Deputy Director: Network Operation and Management at City of Johannesburg

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 plus a B Degree (NQF level 7) in Public Management and /or Advanced Diploma in Information Technology.
• 7 – 9 years’ experience in local government and ICT environment resolution skills;
• Familiarity with ICT peripherals such as desktops, printers serve, storage not limited to those mentioned;
• Hands-on support and administration experience.

Primary Function:

• Plan, direct and coordinate the design, installation and connectivity of computer and network systems to ensure the stable operation of the organisations IT assets. This include developing configuring, maintaining supporting and optimizing all new and existing network hardware, software and communication links for all departments within the city as well provide solutions to the City’s MEs enterprise wide Responsible for service delivery, ensure that standards are implemented and supply quality control to ensure robust data networks. Schedule and direct the activities of a team of network. Specialists to resolve schedule and direct the activities of a team of network specialists to resolve end user hardware and software problems in a timely in a timely and accurate fashion.

Key Performance Areas:

• Strategic & Planning -Participating as member of the middle management in ICT strategy; Development, ensuring that network is considered as part strategy;
• Organising: A stable and secure LAN and WAN environment; High network uptime and performance;
• Lead and Direct: The ability to inspire and guide a team, delegate tasks effectively and make tough decisions. Develop and implement network strategies aligned with the organizational goals. Plan for future networks needs and scalability. Stay updated with the latest networking technologies and trends.
• Controlling: Comprehensive network strategies and plans. Documentation of network architecture and configurations.
• Management of network management and support team;
• Performance management.

Leading Competencies:

• Computer literacy (All Microsoft programme);
• Understanding of computer systems and integration capabilities;
• Excellent understanding of project management principles;
• Strong persuasion and negotiation skills, including conflict resolutions skills.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to adjust ad set priorities to meet deadlines;
• Ability to effectively manage staff;
• Superior understanding of the organization goal and objectives.

Deadline:18th November,2025