Chief Network Technologist, Ref no. DOTP 09/2026 at Western Cape Department of the Premier

Job Purpose    

• The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to implement, support and maintain networks and manages staff who is responsible for the implementation, support and maintenance of networks. The successful incumbent must be able to travel within the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Information Technology; A Minimum of 3 years experience in ICT network infrastructure management, information technology or related field; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence; NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• ICT Infrastructure Architecture, planning, Design, configuration management; ICT Operations and Maintenance management; ICT Governance: Co-ordinate and manage departmental ICT infrastructure and security policy, strategy, architectures, standards; ICT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity; ICT Program and Project management and Stakeholder Engagement; Knowledge Management: Documentation and Reporting.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of  the following: ICT Network Infrastructure (LAN, WAN, WIRELESS, Voice, etc); Mobile Data Communications and Wireless Networks; Server and storage systems; Virtual platforms (on prem and cloud base); PC, notebooks and printer (MS Operating Systems and services); Experience in the following: Network (Wired & Wireless) and related services; Voice, compute and storage infrastructure and operations, including VOIP architecture and systems and corporate IPT solutions; Industry vendor knowledge, example Cisco, Huawei, products as well as Microsoft and Linux server environments. Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Program and project management: Planning, coordination, organising; Decision making skills; Communication (verbal and written); Conflict resolution; Incident and change management.