Chief Director: Information Communication Technology at Department of Higher Education and Training

REF NO: DHET 07/09/2025

R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive remuneration package)

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate NQF level 7 in the field of Computer Science/ Information Technology Management/Software engineering or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of 5 years at senior managerial level with 10 years management experience within an ICT environment. Management experience in implementing Corporate Governance of ICT and management of Cyber Security or security system engineering.
• Successful completion of a Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Service Pre-entry Programme.
• Experience in the development and implementation of ICT business Continuity will be an added advantage. Expert knowledge of ICT as an enabling tool for system development, ICT Security,
• ICT Infrastructure and network, business, system analysis, Architecture and frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of IT solution development and integration, user interface design and digital automation.
• Sound Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of government wide Enterprise Architecture and business systems.
• Knowledge of ICT strategic and operational planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Knowledge of IT Security systems and infrastructure systems. ICT project Management and Change Management.
• Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project management, Financial Management, Change Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving & Analysis, People Management & Empowerment, Client Orientation & Customer Care, Excellent business analytical and problem-solving skills.

DUTIES :

• Facilitate the alignment of ICT strategy to overall Departmental strategy and business goals.
• Provide Information management and oversee knowledge and records management. Facilitate design, drive, review and implementation of ICT governance framework, systems, policies, standards, principles and procedures.
• Facilitate ICT Infrastructure in relation to serves, networks, storage, telecoms, data Centre, backups, data recovery, connectivity and security to ensure optimal service and security as per government and departmental requirements.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of business applications strategy.
• Facilitate the development, implementation of ICT strategic and operational deliverables.
• Facilitate efficient ICT Security measures. ICT Risk management and champion ICT audit standards compliance.
• Facilitate the implementation of the design solution deployment strategy and ensure approved applications comply with established architecture standards.
• Manage the effectiveness of the disaster recovery process and ensure integration with departmental business continuity planning

CLOSING DATE : 22 September 2025