26 Jun 2011

Full-Time General Manager: IT Services

Limpopo: Department of EducationPolokwane, Limpopo, South Africa

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Job Description

REQUIREMENTS :

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification with specialization in Information Technology.

*At least 3 years managerial experience at senior management level.

*Extensive knowledge of global use of information management and information technology processes. Ability to implement internal systems and controls to ensure sound information and technology management. Competencies such as programme and project management, strategic capability and leadership, problem solving and analysis, communication and interpersonal relations, financial management, basic computer literacy.

*Ability to work independently and under pressure.

*A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES :

Align the department’s information management and technology with the strategic direction and business processes of the department. *Ensure availability of IT system and the provisioning of IT infrastructure services throughout the
Department.*Responsible for the development of information and technology systems and policies.

*Ensure implementation of internal control systems pertaining to information management and information technology management.

*Manage service level agreement with SITA and other suppliers of information technology goods and services.2

How to Apply

REF NO:125/11
Mr. Makgaa M.A. at 015 - 284 6569, Ms Maredi M.G. at 015 - 284 6566 and Ms
Langa M.C. at 015-284 6556.

APPLICATIONS : Applications should be forwarded to :The Head of Department, Department of
Education, Private Bag X9489, Polokwane, 0700 or handed in at 113 Biccard Street,
Polokwane at Records Management Directorate - Office No. H03 [REGISTRY].

CLOSING DATE : 30 JUNE 2011, TIME: 16H30.

NOTE : Applications should be submitted on the prescribed Form Z83 (obtainable from any
Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/ document), which must
be completed in full, original signed and dated by the applicant. Applications should
be accompanied by a recent updated comprehensive C.V. (previous experience
must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. position held and dates) as well as certified
copies of all qualifications and ID document. The successful candidates must be
willing to sign an oath of secrecy with the Department. Suitable candidates will be
subject to a personnel suitability check (i.e. verification of educational qualifications,
previous work experience, citizenship, reference checks, criminal record checks,
verification of financial/assets record check and security vetting) where applicable,
candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment. Appointment in Senior
Management positions is subjected to the signing of a contract and a performance
agreement. Newly appointed (Public Service) candidates will be appointed on a
probation period of 12 months. Applications received after the closing date whether,
posted, or hand - submitted will not be considered. Fax applications will not be
considered. Applicants who apply for more than one position are requested to submit
separate applications for each position they wish to apply for. Due to the large
number of applications we envisage, correspondence will be limited to short-listed
candidates only. Failure to submit the requested documents and instructions to this
note will result in your application not being considered.

Job Categories: IT and Telecommunications. Job Types: Full-Time. Salary: Negotiable.

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