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    Director – Information Technology x1

    • POST 31/164: Director – Information Technology
    • Reference Number: 06/2025
    • Salary: R1,266,714 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive package
    • Centre: Bloemfontein
    • Closing Date: Not Specified
    • Enquiries: Dr. Molefinyana Phera –  molefinyana.phera@fspremier.gov.za

    Job Purpose:

    To strategically lead and manage the deployment, governance, and integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) across the Free State Provincial Government, ensuring alignment with national ICT frameworks and departmental goals, while driving digital transformation and service delivery improvements.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Develop and implement the provincial ICT strategy, operational plans, and supporting policies in alignment with national frameworks

    • Ensure departmental ICT policies and strategies are aligned with business plans and national ICT norms and standards

    • Promote enterprise-wide ICT planning that supports service delivery improvement and eliminates duplication

    • Manage SITA and other vendor relationships, including Business Agreements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

    • Represent the department at national ICT forums such as GITOC (Government Information Technology Officer’s Council)

    • Create an enabling environment for the use of ICT as a strategic enabler for public service delivery

    • Drive awareness of ICT capabilities within senior management and facilitate organizational digital culture transformation

    • Provide IT support and advisory services to other provincial departments

    • Promote integration and interoperability of systems and rationalization of redundant technologies

    • Lead development of ICT infrastructure and architecture, focusing on modernisation and innovation

    • Oversee resource management including:

      • Staff performance, training, and development

      • Budgeting and procurement

      • Risk and compliance management

    • Champion knowledge management and digital transformation across the department

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Educational Qualification:

      • A recognized NQF Level 7 qualification in Information Technology / Information Management

    • Experience:

      • Minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior managerial level

    • Pre-Entry Requirement:

      • Successful completion of the SMS Pre-Entry Certificate (Nyukela) is mandatory before appointment

      • Details: NSG Pre-entry Programme

    • Other Requirements:

      • Knowledge of:

        • Public Service legislation and ICT regulations

        • ICT policy and strategic planning

        • Government IT governance frameworks and processes

        • ICT procurement and service-level management

        • Information security and systems architecture

      • Proven ability in:

        • Strategic leadership

        • Negotiation and stakeholder engagement

        • ICT infrastructure planning

        • Business and digital transformation

    Required Skills & Competencies:

    • Strategic thinking and innovation

    • ICT policy formulation and implementation

    • Systems integration and enterprise architecture

    • Leadership and staff management

    • Project and risk management

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    • Financial and resource management

    • Change management and organizational transformation

    Assessment & Appointment Conditions:

    • Appointment is subject to:

      • Completion of Nyukela SMS Pre-entry certificate

      • Signing of a Performance Agreement within 3 months of appointment

      • Disclosure of financial interests as per regulations

      • Security vetting and background checks

      • Participation in a technical assessment and subsequent managerial competency assessment using DPSA tools

    • Employment Equity will be considered in the selection process

    Application Instructions:

    • Applications must include:

      • A completed Z83 form (download at www.dpsa.gov.za)

      • A comprehensive CV only (no copies of qualifications required at this stage)

    • Applicants will be required to submit certified documents if shortlisted

    • Submit applications via the method specified by the department (details not provided in the advert – follow up with the department if needed)

    • Use the reference number 06/2025 clearly in all correspondence

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