Director: Knowledge Management

About the role

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport (Mpumalanga) is hiring a Director: Knowledge Management, based in Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R1,317,834 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the link erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Reference number to quote: DKM/HO/04 Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12h00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Grade 12 plus Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in Knowledge Management/Information Science/Information Systems/Computer Science.
• At least 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