• Full Time
  • ICT / Computer, South Africa

Gauteng Provincial Government

Gauteng Provincial Legislature: Deputy Director General – Information Communication Technology

Company Overview

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature (GPL) serves as the legislative body for Gauteng province, executing constitutional mandates including:

  • Lawmaking and policy development
  • Oversight of provincial governance
  • Cooperative government initiatives
  • Public participation programs

Position Details

Job Type: Full Time

Education Requirement: Masters Degree

Experience Required: 8+ years senior management experience

Location: Gauteng, South Africa

Department: Information Technology

Key Requirements

Education & Certification:

  • NQF Level 8 qualification in Information Technology or related field
  • Master’s in Business Administration or IT (advantageous)
  • Nyukela Senior Management Services certification
  • Valid driver’s license

Professional Experience:

  • 8 years senior leadership in ICT environments
  • Large-scale project management expertise
  • Experience in high-volume operational centers

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

  • Oversee ICT strategy implementation across provincial departments
  • Drive digital transformation programs to enhance service delivery
  • Develop enterprise-wide technology solutions (ERP systems)

Operational Management:

  • Maintain critical ICT infrastructure and security systems
  • Implement disaster recovery and business continuity protocols
  • Manage service level agreements with technical partners

Compliance & Governance:

  • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations
  • Maintain information security governance frameworks
  • Develop technology standards for provincial departments

Budget & Resource Management:

  • Manage annual budget allocation and expenditure
  • Optimize resource utilization across ICT projects

Team Leadership:

  • Lead multidisciplinary ICT teams
  • Implement staff development and performance systems

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit applications through the Gauteng Provincial Government’s official careers portal. Applications must include comprehensive CV and certified qualifications.

The Gauteng Provincial Government maintains employment equity principles. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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