Deputy Director: Systems and Technology, Ref No. WCMD 92/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) has an exciting employment opportunity for a suitably competent individual to plan, integrate and govern systems and technology services to the Western Cape Mobility Department. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines

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Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package ofR 932 292 per annum (Salarylevel 11).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Integrate the various mobility systems and develop ICT governance mechanisms for the Department; coordinate and promote mobility-related systems in collaboration with relevant stakeholders; provide accurate and timely departmental information to enable effective and efficient decision-making within the Department; develop and maintain ICT policy and systems; plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-Directorate; People Management; Financial Management.

An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher); a minimum of 3 years' middle management experience in related systems and technology environments.

Knowledge in the following: Implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; manage mobility-related systems and technology; apply the latest advances in public management theory and practice; use ICT as an enabling tool for development, including ICT training, systems and security, mobility networks, business and systems analysis, and mobility frameworks; implement modern systems of governance and administration; apply project management methodologies and procedures; implement operational management practices; develop, implement, monitor and review policies and operational processes; manage public service procedures, processes and systems; manage financial processes in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions and other applicable financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements;

Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; manage projects; manage finances, including budgeting and expenditure control; manage ICT governance; manage information security and risk; manage systems integration and architecture; evaluate and realise value and benefits from ICT investments; manage vendors and stakeholders; conduct strategic planning; monitor performance and compile reports; manage people; manage change; communicate effectively.