Mid-Level Enterprise Architect
Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Experience Required:
5-7years
Posted:
4 August 2026 (30 days ago)
Application Deadline:
1 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role Overview
The Mid-Level Enterprise Architect will support the organisation in driving the development and implementation of data governance and knowledge management strategies. The role focuses on aligning organisational processes policies and frameworks with broader strategic directives to ensure effective data management and institutional knowledge practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate requirements gathering processes including stakeholder engagement documentation communication and change management aligned to organisational strategies
- Review existing data management policies and strategies identifying gaps and recommending improvements aligned with best practices
- Support the establishment and formal implementation of data governance structures including:
- Defining roles and responsibilities
- Developing terms of reference
- Coordinating governance forums and workshops
- Establishing reporting mechanisms
- Develop and formalise data taxonomies including:
- Data dictionary creation
- Data asset inventory management
- Design and develop a Knowledge Management maturity roadmap aligned to organisational directives
- Ensure alignment of all deliverables with enterprise architecture principles and governance frameworks
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Systems Computer Science Enterprise Architecture or related field
- Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or similar role (mid-level)
Strong experience in:
- Data Governance frameworks and implementation
- Enterprise Architecture methodologies (e.g. TOGAF or equivalent)
- Policy analysis and development
- Knowledge Management frameworks
- Experience in large or complex organisational environments will be advantageous
- Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive alignment
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Change management and facilitation expertise
Additional Information
- The role requires full-time on-site presence
- Interview panel to be confirmed
- Candidates will be assessed based on alignment of CVs to the requirements
Required Skills:
Data Governance frameworks and implementation Enterprise Architecture methodologies (e.g. TOGAF or equivalent) Policy analysis and development Knowledge Management frameworks
Required Education:
IT DegreeTOGAF 9