DIRECTOR (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)

DIRECTOR REF NO: C4/23/2

Directorate: Information Technology Management

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENT AND TOURISM

SALARY: R1 162 200 – R1 365 411 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The remuneration package includes a basic (70% of packages), State contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion which can be structured according to the individuals’ personal needs.
CENTRE: Head Office: Polokwane

REQUIREMENTS:

An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) in Information Technology or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. COBIT 5 certification or ITIL Foundation certification will serve as an advantage. At least ten (10) years proven experience in Information Technology of which five (5) years must be at a middle management (MMS)/senior managerial (SMS) level. Valid driver’s license (with exception of person with disability). Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Programme and Project Management. Change Management. Financial Management. People Management and Empowerment. Knowledge Management. Problem Solving and Decision making. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication. Service delivery innovation. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge and experience in ICT Governance, ICT Risk Management and Business Continuity Planning. Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, as well as understanding of the legislative framework governing ICT in the Public Service. Experience in managing IT contracts and software licensing. Good communication (verbal and written). Financial management. Project management. Problem-solving and interpersonal relations skills. Ability to analyse and interpret financial information.

DUTIES:

Align the Department’s information management (including systems) and information technology strategy with the strategic objective, management plans and business process of the department.
Develop departmental ICT-enabler policies, standards, norms, guidelines, best practices and strategies.
Ensure measures to protect the Department from cyber security threats.
Develop partnerships and network with relevant stakeholders.
Implement effective ICT processes as a strategic resource of the business of the department.
Create an enabling environment for employees in the department to perform their functions more effectively and efficiently.
Management of the end-user experience, interaction and connectivity.

APPLICATIONS:

Direct your application quoting the relevant reference number, position and management area on the Z83 to: The Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700. Hand delivered applications may be submitted at Evridiki Towers, Registry Office, 19 Biccard Street, Office B1-73, Polokwane. Applications can also be e-mailed to pelsers@ledet.gov.za / lingenfelderl@ledet.gov.za