Assistant Director: Information Technology

Requirements

Matric/Grade12 Certificate plus a recognised 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science or a relevant qualification. A minimum of 3 to 5 years relevant work experience in the Information Technology environment of which 3 years should be on a supervisory level. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be computer literate. Competencies, Knowledge, and Skills: Knowledge of the TVET sector regulations and legislative framework. Knowledge of computer hardware, software, and programmes. Knowledge of Corporate ICT principles, ICT policies and relevant legislation, prescripts and regulations governing the TVET and Public Service sector. Should have strong administrative, planning, organising, report writing, project management, problem solving and people management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research regarding provincial and national policy framework and legislation. Conduct workshops and awareness of all new ICT policies. Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management. Administer and monitor IT security and electronic access. Establish systems to safeguard hardware and data. Research and develop specifications for Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies. Procure LAN and WAN technologies. Distribute LAN and WAN access to staff and students according to the college policy and needs. Set-up, manage and maintain LAN, WAN, email, and internet connections in the college. Troubleshooting, resolving, and documenting all ICT related issues. Research and develop plans for software and hardware products required by the college. Advice on procurement of college software and hardware. Maintain and monitor software and hardware systems, report on redundant hardware and software and advise on updating. Manage all licensing of software that the college is using and ensure that they are valid and appropriate.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Ms M Hlatshwayo/Mr P Motai Tel No: (011) 692 4004 Ext. 1010/1061/1062

Notes

All applications must be accompanied by a signed and fully completed NEW Z83 form obtainable from any public service Department or DPSA website, a comprehensive CV including at least three contactable references. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of original documents with academic records/transcripts and other relevant supporting documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR Office. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report. 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. Successful candidates will be subjected to a vetting and financial disclosure process (criminal record, citizenship, qualification verification and employment verification). People living with disability are encouraged to apply. If you have not been contacted within six months after closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Western TVET College is an equal opportunities employer and reserves the right not to fill the posts. Please ensure that the Z83 form is completed in full. Incomplete Z83 will be disqualified. CLOSING DATE : 29 May 2026 at 12:00 46