prompt resolution of ICT-related issues.
• Manages ICT budget, procurement, vendor relations, and cost optimization.
• Leads digital transformation initiatives including cloud, automation, and e-services.
• Provides ICT training and user support to enhance technological competence.
• Leads and mentors ICT personnel to ensure high performance.

• Strong knowledge of ICT systems, networks, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team development skills.
• High analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Strong integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage.