The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) invites qualified candidates to apply for the post of Specialist: Project Management.

• Post: Specialist: Project Management
• Job Level: D1
• Salary Range : Total Annual Package (CTC) R660,707.00 – R777,302.00
• Location : ICASA (Head Office- Eco Park, Centurion)
• Position Status: Two year fixed-term contract
• Application Closing Date: 01 November 2022

Main purpose of the job :The position is responsible for providing project management support to the Senior Manager: Project Management with respect to the following projects:

• Licensing of high demand (IMT) spectrum;
• Licensing of an Individual Electronic Communications Network Service Licence for the provision of wholesale electronic communications network services (referred to as the WOAN);
• Data services market review and related projects;
• Implementation of the Radio Frequency Migration plan 2019; and
• Implementation of the IMT Roadmap 2019 and Radio Frequency Assignment Plans.

The role is expected to employ effective organisational and administrative processes, together with knowledge and/or experience of project management best practices, to facilitate the successful achievement of the objectives of the above mentioned projects. 

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager: Project Management, and responsibilities will include:

• Project Planning, Scheduling and Control
• Project Scope Management
• Manage Project Risks and exploit opportunities
• Project Resource and Cost Management.

 Requirements :

• A degree in Finance, Commerce or Business Administration (NQF Level 7)
• A postgraduate qualification/certificate in Project Management

Work Experience:

• 3 Years Management or 4 Years Specialist Experience
• 4 to 8 years experience in Project management, two of which should have been in a telecoms or related field i.e. Law, Economics or Engineering
• Solid experience in project/program management
• Solid experience in processes and procedure
• Solid knowledge in project management trends.

Competencies:

• Strategic thinking
• Project Management
• Decision making
• Problem Solving
• Analytical thinking
• Planning and Organizing
• Attention to Detail
• Critical judgement
• Client Focus
• Results management
• Legislation, Policies, Procedures and Standards
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent Communicator (written and verbal/ presentation skills)
• Resilience and influential.

Enquiries : Any enquiries regarding this position should be directed to nndlovu@icasa.org.za  ormmphirime@icasa.org.za
NB: The email addresses provided above should be used for enquiries only. Applications sent by email will NOT be considered.

How to Apply

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA https://www.icasa.org.za/pages/Careers

FOR EASY ACCESS TO THE SYSTEM DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS, CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE A LAPTOP OR A DESKTOP ON CHROME OR MICROSOFT EDGE WEB BROWSERS 

ICASA is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. 

• If you do not hear from us within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• It is also the responsibility of the applicant to obtain evaluation and certification of the Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL).
• Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
• ICASA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• ICASA actively pursues the sourcing of persons with disabilities.
• Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, verification of the applicant’s documents (Qualifications), and reference checks.
• Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
• CVs from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.

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