Manager - Solutions Architect

Job Title: Manager - Solutions Architect
Main Purpose:  Manager Solutions Architect -Public Sector experience
Job Category: Advisory	Location: Johannesburg
Job Type: Full Time	Grade/Level: Manager	Closing Date: 30/04/2013
Line of Service: Advisory	Available Positions: 3
Division/Group: Consulting
Responsibilities/Output:
Solutions consultant involved in business consulting and transformation, process related work, application of technology to solve business challenges.  Delivery   Manage small to medium sized project delivery   Manage finances associated with project delivery   Analysing strategy, strategic plans/objectives and other client related data   Develop industry knowledge and thought leadership for business environments and industry solutions and tools   Understand and interpret complex business challenges   Conceive innovative solution for clients   Actively participate and manage all aspects of project delivery   Think independently and creatively when formulating solutions   Facilitate and lead team problem solving and client issue resolution efforts   Fulfil project assignments as required   Lead the design and delivery of end-to-end business solutions which are enabled by technology   Be recognised as an expert in current technologies and their applications within a business context   Lead multi-disciplinary delivery teams and take full ownership of the quality of the project delivery   Develop architectural capabilities across business and technology architectures with a focus on solving client business problems   Maintain and develop technology transformation skills Sales   Conceive innovative solutions for clients and industries   Supports business development initiatives through the compilation of proposals and bid documentation   Engage with clients in identify opportunities for improvements within their businesses   Meet pipeline and sales targets at existing and new clients   Identify new solution opportunities and convert these into sales Relationships   Be able to build and sustain professional relationships both within PwC and externally   Actively collaborate with colleagues in solving unique business and technology challenges   Build effective relationships with team members that you lead   Fulfil coaching and mentorship roles to junior staff   Build long term relationships with clients that can be translated into revenue opportunities Delivery   Demonstrate competence in managing projects Have a solid understanding of business process reengineering techniques   Solid understanding of programming and SDLC methodologies – typically gained on large scale systems development projects   Programming experience is required   Ability to multi-task, prioritize and coordinate tasks to meet multiple deadlines and conflicting client and company constraints   Must be a self-starter, motivated individual who works well under pressure   Manage and plan own and others work ? Is able to motivate a team for excellent delivery   Open-minded, practical and able to solve complex problems   Attention to detail and committed to quality   Ability to perform quality reviews on others work and provide constructive feedback when required General  Good verbal and written communication skills   Sound judgment   Innovative   Resilient   Cope well under tight deadlines and work well under stress   Strategic and big picture thinking Relationships   Is a team player and contributes to team success   Is able to build effective customer relationships Learning and growth   Is curious – learning, sharing and innovating   Willingness to continually learn and develop skills across a multitude of core competencies   Approaches problem solving in a logical and structured manner with due consideration given to alternative solutions which may require the acquisition of new knowledge   Able to handle complex problems and apply appropriate judgement in evaluating solution inputs
Requirements
Qualification Level: B degree	Additional Qualification Level: n/a
Experience Required: 5 - 7 years
Competencies / Skills:
Public Sector experience   6 - 8 years relevant project and consulting experience   1-2 years experience managing clients and project teams   1-2 years formal sales and sales pipeline management experience   Relevant B degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or Engineering   An advanced business degree is an advantage (e.g. MBA, Post Graduate Diploma in Management)   Enterprise architecture certification highly recommended   Formal project management certification highly recommended   ICT Operations certification an advantage (e.g. ITIL)   Formal business process improvement methodologies an advantage
Additional
Drivers License Required: Yes
EE Requirements: All Applicants. Preference will be given to Employment Equity Applicants
Travel Required: Sporadic
Overtime Required: Occasional

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