• Reference Number : Refs/017099
  • Directorate : Geographic Information Systems
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 831 309 – R 1 492 677 All-inclusive remuneration package
  • Enquiries : Mr Tshepo Rasego, (011) 355 6178

Requirements :

  • A 3-4 years Geographic Information Systems Bachelor’s degree or related Bachelor's Degree. 6-year post qualification GISc Technologist experience. Certified GIS Enterprise professional. Compulsory registration with SAGC or PLATO as a GIS technologist, GIS Professional or Certification as a GIS Enterprise professional. Valid Driver’s license. A Certification in IT and server administration will be an added advantage. Strong experience with two or more GIS platforms (ArcGIS platform, QGIS, ERDAS etc.) Must have knowledge of technical and strategic report writing and understanding of legal compliance. Experience in Geo-Database design and Enterprise GIS Administration. Experience in Spatial and statistical analysis and development of information products like analytics dashboards, story maps etc. Experience in administration, licensing and application development on ArcGIS online and ArGIS Portal. A good understanding of government priorities and knowledge of the South African political landscape and socio-economic environment in which public service delivery occurs.

Duties :

  • • Develop and manage spatial information applications within the organizational process. • Provide access to Spatial Information and Geographic Information Services to all clients in the (Gauteng Sector Departments and local Government ). • Develop training manual end users on skills regarding to GISc at all times. • Ensure interoperability between systems to maximize efficiency. • Publish data, into a web based GISc system to provide Geographical Information through the internet. • Ensure easy access to spatial information at all times. • Document GISc processes undertaken during optimisation and integration. • Undertake spatial modelling. • Coordinate and manage the design, development and creation of geospatial databases. • Research, investigate and advice on new GIS technologies\ • Develop new methods/technologies for solving spatial data problems. • Research and implement new GIS standards • Undertake system audit. • Undertake requirements analysis. • Undertake cost-benefit analysis. • Develop process model and workflows diagram • Ensure implementation of GIS Standards • Draft Terms of Reference for GIS projects • Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives. • Perform Quality Assurance of all the data and information products for the Gauteng Geoportal. Assist with the procurement process for the GIS Directorate. Assist GIS Server administration and publishing webservices in the GIS portal.

Notes :

  • The completed signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) as well as copies of all qualifications and ID, no need for certification. Shortlisted Candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of interviews as directed by the Human Resources Representative. At least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Gauteng Office of the Premier reserve the right to utilise practical exercise / test for non-SMS positions and during the recruitment process (candidates who are shortlisted will be informed accordingly) to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). Gauteng Office of the Premier (OoP) reserves the right to cancel the filling / not fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest Qualifying applicants should submit their applications online www.gautengonline.gov.za and on Recruitment.Premier@gauteng.gov.za. No late applications will be considered.

Employer : Office Of The Premier

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 14-07-2023


Criteria Questions
Are you in possession of an appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in Geographic Information Systems or related qualification and a Certified GIS Enterprise professional, registered with SAGC or PLATO as a GIS technologist?
Do you have 6-year post qualification GISc Technologist experience?
Are you in possession of a valid driver's license?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.