Assistant Director: Information Technology

Department of Higher Education and Training

Location
Mthatha, Eastern Cape
Salary (as advertised)
R487 197 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This is a re-advertisement for a permanent Assistant Director position within the Department of Higher Education and Training, specifically at King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College, Administration Centre in Mthatha. The role (reference KSD ASDIT 09/2026) is for an Information Technology professional, offering a salary of R487 197 per annum (Level 09) under a PERSAL appointment. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Developing, reviewing, and monitoring the implementation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) policies. * Conducting research related to national and provincial policy frameworks, legislation, collective agreements, and relevant readings. * Ensuring consultation processes for draft policies with all relevant stakeholders. * Workshopping all new ICT policies to staff. * Ensuring the development and establishment of appropriate E-governance and ICT policies, frameworks, and standards. * Implementing, enforcing, and ensuring adherence to IT policies and procedures across all campuses. * Establishing appropriate policies and processes for risk management. * Managing information systems, including administering and monitoring IT Security and Electronic access. * Establishing systems to safeguard hardware and data, and performing system backups. * Managing and maintaining networks, including researching and developing specifications for LAN and WAN technologies based on college requirements. * Procuring LAN and WAN technologies. * Distributing LAN and WAN access to students and staff according to college policy and needs. * Setting up, managing, and maintaining WAN, LAN, E-mail, and internet connections for all colleges. * Troubleshooting, resolving, and documenting all ICT-related issues. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Senior Certificate/Grade12/STD 10 or NCV level 4. * A relevant National Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or an IT-related qualification. * A minimum of 3-5 years working experience in an IT environment. * Three (3) years supervisory/management experience. * A valid driver’s licence. * Knowledge of computer hardware, software, and programmes. * Knowledge of policies and the governance environment of TVET Colleges, including knowledge of annual reporting requirements by Higher Education Institutions. * Knowledge and understanding of Corporate ICT principles and understanding of monitoring performance management systems. * Administer computer hardware, software, and network skills. * Administrative, planning, and organising skills. * Financial management, Report writing, Communication, and Interpersonal problem-solving skills. * Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, and Project management skills. * Team leadership, People management, Planning, and Organising skills. **Who should apply** This role is suited for experienced IT professionals with a relevant National Diploma (NQF6) and at least 3-5 years in an IT environment, including 3 years of supervisory or management experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, networking, and ICT policies, particularly within the TVET College governance framework. They should demonstrate robust administrative, planning, financial management, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with an analytical and client-oriented approach. **Deadline** 16 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-higher-education-and-training-vacancies-6#spani-ref-ksd-asdit-09-2026 Source: govpage

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At a glance

  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • Project management
  • Driver's licence

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Job description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: KSD ASDIT 09/2026 Nature of post: Permanent (PERSAL) Re-advertisement SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09) CENTRE : King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College, Administration Centre, Mthatha REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate/Grade12/STD 10 or NCV level 4. A relevant National Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or IT related qualification. A minimum of 3-5 years working experience in IT environment. Three (3) years supervisory/ management experience. A valid driver’s licence. A knowledge of computer hardware, software and programmes. A Knowledge of policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges including knowledge of the annual reporting requirements by the Higher Education Institutions. A knowledge and understanding of Corporate ICT principle and understanding of the monitoring of performance management system. Administer computer hardware, software and network skills. Administrative, planning and organising. Financial management, Reporting writing, Communication and Interpersonal problem solving skills. Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented and project management. Team leadership, People management, Planning and organising skills. DUTIES : Development, review and monitor the implementation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) policies. Conduct research regarding national and provincial policy framework, legislation, collective agreements, internet, relevant readings etc. Ensure consultation process of draft policies with all relevant stakeholders. Ensure that all new ICT policies are work shopped to all staff. Ensure the development, establishment of appropriate E-governance and ICT policies, frameworks and standards. Implement, enforce and ensure adherence of IT policies and procedures to all campuses. Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management. Information System Management, Administer and monitor IT Security and Electronic access. Establish systems to safeguard hardware and data, Perform system backups. Network Management and Maintenance, Research and develop specifications for (Local Area Network& Wide Area Network) LAN and WAN technologies according to the college’s requirements. Procure LAN and WAN technologies. Distribute LAN and WAN access to students and staff according to the college policy and needs. Set-up, manage and maintain WAN, LAN, E-mail and internet connections to all the colleges, Troubleshooting, resolving and documenting all ICT related issues. ENQUIRIES : Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031 APPLICATIONS : Email address: asdit0926@ksdtvet.edu.za NOTE : Instructions to applicants: The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three(3)contactable references(email address and contact number), Only shortlisted candidates will submit qualifications, identity documents, qualifications and all other relevant documents like driver’s licence when shortlisted The college has the right to withdraw and/or amend adverts for post(s) and retains the right not to fill the post(s) as determined by the delegated authority. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that their applications reach the college on or before the closing date. Applications received after the closing date will under no circumstances be considered. Applicants are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency or skills test, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on post’s technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. According to Section 32B (3) of National Qualifications Framework Act No.67 of 2008, it is unlawful to falsely or fraudulently claim to have a qualification or part qualification registered on the NQF or awarded by educational institution, a skills development provider, a quality council or a recognised foreign institution. The HOD in the relevant Department shall report such violations to the (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to qualifications and citizen verification; criminal records and financial/assets record checks. Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 90 days should consider their applications unsuccessful. Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions CLOSING DATE : 16 October 2026

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