Supervisor: Innovation and Development - (8702) The Development Supervisor will be responsible for leading the Innovation and Development team, overseeing software development projects, and driving innovation initiatives. This role involves providing strategic direction, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field At least five (5) years of experience in software development or innovation, of which two (2) years in a team leadership role Strong background in software development, including PHP, Java, or relevant technologies Experience with relational databases (MySQL, MSSQL, Oracle) and web services/API development Knowledge of system development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies Familiarity with Open-Source CMS frameworks (Joomla, WordPress, Drupal) Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans to align the team with organizational objectives. Drive innovation initiatives and keep up with industry trends. Team Management: Supervise, mentor, and train development team members. Conduct performance evaluations and foster a collaborative work culture. Project Oversight: Plan, manage, and oversee software development projects. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions within budget. Innovation Initiatives: Research and implement emerging technologies to drive innovation. Promote creativity and continuous improvement in development processes. Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise with academic staff, administrative personnel, and senior management. Maintain partnerships with vendors and technology experts. Resource Management: Efficiently allocate and manage departmental resources, including budgets and personnel. Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure software development activities adhere to organizational policies and industry standards. Implement best practices for quality control and documentation. Core Competencies Programming and software development expertise Leadership and people management skills Strategic planning and execution capabilities Problem-solving and decision-making skills Communication and stakeholder engagement skills Conflict management skills Project management skills Planning and Organising skills Enquiries: For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please email: Mrs Busi Soldaat at (Human Capital Department). The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives. People from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment. Copyright, Cape Peninsula University of Technology. We are a university in Cape Town, South Africa and the only university of Technology in the Western Cape province. We are also the largest university in the province. #J-18808-Ljbffr