Government EntityStatistics South Africa
    Reference Number19/06/26HO
    SalaryR487 197 per annum (Level 09)
    Centre / LocationHead Office, Pretoria
    Closing DateJune 29, 2026
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    Requirements

    A National Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Technology/ Computer Science/ Information Systems, Training in Agile software development methodologies, COBIT/ ITIL/ TOGAF Frameworks, Project Management, 3-4 years’ experience in practicing systems development and support in the software development lifecycle, Knowledge of technology trends, web infrastructure, data modelling and relational database, Training in solution architecture and design, Skills in website management, Application of agile software development methodologies, software development in web and windows, Agile software development methodologies and project management, Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, Ability to pay attention to detail, Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple and complex tasks and projects, A hard worker with good interpersonal, conceptual, leadership, planning, numerical, communication, analytical, presentation, coordination and liaison skills with a strong focus on service delivery, customer needs and process and product quality.

    Duties

    Conduct feature planning. Develop front-end software feature interfaces. Develop back-end software services for software features. Provide technical support for production software features.

    Enquiries

    Ms S Khoza Tel No: (012) 310 8097

    How to Apply

    All applications must be submitted online on the following link: www.statssa.gov.za/recruitment

    Notes

    Applications must be submitted online and must be completed in full on all fields including the declaration part. Clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be selected. The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Submission of certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary are optional but will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. General information: Females, youth and people with disabilities are targeted for these positions and are hereby encouraged to apply. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to two pre- entry technical exercises and a competency assessment that intend to test both the technical and generic managerial competencies of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment and must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by Statistics South Africa. One of the minimum entry requirements for SMS positions is the pre- entry certificate submitted prior to appointment. For more details on the pre- entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/smspre-entry- programme/. The successful candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to security clearance. Applications that do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this Department within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NOTE: Statistics South Africa reserves the right to fill or not fill the below-mentioned post. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

    Source / Circular Reference

    PSV Circular 20 of 2026, Post 20/100