Director of Information Technology Vacancy at Office of the Presindent South Africa

The Presidency is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance.

Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (obtainable from any Government institution), accompanied by certified copies of qualifications with proof of academic records, as well as a comprehensive CV and a copy of ID. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have his/her foreign qualification(s) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. Due to the high volume of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. No faxed or e-mailed applications will be considered.

Candidates for the level 13 & 14 posts above will be subject to competency assessments prior to appointment. On assumption of duty, they will have to enter into performance contract and submit a Financial Disclosure on an annual basis.

Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number, to: The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria 0001 OR hand-deliver at 535 Proes Street, Pretoria, for the attention of Ms M Makgae.

Closing date: 18 March 2011 @ 16:30

Salary: An all-inclusive remuneration package of R685 200 per annum which consist of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules (Level 13)

Pretoria

Requirements: An appropriate post graduate qualification in Information Systems / Technology, A Masters Degree will serve as an added advantage. A minimum of six years experience in managing / directing IT operations. Extensive technical expertise in Information Technology, including IT service desk, networks, datacenters and related policies. Excellent people management skills, client orientation and customer and service delivery focus. Programme management with a service delivery orientation and effective budget management, well developed interpersonal relationship at all levels, communication and documentation skills. Sound knowledge of Government’s budgeting and procurement processes and the Public Finance Management Act. Knowledge of integrated Document Management Systems and relational databases.

Duties: Align the Presidency’s Information Management and Technology strategy with the strategic direction of the Department. Management plans and business processes: Manage and direct the operations of directorate, its strategic plan and budget. Create a secure and stable network infrastructure aligned with the requirements from the office. Manage Service Level agreements with SITA and other entities. Ensure the implementation of the IT strategic plan and maintain disaster recovery plan. Evaluate, investigate and apply new technologies to enhance Information Technology within The Presidency. Serve on project teams and related forums. Manage the Integrated Document Management System and other IT systems and staff. Direct the preparation and implementation of policies, procedures and standards relating to Information Technology. Create an enabling environment for other managers to perform their functions more effectively and efficiently.

Enquiries: Mr. T Motsepe Tel: (012) 300-5869