Chief Director

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Information Technology. A minimum of five (5) years experience at senior managerial level in Information Technology. Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s licence (Code 08). Computer literacy in Microsoft Software applications. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies: The incumbent of this post will report to the Head of Department Health and will be responsible to support the Head of Department and Senior Management through the establishment of sound information Management Systems and in the efficient and effective utilization of Information and Information Technology as strategic resources to inform planning, monitoring, evaluation and decision making processes. The ideal candidate must: Possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the design and development of Management Information System. Possess knowledge of Computer Programming, Information Technology, Main frame applications and Interfaces. Have the ability to operationalise Management Information System imperatives of the Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department through innovative and highly complex information system that is user friendly. Knowledge of information management and prescript. Have the ability to capitalise on human potential and to develop information management competencies at all organisational layers of the Department with a view to improve reliability of data and the utilisation of data for planning, monitoring and evaluation of programme and institutional performance. Have advance project and Contract Management skills. Have advance skills in the application of computer software packages (MS Office, Excel and Powerpoint). Have excellent verbal communication and report writing skills. NB//: The incumbent of this post will be required to possess the following skills: Risk Management skills, Monitoring and Evaluation and Financial Management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and facilities the implementation of Intergrated Management, Information Master Plan for the Department of Health to adequately support the objectives of the Strategic and Service Transformation Plans of the Department. Oversee the provisioning of fully compatible hardware and software solutions for the Department inclusive of the management of the SLA with SITA and user support services. Promote the utilisation of e-solutions in the department and the development of IT skills within the department. Develop Information Management Policies and maintain user and data security. Monitor and evaluate on a continuous basis compliance with policy system standards and norms. Represent the department at the GITO Council.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Mrs. TP Msimango Tel No: (033) 395 2589

Notes

Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialed and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. NB: For the Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS, any individual may register for the course and complete such in anticipation of wishing to apply for an SMS post in future. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entry- programme/.Individuals who have completed the course already, and who are therefore in possession of a certificate are welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit such when applying for the post prior to the closing date. However, prior to an appointment being made to any SMS post, the appointee to such a post must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. 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. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview. CLOSING DATE : 29 May 2026 OTHER POST