Deputy Director: ICT Data Governance, Risk and Compliance at Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT)

REQUIREMENTS 

• An appropriate NQF level 6 qualification in Information Technology / Computer Science / Electronic Engineering or relevant equivalent qualification as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience ofs which three (3) years should be at an Assistant Director / middle managerial level or equivalent working experience in Information Communication Technology, Digital Government or Digital Transformation environment. 

DUTIES 

• The purpose of the post is to support the implementation of data governance frameworks, policies, and standards by coordinating operational data management activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and enabling secure and ethical use of government digital data assets in support of digital government and digital transformation. The successful candidate will support the rollout, operationalisation, and continuous improvement of data governance frameworks, including master data management, metadata, and data catalogue implementation. Monitor and evaluate data quality, integrity, and security across ICT systems, ensuring timely identification and resolution of risks or non-compliance issues.
• Promote and apply digital government principles (openness, transparency, citizencentricity, and interoperability) in all data-related initiatives and systems. Support in monitoring adherence to relevant legislation (e.g., POPIA, PFMA, and ICT regulations) and industry standards for data protection, retention, and ethical use. Contribute to building institutional capacity in data governance and support initiatives to strengthen interoperability of systems across the department and SOEs. Ensure departmental adherence to data protection regulations and support the enforcement of national and international standards on data governance and cybersecurity. Lead the technical and governance aspects of implementing and monitoring the digital transformation roadmap’s data exchanger and related MOSIP integration projects.
• Provide input and technical support in the oversight of related DCDT State-Owned Entities (SOEs), ensuring alignment with departmental data governance, compliance and integration standards. Identify and report emerging risks in data governance, security, and compliance, and recommend corrective or preventative actions to senior management. Contributing to key result areas such as project management, manage financial resources, driving change and operational excellence and manage compliance.