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Deputy Director: Ict Governance

Department of Public Service and Administration
Pretoria, GautengR932 292 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R1 098 195 per annum is possible, subjected to satisfactory performance. The all-inclusive remunerative package consists of basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured according to personal needs within a framework.ICTCloses 18 August 2026

About this role

POST 27/69 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ICT GOVERNANCE REF NO: DPSA 14/2026

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive remuneration package).

Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R1 098 195 per annum is

possible, subjected to satisfactory performance. The all-inclusive remunerative

package consists of basic salary (70% of the total remuneration package), the

State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic

salary) and a flexible portion that may be structured according to personal

needs within a framework.

CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate, a minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Information

Communication Technology (ICT) as recognised by SAQA. Minimum 8 years’

experience in an ICT environment. Knowledge of the Constitution of the

Republic of South Africa and knowledge of the government legislation

framework. Knowledge of public service legislative and policy frameworks.

knowledge of government programmes such as the National Development

Plan. Knowledge of the key strategic priorities of government. A sound

understanding of ICT management and operations and an understanding of

governance of ICT. Understanding of business and ICT alignment planning and

its implementation. Understanding of Enterprise Architecture. Understanding of

change control and management and understanding of emerging technologies.

Analysis, development, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of ICT

policies, norms, standards, controls, frameworks and related means and

mechanisms. Problem solving and analysis, planning and organising, team

leadership, financial management, change management, communication and

coordination, stakeholder management and service delivery innovation. Job

knowledge, acceptance of responsibility, quality of work, reliability, initiative,

good interpersonal relations, planning and execution, facilitation, ethical

conduct, adaptability, flexibility, confidentiality, presentation and report writing.

DUTIES : Develop and implement prescripts on ICT Governance. Conduct research for

the development of ICT prescripts. Provide implementation support to

departments. Draft audits or assessments of ICT governance systems

conducted within departments. Provide technical support and advice as

required. Provide capacity building and/or make contributions to the

development of capacity development programmes by the relevant institutions.

Monitor implementation and compliance. Conduct evaluation and impact

studies as required. Provide support in all operations, systems, and processes

of the directorate. Draft information and advice for the MPSA, Cabinet,

Parliament and other internal and external stakeholders.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. Zaid Aboobaker Tel No: (012) 336 1059.

APPLICATIONS : quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko.

Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and

Administration, Private Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond

Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia

0083, or emailed. E-mail your application to Advert142026@dpsa.gov.za

Requirements

A Senior Certificate, a minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Information Communication Technology (ICT) as recognised by SAQA. Minimum 8 years’ experience in an ICT environment. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and knowledge of the government legislation framework. Knowledge of public service legislative and policy frameworks. knowledge of government programmes such as the National Development Plan. Knowledge of the key strategic priorities of government. A sound understanding of ICT management and operations and an understanding of governance of ICT. Understanding of business and ICT alignment planning and its implementation. Understanding of Enterprise Architecture. Understanding of change control and management and understanding of emerging technologies. Analysis, development, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of ICT policies, norms, standards, controls, frameworks and related means and mechanisms. Problem solving and analysis, planning and organising, team leadership, financial management, change management, communication and coordination, stakeholder management and service delivery innovation. Job knowledge, acceptance of responsibility, quality of work, reliability, initiative, good interpersonal relations, planning and execution, facilitation, ethical conduct, adaptability, flexibility, confidentiality, presentation and report writing.

Duties

Develop and implement prescripts on ICT Governance. Conduct research for the development of ICT prescripts. Provide implementation support to departments. Draft audits or assessments of ICT governance systems conducted within departments. Provide technical support and advice as required. Provide capacity building and/or make contributions to the development of capacity development programmes by the relevant institutions. Monitor implementation and compliance. Conduct evaluation and impact studies as required. Provide support in all operations, systems, and processes of the directorate. Draft information and advice for the MPSA, Cabinet, Parliament and other internal and external stakeholders.

How to apply

quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko. Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083, or emailed. E-mail your application to Advert142026@dpsa.gov.za Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/.’’From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered”, a recent comprehensive CV; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated); Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents, all non- SA citizens must attach a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizenship verification, financial records, qualification verification and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS

Applications: Advert142026@dpsa.gov.za