IT Technician: Infromation Communication Technology
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About the role
The Department of Education (Eastern Cape) is hiring 2 IT Technician: Infromation Communication Technology posts, based in Zwelitsha. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 to R398,277 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za (under Careers) and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00 16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00- 16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or email Address. Reference number to quote: DOE43/10/2026 Closing date: 13 November 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.
Responsibilities
- Configuration and technical/network support of BAS, PERSAL, EXAMS, EMIS, SASAMS.
- Microsoft OS, applications and office 365 email setup and configuration.
- Setup school network for teachers and learners.
- Installing and configuring hardware and software components to ensure usability.
- Troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
- Repairing or replacing damaged hardware.
- Upgrading the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers.
- Installing and upgrading anti-virus software to ensure security at the user level.
- Performing tests and evaluations on new software and hardware.
- Providing support to users and being the first line support of contact for error reporting.
- Establishing good relationships with all departments and colleagues.
- Managing technical documentation.
- Conducting regular system backups.
- Ensuring the smooth running of all IT systems, including anti-virus software, print services, and email provision.
- Providing technical reports for Districts/Head Office.
Requirements
- National Senior Certificate plus A+, N+ OR National Diploma IT.
- 3 years’ experience working as Technician in the ICT Environment.
- A valid Driver’s License.
- To ensure that all technological aspects of the department, including schools are functioning effectively and efficiently.
- To perform an array of tasks related to computer systems, hardware, and software at levels of the ECDoE.