POST 25/465 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFORMATION COMMUNICATION &
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office (Polokwane)
REQUIREMENTS : Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Information Technology,
Computer Science, Informatics or equivalent qualification related to the field as
recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in
Information Communication & Technology System at salary level 7/8. A valid
driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities). Knowledge And Skills:
Knowledge: Microsoft exchange and office suites, networks, switches, cabling
and wireless devices, legislation and policies governing ICT in South Africa,
international standards pertaining to ICT, information management and SITA
services. Skills: Problem solving and analysis, decision making, team
leadership, creativity, financial management, customer focus and
responsiveness, communication, computer skills, people management, conflict
management, planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Render ICT infrastructure services: Installation and configuration of computers,
laptops and printers, provide 1st line support to all users in conjunction with
contracted service providers, maintenance of computer equipment, serves,
storage, server environment controls and network apparatus, take charge of
any new projects that pertain to IT, process orders for the directorate and
process invoices for the directorate. Update anti-virus software, standardize
desktop software and server updates: Update anti-virus software, update
software and patches on server infrastructure, update user’s software to the
recommended and prescribed software, re-install any software that is corrupt,
install all new additional software and maintain the software in general. Manage
and maintain network: Deploy and monitor switches, routers, security devices
including updates and firmware upgrades, manage internet bandwidth, identify
new network and wireless access point connectivity, LAN repairs, and ensure
that data cabinets are maintained with adequate space on patch panels and
ensure that DRP equipment is fully operational and fully functional at all times
Manage the development and implementation of a DRP (Disaster recovery
plan). Provide ICT assets: Identify and compile needs for new equipment’s,
compile report for equipment’s that has to be written off or replaced, provide
electronic ICT assets register, facilitate disposal of redundant ICT
infrastructure, draft specifications and process motivations for procurement
and ensure that the department gets value for money and that latest
technological equipment and peripherals purchased. Human Resource
Management: Advice business units for budget on ICT services, management
of the unit’s staff, report on the utilization of equipment’s, evaluate and monitor
performance and appraisal of subordinates, capacitate and develop
subordinates, enhance and maintain subordinate’s motivation and cultivate a
culture of performance management, facilitate discipline, provide job
description to subordinates and manage leave matters.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284
4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.