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POST 08/21 : GISC PROFESSIONAL CHIEF GRADE A
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 23 Mar 2026.
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Requirements
An undergraduate qualification in GISc (NQF Level 7) or relevant equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA. A minimum of six years post qualification GISc professional experience.
Compulsory registration with SAGC as a GISc Professional on appointment.
Professional on appointment.
Knowledge of Programme and Project management.
Legal and operational compliance.
Communication skills.
Process knowledge and skills.
Maintenance skills and knowledge. knowledge of Research and development.
Knowledge of Remote Sensing and satellite image interpretation, creation and maintenance of online systems, generation of Field Map applications and the management of an Enterprise License Agreement (covering DFFE and the five entities) will be an added advantage.
Systems skills.
Geo-Database design and analysis skills.
Creating high performance organizational culture.
Technical consulting.
Accountability.
Strategic management and direction Problem solving and analysis.
Decision making.
Team leadership.
Analytical skills Creativity.
Self- management.
Financial Management.
Customer focus and responsiveness Communication and listening skills.
Computer skills Delegation and development of others.
Planning, organising and Execution Ability to manage Conflict.
Language Proficiency Knowledge Management.
Negotiation and Change management skills. A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
Duties
Strategic management of the institutional GISc function.
Provide strategic direction and leadership on GISc activities.
Strategically profiling and positioning GISC function within the institution.
Plan and manage the establishment of GISc unit.
Plan, coordinate and facilitate GISc projects 19 activities.
Monitor and evaluate GISc function within the organisation.
Develop the cost benefit analysis.
Facilitate the functional requirement analysis.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
Manage compliance and setting up of applicable standards.
Stakeholder management.
Policy making and institutional strategic.
Policy making and institutional strategic guidance.
Identify underlying strategic issues and implement appropriate GISc responses.
Oversee the process of advance spatial analysis and modelling for institutional strategic guidance.
Recommend the best possible policy direction and service delivery priorities.
Research: Provide overall framework for research and development activities Provide standards, specification and service levels according to organizational objectives. ENQUERIES : Mr D Marais Tel No: (012) 399 9295
How to apply
Email: RCSM06-2026@dffe.gov.za
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