DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES (DCDT)
Location: Pretoria, Hatfield
Closing Date: 18 July 2025
Applications to: [email protected]
Application Requirements
- Completed Z83 form (2021 version) – Download here
- Detailed CV (with full employment history)
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified qualifications and undergo suitability/security checks
VACANCIES (Posts 23/01 to 23/08)
Post 23/01 – Deputy Director: Global Multilateral
Ref No: DDGML
Purpose: Strategic ICT relations with global bodies (e.g., ITU, BRICS)
Qualification: NQF Level 6 in Public Admin/Int. Relations or similar
Key Skills: Global ICT strategy, geopolitics, stakeholder engagement
Post 23/02 – Deputy Director: ICT Multilateral Grouping
Ref No: DDIMG
Purpose: Engage with UN ICT bodies, drive SDG-aligned ICT programmes
Qualification: NQF 6 in Public Admin/Int. Relations
Key Skills: UN ICT strategy, stakeholder plans (WSIS, Agenda 2063)
Post 23/03 – Deputy Director: Africa Multilateral Relations
Ref No: DDAMLR
Purpose: Strengthen ICT ties with Africa-focused bodies (SADC, AU, ATU)
Qualification: NQF 6 in Economics/Public Admin/Int. Relations
Key Skills: African ICT governance, treaty management, AU/SADC protocols
Post 23/04 – Deputy Director: Secretariat
Ref No: DDS
Purpose: Provide Secretariat support to Director-General’s Office
Qualification: NQF 6 in Office Management/Public Admin
Key Skills: Minute-taking, document control, governance support
Post 23/05 – Deputy Director: HR Administration
Ref No: DDHRA
Purpose: Manage HR operations including compensation, onboarding, PILIR
Qualification: NQF 6 in HR/Organisational Development
Key Skills: PERSAL, HR compliance, employee lifecycle management
Post 23/06 – Deputy Director: Recruitment, HR Planning & EE
Ref No: DDRPEE
Purpose: Drive recruitment, HR planning and Employment Equity strategies
Qualification: NQF 6 in HR/Organisational Development
Key Skills: Talent acquisition, workforce planning, diversity inclusion
Post 23/07 – Deputy Director: Budget
Ref No: DDB
Purpose: Oversee budget allocation aligned with strategic goals
Qualification: NQF 6 in Financial Accounting/Cost & Management Accounting
Advantage: NQF 7 or CA/CIMA/CFA certification
Key Skills: PFMA, MTEF, ENE/AENE, Treasury compliance
Post 23/08 – Deputy Director: IT Security Architect
Ref No: DDITSA
Purpose: Lead IT security architecture and cybersecurity strategy
Qualification: NQF 6 in IT/Computer Science
Certifications: CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CGEIT (advantageous)
Key Skills: Network security, cyber threat analysis, IT governance
Branch Coordinator Posts – Summary (Level 11)
📍 Location: Pretoria, Hatfield
💼 Salary: R896 436 per annum (all-inclusive package)
📅 Closing Date: 18 July 2025
📩 Apply via Email: [email protected]
📝 Application Requirements:
- Completed Z83 form (2021 version) – Download here
- Detailed CV (with full employment history)
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified qualifications and undergo suitability/security checks
POST 23/09: Branch Coordinator – Administration Branch
Ref No: BCA
Purpose: Provide high-level admin, strategic and secretariat support to the DDG of Administration.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 in Public Admin / Business Management or related
- 5 years’ experience in office/project administration or executive support
- 3 years at supervisory / Assistant Director level in corporate management
Key Skills:
- Coordination, secretarial support, stakeholder management
- Understanding of PFMA, Public Service Act/Regulations
- Records and document management, business reporting
- Strong MS Office skills
Duties include:
- Collate and submit strategic plans, performance reports
- Respond to audit queries
- Manage EXCO/MinExco/Parliamentary submissions
- Maintain document management and compliance systems
- Support the DDG in HR, finance and asset management
POST 23/10: Branch Coordinator – Media and Content Branch
Ref No: BCMC
Purpose: Admin and strategic support to the DDG: Media & Content
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 in Public Admin / Business Management or related
- 5 years’ experience in admin or executive support
- 3 years at supervisory level in policy development or entity oversight
Key Skills:
- Media/content industry knowledge
- Strategic coordination, compliance reporting
- Advanced interpersonal and MS Office skills
- Experience with Treasury/legislative frameworks (PFMA, PSA)
Duties include:
- Same as Post 23/09 with additional responsibility for:
- Maintaining a database of entity oversight and media sector policy
- Providing insight into media and content sector dynamics
POST 23/11: Branch Coordinator – Digital Communication, Access and Services Branch
Ref No: BCDCAS
Purpose: Support the DDG: Digital Communication, Access and Services with office coordination and ICT-specific administration.
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 in Public Admin / Business Management
- 5 years’ experience in admin or project support
- 3 years in an ICT environment at Assistant Director level
Key Skills:
- ICT sector awareness
- Business reporting, planning, coordination
- Strong knowledge of Public Service regulations, PFMA
- Digital file/data management
Duties include:
- Align branch work with ICT sector strategy
- Provide project and admin support
- Ensure portfolio of evidence and documents are stored digitally
- Coordinate ICT-related audits, parliamentary responses, and stakeholder engagement
POST 23/12: Assistant Director – Skills Development
- Ref No: ASDSD
- Salary: R468 459 p.a. (Level 9)
- Qualification: NQF Level 6 in HRM / HRD or relevant field
- Experience: 3 years in HRD; 2 years in supervisory/management
- Advantage: NQF 7 + accredited Skills Development Facilitator certification
Key Duties:
- Implement skills development programmes and WSP
- Coordinate training needs analysis, bursaries, and induction
- Administer skills development systems and records
- Support the internship and induction programmes
- Ensure compliance with HRD frameworks and legislation
POST 23/13: Senior Information System Officer
- Ref No: SISO
- Salary: R397 116 p.a. (Level 8)
- Qualification: NQF Level 6 in IT / Computer Science / System Engineering
- Experience: 2 years in IT systems development
- Certifications: CISA, ITIL, CISSP, CITM desirable
Key Duties:
- Develop and integrate IT solutions
- Manage system malfunctions and enhancements
- Build and test applications (using tools like C#, ASP.NET, Power BI, SQL)
- Document systems and assist with demand planning
- Ensure systems meet business needs
POST 23/14: Senior Business Analyst Officer
- Ref No: SBAO
- Salary: R397 116 p.a. (Level 8)
- Qualification: NQF Level 6 in IT or related
- Experience: 2 years in IT/Business Analysis
- Certifications: CBAP, CCBA, Business Analysis certs preferred
Key Duties:
- Document and translate business/user requirements
- Design and implement BI dashboards (Power BI, Tableau)
- Perform data analysis and UAT
- Ensure data quality and facilitate user training
- Participate in change management processes
POST 23/15: Admin Officer – Human Capital Management
- Ref No: AOHCMD
- Salary: R325 101 p.a. (Level 7)
- Qualification: NQF Level 6 in Public/Office Administration
- Experience: 1–2 years in HR admin support
Key Duties:
- Provide admin/secretarial support to HCM unit
- Handle bookings, meetings, procurement, and logistics
- Maintain filing systems, check invoices, track reports
- Liaise with internal and external HR stakeholders
- Compile and manage HR data and documentation
POST 23/16: Admin Officer – Legal Services & Legislative Drafting
- Ref No: AOLSLD
- Salary: R325 101 p.a. (Level 7)
- Qualification: NQF Level 6 in Public/Office Administration
- Experience: 1–2 years in corporate services or legal environment
Key Duties: (same as Post 23/15, but in a legal support setting)
- Support legal documentation and stakeholder coordination
- Maintain compliance and records
- Support legal workshops, meetings and drafting processes
POST 23/17: Admin Officer – Cybersecurity and Internet Governance
- Ref No: AOCSIG
- Salary: R325 101 p.a. (Level 7)
- Qualification: NQF Level 6 in Public/Office Administration
- Experience: 1–2 years in ICT administrative environment
Key Duties: (same core duties as Posts 23/15 & 23/16, tailored to cybersecurity)
- Support logistics, documentation, and reports for cyber governance
- Maintain databases and monitor compliance
- Ensure smooth running of ICT unit functions
Summary Table
| Post No. | Job Title | Level | Salary (p.a.) | Min Exp. | Specialisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/12 | Assistant Director: Skills Development | 09 | R468 459 | 3 yrs | HRD, WSP, Training Coordination |
| 23/13 | Senior Information System Officer | 08 | R397 116 | 2 yrs | IT Development, Power BI, C#, SQL |
| 23/14 | Senior Business Analyst Officer | 08 | R397 116 | 2 yrs | BI, SQL, UAT, Power BI, Data Analysis |
| 23/15 | Admin Officer: HCM & Development | 07 | R325 101 | 1–2 yrs | HR Admin & Support |
| 23/16 | Admin Officer: Legal Services | 07 | R325 101 | 1–2 yrs | Legal Admin Support |
| 23/17 | Admin Officer: Cybersecurity & Governance |
Z83 application form
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- Ensure your Z83 form is the 2021 version.
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