Director: Knowledge Management

Department: Mpumalanga Provincial Government Centre: Head Office Salary: R1 317 834 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package) Reference: DKM/HO/04 DUTIES Manage information and records management services, including the development, implementation, monitoring and review of records and information management policies, standards and procedures. Manage information technology services, including ICT help-desk support, infrastructure and network support. Ensure the development and implementation of ICT policies, standards, frameworks in line with DPSA requirements. Oversee digital transformation, management of business applications, systems integration across the Department. Provide strategic oversight of the Department’s compliance with PAIA and POPIA. Ensure appropriate processes and controls for access to information, privacy and protection of personal information. Manage the provision of administrative support services and ensure effective planning, resource management, performance management and compliance within the Directorate. ENQUIRIES Ms PN Yingwane Tel No: (013) 766 6780 e-Recruitment Mpumalanga HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal at https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Applicants are required to register and create a profile on the system before submitting their applications. A comprehensive, recently updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including three (3) contactable references and all mandatory documents must be uploaded on the portal to apply for these opportunities. No manual, emailed or faxed applications will be accepted. NOTE Applications received after closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Applicants must disclose if she/he is not a Director/Shareholder of a company or conducting any business with Organ of State and whether is performing any additional remunerative work outside his/her normal duties. The question related to conditions that prevents re-appointment under Part F – “applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section intended for those seeking re-employment, as their prior employment can be verified”. It will be expected of the shortlisted candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. All shortlisted candidates 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. All shortlisted candidates, including the 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. The top 2 candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits/assets, qualifications verification and previous employment background/reference checks will be verified. The successful candidate will enter into an Annual Performance Agreement, and also annually disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Communication and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. SMS Posts: The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Candidates requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. Communication and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Grade 12 plus Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in Knowledge Management/ Information Science/Information Systems/ Computer Science. A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience at Middle/Senior Managerial level in the related field. A valid driver’s license. Appointment is subject to the signing of a performance agreement and financial disclosure. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www. thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Strategic leadership; policy development; programme management; financial and people management; governance; risk management; stakeholder management; communication.