Director: Knowledge Management at Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport

Requirements:

• Grade 12 plus Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in Knowledge Management/ Information Science/Information Systems/ Computer Science plus a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience at Middle/Senior Management level in the related field. A valid driver’s license. Appointment is subject to the signing of a performance agreement and financial disclosure.
• Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www. thensg.gov.za/training-course/SMS-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalization of an appointment

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic leadership; policy development; programme management; financial and people management; governance; risk management; stakeholder management; communication.

DUTIES

Responsibilities:

• Manage information and records management services, including the development, implementation, monitoring and review of records and information management policies, standards and procedures. Manage information technology services, including ICT help-desk support, infrastructure and network support.
• Ensure the development and implementation of ICT policies, standards, frameworks in line with DPSA requirements. Oversee digital transformation, management of business applications, systems integration across the Department.
• Provide strategic oversight of the Department’s compliance with PAIA and POPIA. Ensure appropriate processes and controls for access to information, privacy and protection of personal information.
• Manage the provision of administrative support services and ensure effective planning, resource management, performance management and compliance within the Directorate.