This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
CHIEF DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Office of the Premier
- Reference number
- CD/PGITO/2026
- Salary
- R1 554 696.per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive salary package)
- Centre
- Kimberley
- Province
- Northern Cape
- Closing date
- 10 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of a recognised Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/ Computer Science/Information Systems (NQF Level 7), coupled with a minimum of five (5) years relevant experience, at Senior Management (SMS) level, within an Information Technology environment, with a proven track record in project and contract management. The Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme is required and no appointment shall be finalized without the relevant candidate producing the pre-entry certificate for SMS (Nyukela Certificate). A valid driver’s licence is essential. Competencies: The following key competencies and skills are required for the position: Knowledge of the latest advances in public management theory and practice, Public Service regulatory framework; Knowledge of Government-wide Enterprise Architecture framework (GWEA), ITIL, COBIT; Knowledge of policy and strategy development and planning, for implementation within a government environment, Knowledge of Information Technology Service Management (ITSM); Understanding of Corporate Governance of ICT; Know-how on digital transformation and Strategic ICT leadership; Understanding of digital governance, data analytics and Cyber security; Programme and Project Management, Contract Management, Change and Knowledge Management, Financial Management; Excellent management communication and interpersonal skills; Strong leadership and organisational skills; Negotiation, influencing, collaboration and partnership building; Problem solving and analytical skills Ability to leverage information and technology in business model design, business process re-engineering, products and services development; Logical and creative thinker, able to create synergies across the Province, to enable cost-effective and innovative shared solutions, geared towards achievement of organisational goals and improve government performance.
Duties
Key Responsibilities: Manage ICT Infrastructure and operation within the Northern Cape Provincial Government; Develop and implement the provincial ICT infrastructure strategy to ensure reliable, secure and scalable ICT services; Lead the planning and rollout of infrastructure renewal, upgrades, and lifecycle management in alignment with GWEA and ITSM best practices; Develop disaster recovery and ICT continuity plans for provincial systems and ensure regular testing; Manage and coordinate Information Security services; Develop and implement the Provincial Information Security Framework aligned to national cyber security standards and DPSA prescripts; Oversee information security risk assessments and ensure mitigation plans across provincial departments; Establish policies and guidelines governing data governance, access control, information classification, and privacy compliance; Manage and coordinate the transversal GITO and Governance Services; Coordinate implementation of the Government wide Enterprise Architecture (GWEA) across provincial departments; Provide governance leadership on ICT planning, policy development and ICT alignment to departmental APPs and Ops; Oversee monitoring and reporting on transversal ICT projects and ensuring alignment to government priorities; Manage, coordinate and facilitate the provisioning of government information and services to communities; Lead the development of digital government platforms and e services for public access; Oversee the rollout and support of community ICT access points (Thusong Centres, community Wi-Fi, mobile service technologies); Facilitate partnerships with municipalities, private sector and academic institutions to expand digital inclusion; Drive digital transformation programmes to improve citizen centric service delivery; Implement communication and outreach strategies to improve public awareness and uptake of digital government services; The overall management of the Chief Directorate; Manage the Chief Directorate’s budget, ensuring expenditure aligns with PFMA and strategic priorities; Provide strategic leadership, oversight and coordination across all components; Foster stakeholder relations with other departments, DPSA, academic institutions and private sector partners.
Where to send your application
Email applications to: PGITS2026@ncpg.gov.za 269
Enquiries
Ms. M. Tlaletsi Tel No: 053 030 0625
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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