Enterprise Architect (Customer Service Management & Payments) at Old Mutual South Africa

Job Description

Defines and monitors adherence to architectural standards for the development, deployment and management of application, information, communication and technology infrastructure. The incumbent is individually accountable  for achieving results over periods of  up to 1 year.

• Defines and maintains architectural standards for the development, deployment and management of application, information, communication and technology infrastructure.
• Governs and assists solution development to ensure conformance to the Group ICT architectural standards.
• Governs and assists in the Life Cycle Management of solution to promote adherence to OMSA ICT Principles and synergy across Old Mutual plc. 
• Researches material, sells concepts and encourages business to assess and refocus both its business and IT strategy.
• Provides consulting to Group Technology project teams and clients. 
• Governs development, evolution and maintenance of a detailed OMSA ICT architecture through the involvement of relevant stakeholders, as well as key internal and external forums.
• Provides long-term management of the Group ICT Architecture Strategy.
• Provides input to OMSA ICT Strategy, Policies and Principles. 
• Ensures that the Group ICT architecture aligns with OMSA ICT strategy and is presented and approved through the Group Architecture processes.
• Acts on expert advice, and is a key player and sometimes leader in large-scale contract negotiations.