Job Requirements
An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification as recognized by the South African Qualifications Authority in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) / Information Technology / Geography, Cartography / Survey / Environmental or relevant related qualification. Five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in digital infrastructure development / geographic information systems / telecommunications with a focus on data mapping and analysis environment. Registration with South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Geographic Information Science Technician/ Technologist/ Professional or relevant registration. Skills / Competencies and Knowledge: At an advanced level in Strategic Capability and Leadership, Government Administrative Processes, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management. Technical Competencies: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) platforms, systems and software. Data mapping and database management. Digital Infrastructure Planning and mapping. Special mapping information technologies. Policy and Regulatory compliance. Structured Query Language Server skills. Relational Database Management System. Innovation and Emerging technologies. Analytical and Mapping visualisation.
Duties
The successful candidate will: develop and manage the implementation, and continuous enhancement of a comprehensive GIS platform to map and monitor digital infrastructure across South Africa, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and accessibility. Manage and drive the collection, capturing, and integration of data from multiple formats and sources; manage the creation, validation, and maintenance of spatial data topology and attributes to ensure reliability and usability. Manage and facilitate collaboration with key stakeholders including product owners, project managers, telecom operators, municipalities, and government bodies to enhance project delivery, improve data quality. Manage the provision of technical support, training, and guidance to GIS users, internal teams, and external stakeholders to strengthen GIS knowledge, ensure effective use of software and data, and build long-term capacity. Manage access to spatial mapping information for internal and external stakeholders; produce reports, dashboards, and visualizations that support evidence-based planning, service delivery, and decision-making. Design relevant functional policy and ensure compliance and alignment of digital infrastructure mapping strategies with national ICT policies, frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Monitor and update the digital infrastructure map to reflect new deployments and changes; implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize systems and processes. Provide directorate leadership, ensure adherence to government systems and processes, model the culture of the Department and manage Directorate risks.
What is the Salary
R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (the all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Pension Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
Location
Pretoria
How to Apply
Apply online.
Apply Before:
30 January 2026
ReferenceNo:
REFS/015790
Additional Information