Quality Specialist: Information Technology

MP BROADBAND
Shared Technologies, a division of the Quality and IT Department, has these vacancies available.
Applications are invited from individuals meeting the qualifi cations and experience requirements, as set
out below.

Quality Specialist:Information Technology

The purpose of this role will be the management, co-ordination and support of Quality Assurance activities
for Information Technology in the organisation.

Critical performance areas: ● Ensure that there is an effective quality system for IT in the organisation
● Conduct supplier surveillance, audits and evaluations with regards to IT Quality Assurance activities
● Develop and uplift the skills of IT personnel and suppliers/contractors in quality methods and processes
● Interface and liaise with internal clients with respect to IT Quality Assurance ● Participate in the evaluation
and review of IT systems ● Provide input with regards to Quality Assurance requirements in contracts/
orders ● Provide Quality Assurance on and release/accept IT products and services ● Provide support to
other Quality Assurance domains (software quality).

In the first instance, candidates will need a BSc Computer Science or diploma in IT or equivalent NQF
level 6 qualifi cation, plus 4-6 years’ experience in Information Technology Systems. Qualifi cation as a
Microsoft Certifi ed Systems Engineer (MCSE) is desirable and experience in Software Development
Lifecycle (SDLC) and Quality Assurance will be an added advantage. The person we wish to appoint
is a resilient, assertive team player boasting problem-solving and good interpersonal skills. Analytical
thinking is very important.
To apply for this position, please e-mail a detailed CV to ngoasheng@armscor.co.za

NB: In your e-mail subject line, clearly indicate the position you are applying for. Do not enclose copies
of your Identity Document or qualifi cation.
Short-listed candidates will be subject to psychometric assessment, an appropriate reference check,
verifi cation of personal data and security clearance, as part of the selection process.
In line with Armscor’s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference
will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups. People with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.
Closing date: 30 July 2010.
Late applications will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If
you have not heard from us within a month of the closing date, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful.