ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

Department of Health; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 468 000 - 552 000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial health authority in Gauteng seeks an Assistant Director for ICT to oversee development and security of ICT systems. The role involves managing governance frameworks, service delivery, and strategic planning within ICT operations. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 certificate and a relevant diploma, with ITIL and ITSM certifications being advantageous. Strong analytical and communication skills, along with three years of supervisory experience in ICT, are essential. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in enhancing ICT services.

Benefits

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• A valid driver's licence.
• Minimum of three years’ experience at a supervisory level in ICT.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, maintenance and security of ICT systems.
• Manage ICT governance frameworks, policies, audits, and risk.
• Coordinate ICT operations and service delivery.
• Manage ICT assets, procurement, budgets, and reporting.
• Compile management reports and support strategic planning.

Skills

ICT governance frameworks

Programme and project management

Risk management

Financial management

Strong analytical skills

Strategic communication

Education

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

National Diploma at NQF Level 6

Degree at NQF 7

Tools

ITIL certification

ITSM certification

Job description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

• Reference Number : REFS/034983
• Directorate : INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements

• A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent to matric and a relevant National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Information Communication and Technology or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A Degree at NQF 7 will be an added advantage.
• ITIL and ITSM certification.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory level, in information Communication and Technology.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies: Knowledge of ICT governance frameworks, COBIT, risk management and audit processes.
• Programme and project management skills.
• Financial and human resource management skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic and communication skills.

Duties

• Oversee development, maintenance and security of ICT systems and infrastructure, including LMIS, College website and learning and teaching platforms.
• Manage ICT governance frameworks, policies, audits and risk registers.
• Coordinate ICT operations, service delivery and service provider agreements.
• Manage ICT assets, procurement, budgets and reporting.
• Manage staff performance, leave administration, discipline and development.
• Compile management reports and participate in strategic planning processes.

Notes

Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. 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, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). 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 : Gauteng College of Nursing (Krugersdorp)

Closing Date : 16-01-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent to matric and a relevant National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Information Communication and Technology or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA?

Do you have an ITIL and ITSM certification and A minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory level, in information Communication and Technology?

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.