Executive Manager: ICT (Chief Information Officer)
Salary: R 1,813,182–R 2,042 535 p.a. inclusive of benefits
Location: Head Office– (Ref No: SAS HO24/05/26-12)
Nature of Position: Permanent

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold a qualification at NQF Level 8 as recognized by SAQA in the field of Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems; Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) endorsed by the National School of Government; The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) before appointment. Experience: 8 Years’ relevant experience at a senior managerial level.

Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Problem Solving, Computer Literacy, Policy Analysis and Development, Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management and Service Delivery Innovation, Facilitation and Presentation.

Key Performance Areas: The incumbent will oversee the Development of an ICT Strategy that aligns to SASSA’s objectives; Oversee and manage modernisation and digitalisation priorities for the Agency’s operations to enhance the impact of service delivery; Oversee, manage and direct the development and maintenance of the business systems that support the operations of the Agency; Oversee governance, risk, compliance strategies to support transparency and accountability; Oversee the Agency’s ICT operations pertaining to user support, systems maintenance and the performance of vendor service level agreement; Oversee, manage, and report on the budget, human resources, and performance of the branch.

Applications for the above position must be sent Patrickapplications@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr. Patrick Seeletse Tel: (012) 400 2188

Important notes: All these positions are advertised with the minimum requirements. Appointments will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, reference, ITC, criminal checks and compulsory competency assessment (where applicable. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) prior to the selection process. SASSA is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. Please note: All SASSA staff are subjected to compulsory security vetting on appointment. Only E-mailed applications will be accepted.

The Agency is an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will assist the Agency in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the Agency’s Employment Equity Plan. Person with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing Date: 08 June 2026
If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Applicants interested in applying for these posts should send their applications (CV and completed New Z83 form, quoting the relevant reference number and position name as per the advert. The subject heading of the email should indicate the reference number and name of the position you are applying for. Applicants must ensure that they send their application to a correct email address indicated on each position. Applications send to the incorrect inbox/email will not be considered. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (specifying all experience, duties, indicating the respective dates (MM/YY) per position, Identity Number, Race and Gender as well as indicating references with full contact details. Computer literacy and driver’s license must be stated in the CV. Failure to comply with the above requirements may results your application been disqualified. Interviews may be conducted via a virtual medium which will be discussed with each shortlisted applicant. Kindly note that copies of qualification, certificate, ID and driver’s license etc, should be submitted upon request.