North West Government Seeks ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
| Job Title | ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY |
| Company | DPSA |
| Job Reference | 3/1/1/1/2026/50 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Location | Potchefstroom, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-10T19:00 |
| Closing Date | 2026-06-22T20:59 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 320147 - 487197 per year |
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY - Job Description
Introduction
To apply in North West Government Seeks ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc), where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications.
Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre entry programmed offered by the National School of Government (NSG).
Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry programmed/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programmed: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview, the selection committee will recommend candidates for a generic management competency assessment, as per the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) directives.
The assessment will evaluate candidates' managerial competencies using standardized tools. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post.
Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganization of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re advertise the post at any time in the future.
Important:
DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting retrospectivity and affirmative action.
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests.
All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Control Survey Technician with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/45 for the Directorate: Coordination of State and Land Reform Surveys: Gauteng (Pretoria) that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 18 dated 29 May 2026 has reference.
The Reference number was incorrectly stated; the correct reference number is 3/1/1/1/2026/46. The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused
Responsibilities
Provide Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) support.
Check connectivity on transversal and business application systems. Report
on the functionality of the systems.
Monitor systems reconnections. Manage,
assess and resolve network infrastructure connectivity (Switches, Routers and
Access Points (AP's)). Receive new user creation forms from users and submit
for creation on departmental network. Provide feedback on new user creations.
Process and submit user network terminations as received from Human
Resource Management (HRM).
Compile monthly Information Technology (IT)
reports. Manage and maintain ICT servers and applications. Monitor and
assess server environment and access control. Ensure server and connection
issues are assessed and resolved satisfactorily. Report and manage escalation
of server room issues for smooth resolutions. Facilitate, install and update of
ICT Application, e.g., Antivirus, etc. Scan and clean computers for viruses.
Scan and remove unwanted/unapproved applications.
Setup, configure and
connection of IT applications. Manage and monitor Network and Hardware
support to business/users via ICT Call logging process. Attend and manage
user workstation ICT logged calls (allocation, resolution, resolution update) in
respect of hardware, software and network in context to the Service Level
Agreement (SLA) timelines. Generate call management reports. Review and
implement corrective actions on calls/processes.
Participate in central ICT
projects of rolling out new initiatives in departmental offices across the
province. Conduct ICT business needs and equipment assessment report with
related recommendations on resolutions/specification.
Supervise and manage.
Manage the day-to-day operations.
Manage staff subordinates' work allocation
and leave.
Ensure that calls are resolved and closed within the stipulated SLA
time frame.
Manage National Office / Provincial ICT projects and provide
project status updates
Required Qualifications
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12
Certificate and National Diploma (NQF level 6) / Degree qualification in
Information Technology / Computer Science or related equivalent qualification.
Minimum of 3 years' experience at junior management level in ICT environment
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relating to Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN), ICT
servers and applications, Network and Hardware support.
Job-related
knowledge: Government Systems Structure. A sound knowledge and
understanding of the South African ICT landscape and operations.
Technical
expertise of ICT goods and services. ICT Acts and policies. Government
decision-making processes.
Internal control and risk management. Project
management principles and tools.
Understanding and management of
information and formal reporting systems. Understanding and management of
information and data security systems.
Job-related skills:
Planning and
organizing. Interpersonal relations. Communication (verbal and written).
Analytical. Advanced computer literacy. Problem solving. Financial
management. A valid driver's license.
Job Benefits and Perks
Directorate: Corporate Services
R487 197 per annum (Level 09
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Coner
James Moroka and Sekame Drive, West Gallery, Megacity, Mmabatho, 2735
or by email to Post50@dlrrd.gov.za