Deputy Director: S/Dir: Ecd Centres - Conditional Grant (System Manager E-Cares)

Department

Department of Education

Location

Head Office, Mbombela, Mpumalanga

Salary

R932 292 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

A6/117

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number A6/117.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

A SAQA recognised three-year post-matric qualification (NQF Level 7) in Information Systems / ICT / Computer Science / Data or related field. 7 years’ relevant experience in Systems Administration and user support. Valid driver's license. Knowledge of Cloud-based system operations. Knowledge of the provincial EMIS environment and/ or ECD system landscape. Knowledge of database management. Knowledge of business intelligence reporting. Skills should include User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and training facilitation as well as data reporting and system usage monitoring. Strong analytical, data manipulation and reporting skills (Excel advanced level). Ability to coordinate multi-level stakeholders (national, provincial, district). Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, customer service orientation. Ability to work independently and travel extensively. Condition: Appointment will be subje

Duties

Provincial eCares system use and performance management. Leading provincial support for system usage, performance and adoption. Monitoring user compliance with system functionality and data workflows. Advocating system utilisation for decision-making. User support and access management. Managing first line helpdesk support for PED users. Managing user access, roles and permissions. Escalating issues promptly to national and service providers. User training and capacity building, which entails conducting ongoing training on: New releases; Functional improvements; Reporting and dashboards. Supporting districts and circuits to drive usage. Leading provincial testing of system releases and updates. Developing test plans, recording User Acceptance Testing (UAT) outcomes, and submit feedback to developers. Validating system enhancements before deployment. Identifying and resolving technical is

Enquiries

Mr. EK Siwela Tel No: (013) 766 5922

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 33 of 2026.