District Information Technology Officer

Overview

District IT Officers are needed in Harry Gwala and Namaqua districts to implement infrastructure, network and server support for the Department of Home Affairs.

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information and Communication Technology, Computer Engineering at an NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA.
• ITIL Foundation Certificate will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Information Technology environment is required.
• Experience in desktop, network, server and application support.
• Experience in wide range of computer systems support.
• Knowledge and application of the GITO Guidelines and Prescripts.
• Sound knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standards.
• Sound knowledge of the Protection of Information 84 of 1982 and the Promotion of Access to information Act 2 of 2000.
• Knowledge of the State Information Technology Agency Act 88 of 1998.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework.
• Knowledge of Departmental legislation and prescripts.
• Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).
• A valid drivers’ license.
• Willingness to work extended hours.
• Required skills and competencies: Service Delivery Innovation.
• Client Orientation and Customer Focus.
• People Management and Empowerment.
• Programme and Project Management.
• Conflict Management and Resolution.
• Influencing and networking.
• Attention to detail.
• Process analysis and improvement.
• Conflict resolution and management.
• Team working.
• Presentation Skills.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Communication Skills.
• Planning and Organising.
• Computer literacy.
• Decision Making.
• Report Writing.
• Digital transformation Skills.
• Patriotism, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Ensure the implementation of infrastructure and hardware support.
• Install and support Telkom data lines, routers, switches, firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
• Ensure the installation and support of Servers in the centre.
• Ensure officials are enrolled on BACM and provided with BACM smart cards.
• Support online verification scanners and fingerprint scanners used for online verification.
• Provide support on desktops, printers, or laptops on peripherals e.g. camera; 3M fingerprint scanner; signature pad;
• MDF-Scan flow printers.
• Maintain IT asset registers in various local offices.
• Facilitate disposal process of IT assets providing technical reports for redundant and obsolete items.
• Coordinate IT requirements (i.e. computers and all peripherals) of individual offices with Head Office.
• Facilitate and implement application/ system support in the district municipality.
• Identify and resolve problems causing disruption on the operation of the business and in the network.
• Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance in the unit.
• Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit.
• Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.

How to apply

Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or sent to the correct address specified as follows: KwaZulu-Natal: Physical address: 181 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg 3209 Northern Cape: Physical Address: Quantum Leap Building, 69 Du Toitspan Road, Kimberley, 8300.

Enquiries: KwaZulu-Natal: Ms N Ngema Tel No: (033) 845 5003 : Northern Cape: Mr W Masilonyana Tel No: (053) 807 6725

Notes

Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za, citing the correct post number and job title, and a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date dd/mm/yy), job title, duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible), regardless of online or manual submission. Where a valid Driver's License and a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is a requirement, this must be indicated on the CV. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, 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. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, and Acting letters as directed. Furthermore, applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications, as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity, will be subjected to an interview, various relevant tests and assessments, and employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, and employment references including verification of exit reasons, and conducting business with State). Once appointed, serving of a prescribed probation period, and obtaining of a security clearance appropriate to the post, will be required. Correspondence between the Department and candidates will be limited to shortlisted candidates, only. The DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Applicants’ personal information will be used for recruitment purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against unauthorised disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an application constitutes consent to such processing. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the process to submit applications for the post of Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6) with Ref No: HRMC 43/26/3, that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 dated 03 July 2026, was omitted and therefore must be sent to: Applications: Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or legalrecruitment@dha.gov.za To this effect, the closing date for this post has been extended to 24 July 2026.We apologise for the inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON