ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Department of Higher Education and Training

Reference number: GTC2026/09
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09), plus benefits
Centre: Central Office
Province: Free State
Closing date: 20 November 2026
Circular: No 39 of 2026

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Requirements

Incumbent should have senior Certificate/Grade12 or NCV Certificate (level 4) plus a recognised 3-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) 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 and understanding 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, financial management, communication and interpersonal, planning and organising and team leadership.

Duties

Development, review and monitor the implementation of information communication technology (ICT) policies: 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. Information system management: Administer and monitor IT security and electronic access, establish systems to safeguard hardware and data, Perform system backup. Network Management and Maintenance: 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. ICT software and hardware maintenance: Research and develop plans for software and hardware products required technologies and system which enables the colleges core business, support functions and programs, Advice on procurement of college software and hardware according to the college’s needs, distribute software and hardware for use by students and staff according to college’s needs, 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. Provisions of intranet and networks services: assist with the procurement of intranet and internet product and services according to the college’s needs, ensure access of intranet and internet in the college, ensure that the college website is continuously updated with current information. Management of human, Financial and other resources of the unit.

Where to send your application

Applications must be forwarded to: recruit@goldfieldstvet.edu.za Please quote the relevant reference number for each post in the email subject line to ensure easy identification and tracking.

Enquiries

Mr MPW Pinkoane Tel No: (057) 910 6000

Note

Goldfields TVET College invites suitable candidates to apply for the following external college vacancy: Free State province. A completed New Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV (inclusive of three contactable referees and contact details). Shortlisted candidates will be requested to bring certified copies of their qualifications and identity document on the day of the interviews. Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for. Candidates who apply for more than one post should complete a separate application form for each post. Applications received after the closing date as well as faxed applications will Not be considered. shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification, and employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection. Panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The College reserves the right not to make appointments, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive any response within three months after closing date of this advertisement, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful. Note: All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. Goldfields College is an equal opportunity employer.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 30 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 October 2026.