• Reference Number : refs/035461
• Directorate : INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : PACKAGE: R1 266 714.00 per annum (All-inclusive package).
• Enquiries : Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo; Tel: 072 788 2364

Requirements :

• Matric plus undergraduate (NQF Level 7) in Information Communication Technology / Computer Science or a relevant ICT-related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior management level in ICT management environment. Valid driver’s licence. COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, understanding and implementation of the Department of Public Services (DPSA) State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Act, Information Technology Governance Framework, Internal and External Audits, ICT Risk Management, ICT strategy development, Operational plans Implementation and general administration duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics. Managerial Competencies: Visionary leadership, change management, planning and organising, financial management, people management and development, project management, service delivery innovation. Generic Competencies: Business acumen, customer management, results/quality management, analytical thinking, decision making, innovation and creativity. Technical Competencies: Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle, ICT security management, project management, risk management, database design and administration (SQL, MySQL), data centre operations, software development tools, networking principles, IT governance frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, ISO), business analysis, disaster recovery, data analytics and integration solutions. SKILLS: ICT Regulations and standards (CobIT, ITIL, ISO etc. Business Analysis, Innovative development technologies, DBMS technologies, Project management skills, Information and data Security. Risk assessment and mitigation, Disaster recovery technologies.

Duties :

• Manage the provision of infrastructure and operational support services. Manage the provision of desktop support services to the Department. Manage the provision of support and maintenance of the servers. Manage the provision of support and maintenance of all the networks. Manage the provision of support and coordination of departmental telecommunication services (telephony, video conferencing etc.). Manage innovative business solutions, development and implementation. Manage the automation and digitization of information and business processes. Manage ICT projects. Manage the provision of reliable, secured, quality information and data analytics through integration of business solutions. Develop and ensure implementation, maintenance, training and provide support business applications. Manage and implement ICT governance and policy frameworks. Provide ICT service management and manage ICT projects. Develop and ensure implementation of ICT policy and ICT security. Develop and facilitate the implementation of IT policies. Ensure ICT continuity and ICT change management. Manage acquisition and management of ICT solutions (Software, Hardware and Goods & Services). Manage ICT service desk 4. Provide strategic direction for the Directorate. Research and keep abreast of the best practice initiatives and developments within the directorate. Develop business/ strategic plan for the directorate and align it with Chief Directorate and ensure implementation thereof. Oversee the development and implementation of operational plans for the directorate. Develop and coordinate a service delivery improvement plan. Manage resources (Human, Financial, Assets). Manage and ensure proper implementation of budget by monitoring, projection and reporting of expenditure. Consolidate budget and ensure proper spending in line with strategic objectives.Ensure optimal utilization and functionality of equipment/ assets. Evaluate and monitor performance of employees to ensure achievement of Directorate strategic goal. Manage the development of employees in the directorate. Enhance and maintain employee motivation.

Notes :

• NB: To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za or Hand Deliver: Ground floor 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House, Johannesburg and applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the NEW Z.83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Applications with the OLD Z.83 form will not be considered. A NEW Z.83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the application form. Applications are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Communication regarding certified documents will be limited only to the shortlisted candidates. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela certificate) is required before the appointment can be made. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification. Posted, emailed and applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this institution within 3 months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The Gauteng Department of Environment reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised posts. It is the Department intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan (Coloureds, Indians and people living with disabilities are encouraged apply).

Employer : Department of Environment

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 06-03-2026

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.