DIRECTOR: INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Department of Environment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,186,000 - 1,449,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Environment is seeking a Director of Information Communication Technology at Head Office in Johannesburg. The role leads infrastructure, governance, security and digitisation initiatives, delivering reliable ICT services and strategic plans aligned to department objectives.

The ideal candidate has extensive ICT management experience, a strong grasp of governance frameworks (COBIT/ITIL/ISO), and the ability to drive service delivery, data analytics and transformation projects across

Qualifications

• Matric and undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in ICT/CS or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at middle or senior management in ICT management.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage infrastructure and operational support services.
• Oversee desktop, server, network, and telecommunication services.
• Drive ICT governance, policy frameworks and security practices.
• Lead ICT projects and digitisation initiatives across the department.
• Oversee budget, resources, and performance of the directorate.

Skills

IT governance

Project management

Data analytics

Disaster recovery

SDLC

IT security

COBIT

ITIL

ISO

Budget management

Education

Matric + Undergraduate (NQF Level 7)

Job description

DIRECTOR: INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

• Reference Number : refs/050137
• Directorate : INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R1 317 384.00 per annum (All-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to the individual’s needs).

Requirements :

• Matric plus undergraduate (NQF Level 7) in ICT / InformationCommunication Technology / Computer Science / or a relevant ICT-related field asrecognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior managementlevel 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 GovernanceFramework, Internal and External Audits, ICT Risk Management, ICT strategy development,Operational plans Implementation and general administration duties, practices as well asthe ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics. ManagerialCompetencies: Visionary leadership, change management, planning and organising,financial management, people management and development, project management,service delivery innovation. Generic Competencies: Business acumen, customermanagement, results/quality management, analytical thinking, decision making,innovation and creativity. Technical Competencies: Knowledge of System Development LifeCycle, ICT security management, project management, risk management, database designand 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 andstandards (CobIT, ITIL, ISO etc. Business Analysis, Innovative development technologies,DBMS technologies, Project management skills, Information and data Security. Riskassessment and mitigation, Disaster recovery technologies.

Duties :

• Manage the provision of infrastructure and operational support services. Manage theprovision of desktop support services to the Department. Manage the provision of supportand maintenance of the servers. Manage the provision of support and maintenance of allthe networks. Manage the provision of support and coordination of departmentaltelecommunication services (telephony, video conferencing etc.). Manage innovativebusiness solutions, development and implementation. Manage the automation anddigitization of information and business processes. Manage ICT projects. Manage theprovision of reliable, secured, quality information and data analytics through integration ofbusiness solutions. Develop and ensure implementation, maintenance, training and providesupport business applications. Manage and implement ICT governance and policyframeworks. Provide ICT service management and manage ICT projects. Develop andensure implementation of ICT policy and ICT security. Develop and facilitate theimplementation 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 thedirectorate. Develop business/ strategic plan for the directorate and align it with ChiefDirectorate and ensure implementation thereof. Oversee the development andimplementation of operational plans for the directorate. Develop and coordinate a servicedelivery improvement plan. Manage resources (Human, Financial, Assets). Manage andensure proper implementation of budget by monitoring, projection and reporting ofexpenditure. Consolidate budget and ensure proper spending in line with strategicobjectives. Ensure optimal utilization and functionality of equipment/ assets. Evaluate andmonitor performance of employees to ensure achievement of Directorate strategic goal.Manage the development of employees in the directorate. Enhance and maintain employeemotivation

Notes :

• Department of Environment is an equal opportunity employer and intends to promote equity through filling of these posts. Candidates whose appointment / promotion will promote the achievement of employment equity within the department will receive preference, in particular designated groups (coloured’s, Indians, whites and persons with disability.

Employer : Department of Environment

Location : Johannesburg (Head Office)

Closing Date : 24-08-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have Matric plus undergraduate (NQF Level 7) in ICT / Information Communication Technology / Computer Science / or a relevant ICT-related field as recognised by SAQA.

Do you have A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior management level in ICT management environment.

Do you have a Valid driver’s licence.

Have you successfully completed the Senior Management Pre-Entry programme(Nyukela).

Please Notes :

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