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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Deputy Director: Information Management and Governance
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO143/2025
   Directorate: Health Intelligence, Head Office, Cape Town
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Appropriate computer skills in Microsoft tools and knowledge of WCDHW data systems. Data & information management: Strong data management, information management, and data governance skills including knowledge of data quality principles. Health systems & technical expertise: Knowledge of health service delivery, monitoring and evaluation, Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness digital systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Power BI skills are an advantage). Analytical & conceptual thinking skills, including numeracy and business analysis and problem-solving ability with attention to detail. Planning, project & resource management with sound administrative and policy knowledge, including human resource management. Collaboration & communication: Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and relationship management skills; Strong written and verbal communication, including report writing and presentation skills. Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience in all aspects of information management and data governance. Appropriate supervisory experience
 
Minimum educational qualifications:
Appropriate three year National Diploma or Degree.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Lead strategic and operational planning, as well as project management, to ensure optimal utilisation of resources within the sub-directorate. Design, implement, and oversee information management and data governance policies, practices, procedures, and tools to ensure effective, secure, and compliant data handling across the organisation. Oversee the management and provision of high-quality corporate data, along with the tools and systems required to collect, integrate, and present this data effectively. Design, develop, and maintain reporting tools and outputs to support both regulatory and broader organisational reporting needs. Promote and sustain a high standard of information management skills across the province by delivering targeted training that builds understanding of information requirements, processes, policies, systems, monitoring practices, and data quality principles.
 
Enquiries:
Ms L Shand, tel.no. (021) 483 2639 or Lesley.shand@westerncape.gov.za
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and overnight.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 896 436 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
8/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 9/5/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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