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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

JI 37/2026

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About this role

Department

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services

Directorate

Corporate Services

Location

Centurion

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package that needs to be structured)

Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 (Senior Certificate), National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree (NQF 6) in Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems / Informatics / Information Management/ICT Management / Software Development / Network Engineering or an equivalent ICT-related qualification recognised by SAQA. Certifications in ITIL and/or COBIT will serve as an advantage. 3 to 5 years' experience in an ICT environment. At least 3 years' experience at Assistant Director level or equivalent supervisory / junior management level. Experience managing ICT projects, supervising ICT personnel, managing ICT service providers and contracts, and administering ICT infrastructure and information systems. Experience in Public Service ICT environment, SITA-related processes, 38

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) environment of JICS through the implementation of ICT policies, systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity controls, user support services and digital solutions in support of the organisational mandate. Manage ICT governance, operational planning, ICT risk and compliance reporting; oversee network, server, end-user and Microsoft 365 administration; coordinate ICT procurement, asset management, service provider performance and contract management; manage user support and helpdesk services; implement cybersecurity awareness, backup, business continuity and access-control measures; coordinate ICT projects and digital transformation initiatives; ensure compliance with SITA processes, government ICT prescripts and information security requirements; supervise ICT staff, monitor performance and compile management reports for decision-making.

Enquiries

Mr E L Brewis Tel No: (012) 321 0303

Closing Date

2026-09-04T16:00:00+02:00

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Requirements

·Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 (Senior Certificate), National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree (NQF 6) in Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems / Informatics / Information Management/ICT Management / Software Development / Network Engineering or an equivalent ICT-related qualification recognised by SAQA
·Certifications in ITIL and/or COBIT will serve as an advantage
·3 to 5 years' experience in an ICT environment
·At least 3 years' experience at Assistant Director level or equivalent supervisory / junior management level
·Experience managing ICT projects, supervising ICT personnel, managing ICT service providers and contracts, and administering ICT infrastructure and information systems
·Experience in Public Service ICT environment, SITA-related processes, 38

Key Duties

·The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) environment of JICS through the implementation of ICT policies, systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity controls, user support services and digital solutions in support of the organisational mandate
·Manage ICT governance, operational planning, ICT risk and compliance reporting
·oversee network, server, end-user and Microsoft 365 administration
·coordinate ICT procurement, asset management, service provider performance and contract management
·manage user support and helpdesk services
·implement cybersecurity awareness, backup, business continuity and access-control measures
·coordinate ICT projects and digital transformation initiatives
·ensure compliance with SITA processes, government ICT prescripts and information security requirements
·supervise ICT staff, monitor performance and compile management reports for decision-making

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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