General Manager, IT Security, Operations and Infrastructure – BURS

GENERAL MANAGER, IT SECURITY, OPERATIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE X 1 (GABORONE)

Organisation: Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS)
Circular: External Vacancy Circular No. 3 of 2026
Reference: BURS/HRD/ROD 09 IV
Date: 6th November, 2026

BURS is a semi-autonomous organization of Government, responsible for assessing and collecting tax revenue as well as border administration. BURS invites dynamic, self-motivated and qualified citizens of Botswana to apply for the following position:

Main Purpose of the Job

To assist in the development of the IT strategy, coordinates and oversees the implementation of the strategic intent by planning, developing, managing and controlling to deliver efficient, secure and value-for-money processes, practices, policies, standards and activities within the areas of IT Security, IT Networks and Operations, and IT Systems Administration.

The role also facilitates the secure processing and management of data, communication services, optimal utilization of ICT solutions and services, and project/contract management in meeting BURS’ operational requirements.

Key Performance Areas

1. Availability of resilient, secure and stable BURS network and infrastructure
2. Development, cost control and effective management of budget
3. Timely development and implementation of corporate IT security, network and infrastructure strategies
4. Development of policies, procedures and standards and establishment of effective compliance programs
5. Provisioning operational performance data to support executive management decision-making
6. Facilitating development and effective monitoring of service level agreements and contracts
7. Effective management and optimization of assets
8. Development and effective performance management of staff
9. Quality customer service

Position Requirements

Qualifications: Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related IT discipline. A relevant Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.

Experience: At least eight (8) years relevant post qualification experience, two (2) of which should have been at level of Manager or equivalent in a large organisation involved in data management and processing.

Competencies:

• Team Leadership
• Planning & Organising
• Critical Thinking
• Creativity & Innovation
• Management of Resources
• Consultations & Interpersonal Relations
• Judgement & Decision Making
• Development and Empowerment of Others

Salary: BURS 03 (P675,072 – P732,564 per annum)

Benefits

BURS offers a competitive salary and benefits such as Medical Aid, Contributory Pension Fund, Group Life Assurance Cover, 24 hour Group Personal Accident cover, Housing Subsidy and Staff Welfare Schemes (Non-Guaranteed Personal and Residential and Vehicle loans etc).

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements for the above-mentioned position should apply and attach a comprehensive up-to-date curriculum vitae, certified copies of certificates, Omang and at least two (2) work-related references from current or previous employers. At least one (1) reference should be current. Applications which do not meet the required provisions will not be considered.

Please take note:

• Applicants are advised to send their application documents in PDF format, and as one document.
• Applicants should ensure that only the position applied for is stated in the subject matter of their application email.
• Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements will not be shortlisted.

All applications should be addressed to:

Ag. Director Human Resources
Botswana Unified Revenue Service
Tower Block, 5th Floor
Private Bag 0013
Gaborone

All applications should be sent via email to: recruitment@burs.org.bw

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews through email or personal calls.

For any information regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Division: Ms. E. Mmereki @ 3638924 and T. Toko @ 3638939.

Closing date: 19th November, 2026 at 1630 hours.