• Reference Number : refs/035699
• Directorate : ICTI & Systems (Desktop Support Management)
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R468 459.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr. Shandukani Themeli - Tel No - 0825216796

Requirements :

• Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma / Degree in Information Technology / Computer Sciences, equivalent NQF level 6 IT related qualification with working experience between three (3) to six (6) years in Information Communication Technology Support of which three (3) years of the above work experience should be as ICT Supervisor. Specialist training with desktop and network support is essential. Experience in Microsoft Systems and Server administration including, Active Directory Users and Computers, Group Policy Management, Desktop Virtualisation Administration, and associated software. Good computer skills (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook). Good interpersonal skills and communication skills (verbal and written). Good administration, presentation and reporting skills. Leadership and management skills. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality always. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Responsible for assist planning of ICT desktop support for the Department. Ensuring data integrity and computers maintenance. Configurations of computer hardware and software. Configure network devices and email accounts for all users in the Department. IT equipment maintenance and disposal by following prescribed procedure. Assist with specification of ICT equipment. Attend relevant meeting and development opportunities. Develop, implement, and monitor related risks, IT related policies and procedures. Relevant Public Service Regulations. Supervising the ICT Infrastructure team, providing direction and developing staff to ensure team members are effective, motivated, accountable and provide a high level of service. Responsible for managing and monitoring ICT tools of trade across Health Institutions and Districts, including network connectivity (WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, APN, 3G/4G), desktop support, and ICT device maintenance. Oversees ICT project implementation, application support (e.g., HIS, PACS), and ensures compliance with IT security standards. Provides supervision and technical guidance to IT Support Technicians, manages service desk escalations, and ensures SLA adherence. Supports interactive technologies in Hospitals and maintains IT asset registers while staying aligned with IT best practices and policies.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, ID, credit record checks, qualification verification, employment verification and Social Media checks). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Central Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date : 19-03-2026

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.