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Assistant Director: Information Technology
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Assistant Director for Information Technology at King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College. Manage ICT policies, systems, and networks. Requires IT diploma, 3-5 years IT experience, and 3 years supervisory
- Develop, review, and monitor ICT policies and frameworks for the college.
- Manage IT security, data systems, and electronic access across all campuses.
- Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot computer networks (LAN, WAN, email, internet) for students and staff.
- You must have a National Diploma in Information Technology (NQF6), 3-5 years IT experience, 3 years supervisory or management experience, and a valid driver's licence.
- You must know computer hardware and software, TVET College policies, and have strong communication and project management skills.
- Based at King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College, Administration Centre, Mthatha.
- Submit a completed Z83 form and detailed CV with three contactable references to asdit0926@ksdtvet.edu.za by 16 October 2026.
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Requirements
- National Senior Certificate/Grade12/STD 10 or NCV level 4.
- A relevant National Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or IT related qualification.
- A minimum of 3-5 years working experience in IT environment.
- Three (3) years supervisory/ management experience.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- A knowledge of computer hardware, software and programmes.
- A Knowledge of policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges including knowledge of the annual reporting requirements by the Higher Education Institutions.
- A knowledge and understanding of Corporate ICT principle and understanding of the monitoring of performance management system.
- Administer computer hardware, software and network skills.
- Administrative, planning and organising.
- Financial management, Reporting writing, Communication and Interpersonal problem solving skills.
- Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented and project management.
- Team leadership, People management, Planning and organising skills.
Duties
- Development, review and monitor the implementation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) policies.
- Conduct research regarding national and provincial policy framework, legislation, collective agreements, internet, relevant readings etc.
- Ensure consultation process of draft policies with all relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure that all new ICT policies are work shopped to all staff.
- Ensure the development, establishment of appropriate E- governance and ICT policies, frameworks and standards.
- Implement, enforce and ensure adherence of IT policies and procedures to all campuses.
- Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management.
- Information System Management, Administer and monitor IT Security and Electronic access.
- Establish systems to safeguard hardware and data, Perform system backups.
- Network Management and Maintenance, Research and develop specifications for (Local Area Network& Wide Area Network) LAN and WAN technologies according to the college’s requirements.
- Procure LAN and WAN technologies.
- Distribute LAN and WAN access to students and staff according to the college policy and needs.
- Set-up, manage and maintain WAN, LAN, E-mail and internet connections to all the colleges, Troubleshooting, resolving and documenting all ICT related issues.
How to apply
Email address: asdit0926@ksdtvet.edu.za
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031
Notes from the department
- Instructions to applicants:
- The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three(3)contactable references(email address and contact number), Only shortlisted candidates will submit qualifications, identity documents, qualifications and all other relevant documents like driver’s licence when shortlisted The college has the right to withdraw and/or amend adverts for post(s) and retains the right not to fill the post(s) as determined by the delegated authority.
- It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that their applications reach the college on or before the closing date.
- Applications received after the closing date will under no circumstances be considered.
- Applicants are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency or skills test, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on post’s technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- According to Section 32B (3) of National Qualifications Framework Act No.67 of 2008, it is unlawful to falsely or fraudulently claim to have a qualification or part qualification registered on the NQF or awarded by educational institution, a skills development provider, a quality council or a recognised foreign institution.
- The HOD in the relevant Department shall report such violations to the (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to qualifications and citizen verification; criminal records and financial/assets record checks.
- Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 90 days should consider their applications unsuccessful.
- Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions
As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 48 · open the PDF
POST 35/87: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: KSD ASDIT 09/2026 Nature of post: Permanent (PERSAL) Re-advertisement SALARY: R487 197 per annum (Level 09) CENTRE: King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College, Administration Centre, Mthatha REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate/Grade12/STD 10 or NCV level 4. A relevant National Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or IT related qualification. A minimum of 3-5 years working experience in IT environment. Three (3) years supervisory/ management experience. A valid driver’s licence. A knowledge of computer hardware, software and programmes. A Knowledge of policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges including knowledge of the annual reporting requirements by the Higher Education Institutions. A knowledge and understanding of Corporate ICT principle and understanding of the monitoring of performance management system. Administer computer hardware, software and network skills. Administrative, planning and organising. Financial management, Reporting writing, Communication and Interpersonal problem solving skills. Computer literacy, Analytical, Client oriented and project management. Team leadership, People management, Planning and organising skills. DUTIES: Development, review and monitor the implementation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) policies. Conduct research regarding national and provincial policy framework, legislation, collective agreements, internet, relevant readings etc. Ensure consultation process of draft policies with all relevant stakeholders. Ensure that all new ICT policies are work shopped to all staff. Ensure the development, establishment of appropriate E- governance and ICT policies, frameworks and standards. Implement, enforce and ensure adherence of IT policies and procedures to all campuses. Ensure that appropriate policies and processes are put in place for risk management. Information System Management, Administer and monitor IT Security and Electronic access. Establish systems to safeguard hardware and data, Perform system backups. Network Management and Maintenance, Research and develop specifications for (Local Area Network& Wide Area Network) LAN and WAN technologies according to the college’s requirements. Procure LAN and WAN technologies. Distribute LAN and WAN access to students and staff according to the college policy and needs. Set-up, manage and maintain WAN, LAN, E-mail and internet connections to all the colleges, Troubleshooting, resolving and documenting all ICT related issues. ENQUIRIES: Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031 APPLICATIONS: Email address: asdit0926@ksdtvet.edu.za NOTE: Instructions to applicants: The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three(3)contactable references(email address and contact number), Only shortlisted candidates will submit qualifications, identity documents, qualifications and all other relevant documents like driver’s licence when shortlisted The college has the right to withdraw and/or amend adverts for post(s) and retains the right not to fill the post(s) as determined by the delegated authority. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that their applications reach the college on or before the closing date. Applications received after the closing date will under no circumstances be considered. Applicants are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency or skills test, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on post’s technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. According to Section 32B (3) of National Qualifications Framework Act No.67 of 2008, it is unlawful to falsely or fraudulently claim to have a qualification or part qualification registered on the NQF or awarded by educational institution, a skills development provider, a quality council or a recognised foreign institution. The HOD in the relevant Department shall report such violations to the (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to qualifications and citizen verification; criminal records and financial/assets record checks. Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 90 days should consider their applications unsuccessful. Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions CLOSING DATE: 16 October 2026