City Of Johannesburg Metro Vacancies - Vacancy Circular: 082/2026: Health

CITY OF JOHANNESBURG METRO WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: PERMANENT POSITION: ·       DEPUTY DIRECTOR: IT SYSTEMS APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ·       Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). ·       Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process. ·       You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy. ·       Applicants with membership to professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date. ·       If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required. ·       Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions. DISCLAIMER ·       The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website. ·       The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal-opportunity employer. ·       By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. ·       However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgment of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment. ·       The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss, or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website. ·       The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. ·       Applications, which have not been responded to within 6 weeks of closing date, should be regarded as unsuccessful ·       Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application. DEPUTY DIRECTOR: IT SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT:Health BRANCH: Integrated Health Policy, Planning & Research (IPPR) DESIGNATION: Deputy Director: IT Systems REMUNERATION:R91 242.64 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) LOCATION:Central Minimum Requirements: ·       Grade 12 plus a Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems (Information and Communication Technology) or any related qualification (NQF level 7); ·       8 year’s work experience with at least 5 years in a supervisory/managerial capacity; ·       Three (3) years’ experience Project Management/Project Officer/ITSupport position; ·       Experience in Information Technology within the healthcare sector will be an added advantage ·       Valid Driver’s license; Primary Function: To direct and manage the team within the Sub-Unit regarding the performance and result indicatorsassociated with the provision of Information Technology systems and eHealth Infrastructure Development and Maintenance in the Health Department. Manage and coordinate the implementation of IT systems and eHealth Infrastructure Development and Maintenance. Facilitate the Information Technology training and change management in the department. Establish and maintain good working relations with the various internal and external stakeholders, including the departmental staff members, City’s departments and entities, spheres of government and service providers. Key Performance Areas: ·       Manage the implementation of appropriate IT-related strategies, business plans and health strategic imperatives of the Municipality; ·       Manage the implementation of IT and other systems in Health, including innovative eHealth Technologies that encompass electronic information record system(s); ·       Manage and monitor the ongoing operational running of IT and other systems in Health, including innovative eHealth Technologies that encompass electronic information record system(s); ·       Manage and monitor the ongoing operational running of IT and other systems in Health, including innovative eHealth Technologies that encompass electronic information record system(s); ·       Lead and direct staff within the Sub-Unit so that they are able to achieve the objectives set for them, as well as defining/adjusting the role boundaries, workflow processes and job design against laid down service delivery requirements; ·       Perform general duties and render support to the executive management; ·       To promote accountability of employees and organizations in using resources and ensuring that implementation of objectives is met. To achieve required compliance by management unit to City PMS policy and other prescripts. Leading Competencies: ·       Advanced Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel); ·       Good communication skills; ·       Coordinating skills; ·       Problem solving/troubleshooting; ·       Analytical thinking; ·       Teamwork; ·       Relationship management; ·       Ability to translate complex ideas for non-tech staff/clients. Core Competencies: ·       Knowledge of Project Management Professional or Programme Management Professional or Prince 2 Practitioner or Prince 2 Programme Management Practitioner; ·       Knowledge of servers, databases, desktops/laptops, PCs, peripherals, networks and the corporate web computing environment; ·       Knowledge of training processes. “All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.” Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: TIPS FOR CANDIDATES -https://joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/2026-Vacancies/Tips-For-Job-Applicants.aspx https://share.hsforms.com/1lhNFz2HTSJiztrgBpIdwWQ469tl APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK:www.joburg.org.za ENQUIRIES ONLY: Contact Person: Nonhle Mngadi Email Address:NonhleMn@joburg.org.za(The contact email address provided in this advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVS, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, 14 OCTOBER 2026 Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: ·       Credit Record, ·       CV validation, ·       Employment record verification, ·       Criminal check, ·       Identity validation.