DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
Department of Social Development · HSRC Building
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- V1/D/2026
- Salary band
- R 932 292
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Social Development Directorate: Systems Development Location: HSRC Building, Pretoria Salary: R932 292 per annum. This inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the states’ contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured i.t.o. the applicable rules. Requirements: A qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Business Information Systems/ Information Technology in Software Development and Systems Development / Computer Sciences Plus 3-5 years’ experience at a junior management level. Knowledge and understanding of Digital Transformation Strategy of the Public Services. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Act and Regulation. Knowledge and understanding of the relevant Public Service Regulatory Frameworks such as MISS, SDLC, MIOS, National Archives and Records Service Act, PAJA, PAIA and ECT. Knowledge and understanding of the DPSA Corporate Governance for ICT Policy Framework. Knowledge and understanding of Information and Communication Technology frameworks. Knowledge and understanding of business systems. Knowledge and understanding of database and development standards. Knowledge and understanding of business process principles, practices, techniques and tools. Knowledge and understanding of business concepts and requirements. Knowledge and understanding of database development. Knowledge and understanding of Information security principles and practices. Knowledge and understanding of Network management. Knowledge and understanding of IT Infrastructure Principles. Knowledge and understanding of vendor management and contract negotiation. Knowledge and understanding of system development methodology and project management. Knowledge and understanding of information technology business systems. Knowledge and understanding of ASP.net, VB.net, SQL, XML, HTML, JavaScript. Knowledge and understanding of business processes, principles, practices, technics and tools. Competencies needed: Database development skills. Systems 64 development skills. Communication skills. Policy analysis and development skills. People management. Project coordination skills. Problem-solving skills. Computer literacy skills. Facilitation and presentation skills. Stakeholder and client liaison skills. Monitoring skills. Report writing skills. Attributes: Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work under pressure. Innovative and creative. Ability to work in a team and independently. Adaptability. Emotional intelligence. Independent thinker. Cost consciousness. Honesty and integrity. Assertiveness. Duties: Develop, review and implement systems database and development plans, policies and strategies to align with business needs, policies, legislative requirements, norms and standards. Develop databases, computerised systems, software applications and integrations to meet specific information systems requirements. Maintain and support all databases, computeri
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Requirements
- ✓A qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Business Information Systems/ Information Technology in Software Development and Systems Development / Computer Sciences Plus 3-5 years’ experience at a junior management level
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of Digital Transformation Strategy of the Public Services
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Act and Regulation
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of the relevant Public Service Regulatory Frameworks such as MISS, SDLC, MIOS, National Archives and Records Service Act, PAJA, PAIA and ECT
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of the DPSA Corporate Governance for ICT Policy Framework
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of Information and Communication Technology frameworks
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of business systems
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of database and development standards
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of business process principles, practices, techniques and tools
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of business concepts and requirements
Key responsibilities
- •Develop, review and implement systems database and development plans, policies and strategies to align with business needs, policies, legislative requirements, norms and standards
- •Develop databases, computerised systems, software applications and integrations to meet specific information systems requirements
- •Maintain and support all databases, computerised systems, and software applications to ensure their availability, reliability, and security
- •Monitor the implementation and utilisation of systems and processes in line with relevant standards, data security policies, and regulatory requirements, and compile performance reports
- •Manage, and report on human resources, and performance in line with the set regulations and prescripts
About Department of Social Development
Social Development is responsible for social welfare policy and services - social grants administration (via SASSA), child protection, support for people with disabilities, substance abuse services, and community development programmes.
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