DIRECTOR: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Department of Health

Reference number: D: IMST 09/2026
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all inclusive)
Centre: Durban
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 5 October 2026
Circular: No 34 of 2026

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Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a Degree or NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Information Technology and Information Management Systems coupled with 5 years relevant middle/senior management experience in IT and IMS environment. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Pre-entry programmes as endorsed by NSG. A valid driver’s license. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and the interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of the Constitution of the RSA, Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, Knowledge of Promotion of Information Act, Extensive knowledge of Global Information Technology process, Knowledge of SITA Act, Knowledge of computer hardware and software, Knowledge of computer operating system, Knowledge of Archives Act, Public service knowledge of COBIT, ITLL and ISO, Knowledge of IT guidelines. Strategic Planning Skills, Computer Skills, Time Management, Analytical Skills, Technical Expertise, Facilitation Skills, Presentation Skills, Management Skills, Communication Skills, Assertiveness, Negotiation Skills, Decision Making Skills, Networking.

Duties

The successful candidate will perform the following Key Performance Areas: Ensure the provisioning of information technology services, equipment and software programs in the department; Ensure the provision of information system requirements in the department; Ensure the provision of information management support services in the department; Establish and maintain information resource centre in the department; Manage effective and efficient utilisation of human and financial resources of the directorate.

Where to send your application

All applications should be forwarded to: The Assistant Director: HRM St Chads Community Health Centre, Private Bag X9950, Ladysmith, 3370, OR Hand Delivered to Corner Helpmekaar and Ezakheni Main Road, Ezakheni, 3381. or E-mail to: Antony.Jele@kznhealth.gov.za FOR ATTENTION : The Assistant Director: HRM

Enquiries

Related to the post can be directed to: Mr. SM Mbili Tel No: (033) 392 6434

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 18 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 18 September 2026.

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