
Assistant Director: Information And Communication Technology (ICT)
The Department of Higher Education And Training is looking for a Assistant Director: Information And Communication Technology (ICT). This is a permanent role based in Gauteng Department Of Health.
Source: DPSA Circular 40 of 2026Post 40/42, page 44
- Reference number
- EEC-ICTP-10-01/2026 Permanent
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng Department Of Health
- Closing date
- 20 November 2026
- Job level
- 09
- Centre
- Ekurhuleni East TVET College
- Directorate
- Technical And Vocational Education and Training
What you will need
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge of computer hardware, software and programmes.
- Knowledge of policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges including knowledge of the annual reporting requirements by the Higher Education Institutions, Knowledge and understanding of Corporate ICT principles, Knowledge and understanding of the monitoring of performance management system, Knowledge and understanding of the ICT policies and relevant legislation.
- Administer computer hardware, software and network, Administrative, Planning and organising, financial management, Report writing, Communication and interpersonal, Problem solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, Project management, Team leadership, Planning and organising, People management.
- Client service focus, integrity, Committed, Proactive, loyal.
Experience
An appropriate Grade 12 / Matric Certificate, an appropriate 3-year Diploma / Bachelor’s degree (NQF 6) in Information Technology or related qualification, 3-5 years working experience in IT environment.
Driver's licence
A valid driver’s licence.
Key responsibilities
- Development, review and monitor the implementation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) policies
- Conduct research regarding national and provincial policy framework, legislation, collective agreements, internet, relevant readings etc.
- Ensure consultation process of draft policies with all relevant stakeholders, ensure that all new ICT policies are communicated to all staff.
- Ensure the development, establishment of appropriate E-governance and ICT policies, frameworks and standards.
- Implement, enforce, and ensure adherence of IT policies and procedures to all campuses.
- Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management.
- Information System Management
- Administer and monitor IT Security and Electronic access, establish systems to safeguard hardware and data, Perform system backups.
- Network Management and Maintenance
- Research and develop specifications for LAN and WAN technologies according to the college’s requirements, Procure LAN and WAN technologies, Distribute LAN and WAN access to students and staff according to college policy and needs, Set-up, manage and maintain WAN, LAN, E-mail and internet connections to all the colleges.
- Troubleshooting, resolving and documenting all ICT related issues.
- ICT software and hardware Maintenance
- Research and develop plans for software and hardware products required for technologies and systems which will enable the college’s core business, support functions and programmes, Advice on Procurement of college software and hardware according to the college’s needs, Distribute software and hardware for use by students and staff according to the college’s policy and needs, Maintain and monitor the software and hardware system, reports on redundant hardware and software and advises on updating.
- Keep up to date with the latest developments of hardware and software in education.
- Manage all licensing of software that the college is using and ensure that they are valid and appropriate.
- Provision of intranet and network services
- Assist with the procurement of intranet and internet products and services according to the college’s needs.
- Ensure access of intranet and internet in the colleges.
- Ensure that the college website is continuously updated with current information.
- Management of all Human, Financial and other resources of the unit.
- Comply with Department of Higher Education & Training (DHET) and College Policies and Procedures. 45
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
must be submitted to [email protected] OR hand delivered at Ekurhuleni East TVET College: Central Office, Sam Ngema Road, Kwa – Thema. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Assistant Director: Human Resource Management & Development. Ekurhuleni East TVET College, Sam Ngema Road, Kwa - Thema or Posted to Private Bag X52, Springs, 1560
- Email: [email protected]
- Enquiries: Ms. LK Boikhutso
- Telephone: (011) 730 6600
Please note
- Applications must be submitted on Z83 Form Obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents and must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive cv (with three contactable references). a Fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered.
- A user guide and ‘how to’ videos will assist in how to complete for the form and digital signature.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in term s of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
- The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance.
- If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
- Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification).
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. “DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action.
- The appointment will be done in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan.
- Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
- It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation.
- 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.
- Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

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