Assistant Director: Information Technology

Goldfields TVET; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldfields TVET invites applications for a Permanent ICT Manager at Centre Central Office in India. The incumbent will oversee ICT policy development, information system management, and network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with TVET regulations.

A 3–5 year IT background with supervisory experience is required, along with a valid driver’s license and strong leadership abilities. The role demands robust planning, budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder communication skills.

Qualifications

• Senior Certificate/Grade12 or NCV Level 4 plus a recognised 3-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Information Technology/computer science or a relevant qualification.
• 3–5 years of IT experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be computer literate.
• Knowledge of TVET sector regulations and ICT policies; ICT hardware, software, and programmes.
• Strong administrative, planning, organising, report writing, project management, problem solving and people management skills, financial management, communication and interpersonal skills, team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and monitor ICT policies; conduct workshops and awareness of new ICT policies.
• Information system management: administer IT security, backups, and data safeguarding.
• Network management: plan and procure LAN/WAN technologies, set up and maintain networks.
• ICT software and hardware maintenance; manage licensing and procurement.
• Provide intranet and internet services; ensure college website is updated.
• Manage human, financial and other resources of the unit.

Skills

Administrative skills

Planning and organizing

Report writing

Project management

People management

Financial management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

Senior Certificate/Grade12 or NCV Level 4

National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in IT

Job description

Ref No GTC2026/09

Duration Permanent

Centre Central Office

Minimum requirements Incumbent should have senior Certificate/Grade12 or NCV Certificate (level 4) plus a recognised 3-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Information Technology/computer science or a relevant qualification. A minimum of 3 to 5 years relevant work experience in the Information Technology environment of which 3 years should be on a supervisory level. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be computer literate. Competencies, Knowledge, and Skills: Knowledge of the TVET sector regulations and legislative framework. Knowledge of computer hardware, software, and programmes. Knowledge and understanding of Corporate ICT principles, ICT policies and relevant legislation, prescripts and regulations governing the TVET and Public Service sector. Should have strong administrative, planning, organising, report writing, project management, problem solving and people management skills, financial management, communication and interpersonal, planning and organising and team leadership

Duties Development, review and monitor the implementation of information communication technology (ICT) policies: Conduct research regarding provincial and national policy framework and legislation. Conduct workshops and awareness of all new ICT policies. Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management. Information system management: Administer and monitor IT security and electronic access, establish systems to safeguard hardware and data, Perform system backup. Network Management and Maintenance: Research and develop specifications for Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies, Procure LAN and WAN technologies, Distribute LAN and WAN access to staff and students according to the college policy and needs, Set-up, manage and maintain LAN, WAN, email, and internet connections in the college, Troubleshooting, resolving, and documenting all ICT related issues. ICT software and hardware maintenance: Research and develop plans for software and hardware products required technologies and system which enables the colleges core business, support functions and programs, Advice on procurement of college software and hardware according to the college’s needs, distribute software and hardware for use by students and staff according to college’s needs, Maintain and monitor software and hardware systems, report on redundant hardware and software and advise on updating, Manage all licensing of software that the college is using and ensure that they are valid and appropriate. Provisions of intranet and networks services: assist with the procurement of intranet and internet product and services according to the college’s needs, ensure access of intranet and internet in the college, ensure that the college website is continuously updated with current information. Management of human, Financial and other resources of the unit.

Closing date 20 November 2026

Note All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, especially with regard to race, gender and disability.