POST 08/285 : SENIOR SPECIALIST: TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS (MAINFRAME) REF NO: HRMC 6/26/4
Chief Directorate: Applications Management
SALARY : R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Systems at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 5 Years’ experience in Middle / Senior Managerial is required. Experience in Mainframe application and ADABAS database development, maintenance and support of technology-based solutions and supervisory is required. Functional / Practical experience as a Mainframe Technical Application Specialist. Experience participating in a team that is using System Development Life Cycle
methodologies and tools. Sound knowledge of the mainframe environment (National Population Register system). Sound knowledge of the ADABAS database. Sound knowledge of the ADABAS File specification. Soun knowledge of the ADABAS Direct Calls. Sound knowledge of the COBOL and natural programming knowledges. Knowledge of the complete communication medium. Knowledge of the Job Control Language. Knowledge of the State Information Technology Agency Act 88 of 1998. Sound knowledge and application of the GITO Requirements and Frameworks. Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework. Knowledge of the departmental legislation as well as Human Resources legislation and prescripts. Sound knowledge of the Web, Windows Applications. Willingness to travel and work
extended hours. On call is required. A valid Driver’s License. Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Business Continuity. Conflict management and resolution. Accountability. People management and empowerment. Project management. Service delivery innovation. Report writing. Time Management. Planning and organising. Ability to translate the technology language into English. Sound persuading and influencing. Stakeholder and client relations. Attention to detail. Communication skills (including communicating technical issues to non-technical audiences). Problem Solving and Analysis. Delivering results. Technical skills. Ability to brief all management levels. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Critical thinking. Computer Literacy (IT technical.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Manage, coordinate and implement the analysis of requests and development of applications in the Department. Lead the coordination, and analysis and implement business requests to determine the impact against the relevant applications. Interpret or disregard business requests and attend to priority and complex matters. Lead, coordinate, design, and implement product solutions in line with application specifications. Engage with internal and
external stakeholders regarding the maintenance of new and existing applications. Organize regular research studies for new technologies that fit into the Departmental operations. Manage, monitor, and evaluate industry trends and dynamics according to new technologies. Execute impact analysis assessment against the existing relevant applications. Decide the best feasibility of the request and work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) on application-related matters. Evaluate available applications and whether they are implemented in line with the required Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Lead, monitor, and evaluate application settings resultingfrom software upgrades. Timeously engage with Service Providers regarding software upgrades and requests. Provide expert advice and support to business units on application data related problems. Manage the coordination and implement programming specifications and evaluation. Lead, coordinate and support application and maintenance for specified applications. Build partnerships with various stakeholders (internal and external). Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements. Support digital transformation.

ENQUIRIES : Head Office: Mr BC Mathatho Tel No: (012) 406 4250
APPLICATIONS : Compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or isrecruitment@dha.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026
NOTE : 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