Chief Technology & Digital Information Officer

Job Advert Summary Purpose Statement

The Chief Digital Technology and Information Officer (CTDIO) is a C-Suite executive accountable for defining and executing the SABS enterprise digital vision and enabling the organisation’s transition from a legacy, system-centric environment to a digitally mature, integrated, data-driven and customer-centric enterprise by 2028.

The role leads organisation-wide digital transformation and technology-enabled change by embedding a business optimisation culture and driving the execution of strategic digital transformation initiatives. The CTDIO provides executive leadership and strategic oversight of digital, data, technology, and knowledge assets across the organisation, ensuring that ICT services, systems, and digital information are governed, secure, reliable, compliant, and leveraged as strategic enablers of value creation, service excellence, regulatory effectiveness, and long-term operational sustainability.

The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential.

Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.

SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology or Technology or Computer Science is essential.
• Master’s degree in Information Technology or Technology or Computer Science is essential.
• NQF Level 9

• 15 years of experience in leading digital transformation or technology-enabled change within complex organisations
• 10 years proven track record of delivering enterprise-level digital projects and managing multi-disciplinary teams
• 10 years experience in business optimisation culture & digital transformation projects
• 10 years’ senior management experience
• 10 years in a senior management or executive leadership role
• Experience in strategic planning and execution. Knowledge of business processes, budgeting, and business administration
• Strong change management skills to drive organisational culture shift toward digital-first mindset
• Proven track record in managing ICT operations at an executive level.

• Enterprise ICT governance and compliance
• Oversight of complex ICT environments and systems
• Managing significant budgets and vendor portfolios
• Operating in a regulated, public sector, or SOE environment

• Provide enterprise-wide leadership in digital transformation and technology-enabled change, positioning digital and ICT as strategic enablers of organisational performance and service delivery.
• Define and drive a business optimisation culture through the identification, prioritisation, and execution of digital transformation initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for information technology, digital information, and knowledge management across the organisation.
• Develop, maintain, and govern a long-term (3–5 year) enterprise digital and ICT roadmap with clear milestones, success measures, and maturity targets aligned to the Corporate Plan and the 2028 digital maturity ambition.
• Act as the principal strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Committee on digital transformation, ICT strategy, digital information governance, and related risk and compliance matters.
• Ensure that digital, ICT, and information considerations are fully integrated into corporate strategy formulation, business planning, investment…