IT Architect

About the position

Transform the Future of Agri-Finance Technology as an IT Architect Business and Data (Centurion | Permanent | Division: IT & Operations)

Are you a visionary IT Architect passionate about enabling transformation through data and business architecture? Join a dynamic financial institution that plays a critical role in supporting South Africa's agricultural sector. This organisation is more than just a bank - it's a catalyst for economic inclusion and sustainable growth across the country's food and agribusiness landscape.

As the IT Architect - Business and Data, you'll be at the centre of shaping enterprise-wide strategies that guide digital transformation and operational excellence. You will:

• Lead strategic business and data architecture development to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Design and evolve business capability models, value streams, and data blueprints that support decision-making and efficiency.
• Work across key architecture domains, Business, Data, Applications, Security, and Technology to create and implement future-focused architecture solutions.
• Influence governance models, standards, and roadmaps that drive sustainable enterprise growth.
• Engage cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders to ensure successful transformation delivery.
• This role offers an exciting opportunity to:
• Drive National Impact: Influence how data and business architecture empower farmers and agri-entrepreneurs.
• Be a Strategic Advisor: Work closely with executive leadership and IT governance forums to shape transformation agendas.
• Lead at the Forefront of Modernisation: Spearhead initiatives in data warehousing, integration, and digital capability enhancement.
• Operate with Purpose: Align your technical expertise with a mission that supports inclusive socio-economic development.

What You'll Bring:

• A relevant Bachelor's Degree (Information Systems / Computer Science or equivalent)
• TOGAF 9/10 Certification and strong Enterprise Architecture background
• 8-10 years of experience in Enterprise Architecture Leadership with proven expertise in Business and Data Architecture
• Strong knowledge of frameworks like the PFMA, and POPIA

Key Competencies:

• Data and Business Domain Architecture
• Solution Architecture & Technology Modernisation
• Portfolio Optimisation and Governance
• Stakeholder engagement and change enablement

Lead Architecture with Purpose
Step into a role where your expertise makes a tangible difference to the future of farming and finance. If you're ready to architect scalable, sustainable, and meaningful change apply now to take the lead in digital transformation.

Submit your CV and cover letter to the recruitment team today. Let's build the future of agri-finance together.

Desired Skills:

• TOGAF
• IT Architect
• Data Architecture
• Business Architecture
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Information Technology
• Enterprise Architecture
• Solution Design
• Digital transformation
• Infrastructure architecture
• IT Strategy
• Solution Architecture
• High-level design

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years Banking
• 5 to 10 years Technical / Business Architecture

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree