STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA) VACANCIES

STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA)

VACANCY -2458

REFERENCE NR : VAC01006/25 & VAC01221/23
JOB TITLE : Technical Manager : Analysis Services X2
JOB LEVEL : D3
SALARY : R 760 490 – R 1 140 736
REPORT TO : Senior Manager
DIVISION : Application Development & Maintenance
DEPARTMENT : Applications Development
LOCATION : SITA Centurion
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
The role is to manage and co-ordinate service management and/or project management, be accountable for financial management, supplier/ contract management, Human Resources, and ICT services at a unit level. The Technical Manager will also be in charge of maintaining, supporting, and upgrading existing systems and applications needed to keep the business operational. This includes the monitoring of service level agreements and customer expectations.

Key Responsibility Area

Ensure that projects match business needs and requirements, furnish end-user requirements.
Manage and provide guidance to the team on Applications services processes and procedures as to their use to ensure compliance with standards to maintain the quality of developed applications.
Responsible for the delivery of new feature functionality, as well as the production support for in scope Applications and services.
Serve as a communication point between Business and the customers for Applications projects and services responsible for and ensure that service level agreements and customer expectations are met.
Analyse, design and manage implementation of the modernisation plan for current legacy systems responsible for.
Partners with product owners, architects, and other IT leaders and staff to deliver Applications projects and services that support business initiatives and meet the clients ‘s needs.
Manage a team of business analysts and provide leadership and direction for selecting solutions.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: 3 – 4 Year National Diploma / Degree in Software Engineering/ Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant qualification equivalent to NQF Level 6.
Certification: Vendor certification for applications will be an added advantage.
Experience: A minimum of 8 years in the ICT field, including IT Governance, IT Planning, systems development/procurement, implementation and maintenance/enhancements of integrated solutions across multiple hardware and software platforms with leadership, management, operational responsibility in a large corporate/public sector organisation including: minimum 3 years’ experience in a management/leadership level/role. Experience should include the following: application lifecycle management experience including:

Experience in business analysis and design.
Experience in process mapping and re-engineering.
Experience in data modelling.
Experience in business architecture as an added advantage.
Experience in developing software and software component integration as an added advantage.
Experience with large to very large enterprise environments which include multiple site locations with hands-on requirements gathering elicitation and facilitation experience.
Experience in designing, developing, and writing specifications for solutions, reports and interfaces.
Experience in preparing business, technical designs, training, and deployment documentation.
Extensive experience in interacting with customers.

Technical Competencies Description
Application Solution/Systems Development, Maintenance & Implementation. In-depth knowledge of SDLC methodologies and best practices. Knowledge of Agile/Scrum project methodologies. In-depth technical knowledge of application software. Understanding of software development concepts and processes. Knowledge of formal project management concepts and methodologies. Ability to manage multiple system development projects at once and facilitate project team activities. Knowledge and understanding of PFMA. Knowledge of Business Change, Business Change Management, Requirements Definition and Management.
Other Special Requirements N/A

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;
1. Register using your ID and personal information;
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
3. Log in using your username and password;
4. Click on “Employment & Labour;
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs;
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour;
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered
Closing Date: 15 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer, and this position will be filled based on the Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance scorecard contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY -2457

Re – advertisement
REFERENCE NR : VAC00534/26
JOB TITLE : Advanced: Software Developer
JOB LEVEL : D3
SALARY : R 760 490 - R 1 140 736
REPORT TO : Technical Manager
DIVISION : Application Maintenance & Development
DEPARTMENT : DOD Unique
LOCATION : SITA Erasmuskloof
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
The role will be responsible to execute complex application development, maintenance projects and services and provide innovative solutions and products that resolve challenges of government service delivery. The Advance Software Developer will be responsible for guiding and executing the design, development, and execution of complex services and projects of ICT solutions.

Key Responsibility Areas

Lead the development of functional requirements that articulate clear and concise project deliverables that are compatible with user expectations
Deliver feasibility and cost-benefit analysis, including choice of application architecture to enhance the overall application development process
Lead, and execute complex software development and customization projects spanning multiple environments to ensure that it is successfully delivered
Lead and develop/ customize complex applications services solutions by studying information needs; consulting with clients, studying systems flow, data usage and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle using SITAs software development stack/ development framework.
Lead and execute maintenance of integrated IT software components using SITAs software development stack/ development framework
Ensure execution of and participate in comprehensive test activities to test program functionality for new and existing applications in compliance with SITA test methods and testing techniques using SITA approved testing tools
Lead, manage and execute packaging and releasing of integrated IT software components in accordance with ICT standards and the enterprise architecture for Government
Evaluate existing applications responsible for and understand how to modernize.

Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualification: Matric with more than 10 years’ experience in COBOL/IMS and Assembler programming.
Certification: Vendor certification for applications will be an added advantage.
Experience: A minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in the application/systems development, implementation and maintenance/enhancements of integrated solutions across multiple hardware and software platforms with senior operational responsibility in a large corporate/public sector organisation with minimum of ten (10) years as Senior Software Developer including: Mainframe, COBOL IMS, Assembler programming and related software development. Extensive experience within Applications Technical solution design in multiple business domains. Extensive Experience in integration. Extensive experience in CA Harvest, Endevor, Dumpmaster, SmartTest. The following experience will be an added advantage: Experience in DevOps and Agile Methodologies Experience in applications modernization.

Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: ICT Governance and Compliance. Extensive knowledge to design test plans according to the software requirements specification. Extensive knowledge of the software development process and its technologies. Programming Languages. Development, Implementation and Integration Methodologies, including Testing, Packaging and Release. IT Quality Management. Business Process Management. General Management, including Business, Human Resource. Management and General Financial Management. ICT Procurement practices. IT Security and ICT Standards. COTS (Commercial of the Shelf) Products. OSS (Open Source Software) Products. Application Maintenance and Support. Enterprise architecture framework (TOGAF, Zachman, FEAF, MODAF, GWEA Framework, MIOS). Extensive knowledge of user interfaces designs. Extensive knowledge of solution Integration strategies and tools Comprehensive knowledge of Cloud Computing Extensive knowledge of source control and version control tools like Git and SVN Comprehensive knowledge of virtualization and containerization Comprehensive knowledge of DevOps ( Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Testing, Continuous Monitoring Infrastructure as Code, Config Management) Comprehensive knowledge of Agile Methodologies (Feature-Driven Development, Test- Driven Development, Scrum, Extreme Programming) Extensive knowledge of coding Extensive knowledge of software testing techniques and tools Extensive knowledge of software team leadership.

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process
1. Register using your ID and personal information
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration
3. Log in using your username and password
4. Click on “Employment & Labour
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs

For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered

Closing Date: 15 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves a right not to make an appointment.
Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance score card contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY - 2454

REFERENCE NR : VAC00420/26
JOB TITLE : Consultant: Functional Application Support JOB LEVEL : D1
SALARY : R 558 347 – R 837 521
REPORT TO : Lead Consultant: Functional Application Support DIVISION : Application Development and Maintenance
DEPT : IFASS: Transversal and Unique Systems
LOCATION : Pretoria (SITA Erasmuskloof & Onsite at Client)
POSITION STATUS : 12 - Months - Fixed Term Contract (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
To provide Functional Application Support services related to specific clients and application systems according to service elements as specified in the applicable service level agreements.

Key Responsibility Areas

Provide Business Advisory Services. Oversee and Provide Functional Application Support service.
Implement functional system enhancements / changes in accordance with client request and advise client on future developments
Coordinate GIS projects between client and ESRI and support the implementation of the clients GIS Strategy.
Provide Integrated Management information support solutions to clients and management.
Pro-actively manage risks that might affect SITA’s performance and delivery to clients.
Management and reporting on Planned vs Actual work Deliverables.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: 3 year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in ICT/GIS/Remote Sensing, Registered as a GISc Professional at SA Geomatics council (SAGC)
Experience: 5-6 years’ experience/exposure in ICT services/industry, with at least 3 years’ experience in implementation of ArcGIS Enterprise Technology & Esri ArcGIS Enterprise (COTS) Software.

Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Good understanding of the client business. (Business processes, policies and/or business operations). Business Process Management (BPM). Software integration testing, system integration testing, user acceptance testing and implementation of acceptance testing procedures. Understanding of enterprise business systems. ICT strategies and development of operational plans. Good ICT industry exposure with Application development / support trends (new/unusual/ground-breaking solutions). Software configuration/release management principles. System implementation methodologies. managing ICT Projects. Master data management. Information management. People management, business advisory role and continuous reporting on planned and achieved deliverables. Customer Relationship management. SITA Internal processes. Functional Support Methodologies. IT Security standards and practices. URS Development. Interface management. Esri ArcGIS Enterprise (COTS) Software. Experience in setting up and managing ArcSDE environment and ensuring technical stability of GIS applications via product and project management.

Other Special Requirements

GIS Services in line with Govt Committee for Spatial Information and Governmental Standards.
Knowledge of Water & Sanitation Sector (Department of Water & Sanitation) will be an advantage.

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;

Register using your ID and personal information;
Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
Log in using your username and password;
Click on “Employment & Labour;
Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs;

Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:

Click on “Employment & Labour;
Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
Login using your username and password
Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs

For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered

Closing Date: 14 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on the Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance scorecard contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY -2456

REFERENCE NR : VAC00472/26
JOB TITLE : Senior Project Manager
JOB LEVEL : D3
SALARY : R 760 490 – R 1 140 736
REPORT TO : Programme Manager
DIVISION : National Consulting & Regional Services
DEPARTMENT : Cluster Business Management
LOCATION : SITA Erasmuskloof
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
To manage complex SITA internal/external project(s) following the SITA project management methodology, within a defined service/product/customer portfolio under the supervision of a Programme Manager/Line Manager.

Key Responsibility Area
INITIATION PROJECT - Effectively applies project management principles to Initiate and Plan the project.
MANAGE PRODUCT DELIVERY - Manage product delivery to ensure successful delivery of the project.
PROJECT CONTROL - Monitor and Control project activities to ensure successful delivery of the project objectives within budget, scope, time and quality according to plan.
PROJECT CONTROL-FINANCE - Consolidate, Monitor and control Project costs and revenue to ensure delivery of the Project within budget and profitability guidelines.
PROJECT CONTROL-RISK - Monitor and Control project risks and issues.
PROJECT CLOSURE - Close Project according to company policy.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: Must have a 3-Year National Diploma / Degree in a relevant discipline - at least NQF level 6
Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Prince 2 Practitioner Certification and/or Agile PM Practitioner.
Experience: A minimum of 7-8 years working experience, including: • At least 4 years Project management experience managing complex projects, • At least 4 years working experience in an IT environment and • At least 4 years in public sector IT environment.

Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Public sector / Government organization; Information Technology management; ICT Services; System Engineering methods and Governance; Project Management Office (PMO) Management; Project management methodologies (PMBOK, Agile PM and Prince 2); PPM Governance. Computer Literacy: SITA Business Planning system (BPS), Oracle ERP; Project Schedule Management (PSM); Oracle Time & Labour(OTL); MS Office; MS Projects.
Technical Competencies: Business Writing, Customer Relationship Management, General Administration, IT Project Management, Project/Programme Management,
Interpersonal/behavioural competencies: Active listening, Attention to Detail, Analytical thinking, Disciplined, Resilience, and Stress Management.
Other Special Requirements N/A

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;
1. Register using your ID and personal information;
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
3. Log in using your username and password;
4. Click on “Employment & Labour;
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs;
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour;
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered

Closing Date: 14 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on the Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance scorecard contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY - 2455
REFERENCE NR : VAC00724/26 & VAC00725/26
JOB TITLE : Specialist: Legal and Regulatory Compliance X2
JOB LEVEL : C5
SALARY : R 478 420 - R 717 630
REPORT TO : Consultant: Legal and Regulatory Compliance
DIVISION : GRCI: Governance, Risk, Compliance & Integrity
DEPT : Compliance
LOCATION : SITA Centurion
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
Provision of Compliance Risk Management services to SITA internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibility Areas

Update the Compliance Universe.
Develop Compliance Risk Management Plans (CRMPs)
Monitor the level of compliance with legislation on an ongoing basis.
Assist in Developing and Compliance Governance Documents.
Train staff on Regulatory compliance requirements.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: LLB degree or B Proc. Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate.
Experience: 3 - 5 years’ experience in a corporate environment of which at least two (2) years should be in compliance. Experience in an audit or risk environment will be an added advantage.
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Knowledge on applicable laws; Risk management; Record Management.
Other Special Requirements N/A

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process

Register using your ID and personal information
Use received one-time pin to complete the registration
Log in using your username and password
Click on “Employment & Labour
Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs

Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:

Click on “Employment & Labour
Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
Login using your username and password
Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs

For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered.
Closing Date: 13 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer, and this position will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number for the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance score card contract, verification of the applicant’s documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY -2453

REFERENCE NR : VAC00884
JOB TITLE : Advanced Software Developer
JOB LEVEL : D3
SALARY : R 760 490 – R 1 140 736
REPORT TO : Technical Manager
DIVISION : Application Development & Maintenance
DEPARTMENT : AM: Digital Services
LOCATION : SITA Centurion
POSITION STATUS : 24 - Months - Fixed Term Contract (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
To develop, test, implement, debug, document, release, maintenance and enhancement of integrated software applications, in accordance with ICT standards and the enterprise architecture for Government.

Key Responsibility Area

Lead the development of functional requirements that articulate clear and concise project deliverables that are compatible with user expectations.
Deliver feasibility and cost-benefit analysis, including choice of application architecture to enhance the overall application development process.
Lead and execute complex software development and customisation projects spanning multiple environments to ensure that it is successfully delivered.
Lead and develop/ customise complex applications services solutions by studying information needs; consulting with clients, studying systems flow, data usage and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle using SITAs software development stack/ development framework.
Lead and execute maintenance of integrated IT software components using SITAs software development stack/ development framework.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum:3-year National Diploma in IT / Degree in Software Engineering/ Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant qualification equivalent to NQF Level 6.
Certification: Vendor certification for applications will be an added advantage.
Experience: A minimum 7 years’ experience with full software development lifecycle (SLDC), including solution development, operational responsibility in a large corporate/public sector organisation.
The experience must include:
Experience in solution analysis, and development for the development, implementation and maintenance/enhancements of systems within the corporate/public sector, including:

Successfully developed and implemented applications
Software development team leadership competency
Software development deliverable effort planning, estimations and execution management
Developed efficient and effective IT solutions to diverse and complex business problems.
Extensive experience with a wide variety of database management systems and maintenance.
Extensive experience with a wide variety of programming languages and technologies.
Extensive experience with working on multiple tasks and report status. Experience in interacting with customers.

Technical experience: Comprehensive knowledge and experience with.NET Framework, one or more of the major programming languages, C#, ASP.NET MVC, HTML. Comprehensive knowledge and experience with one or more of the major database systems, MySQL, MsSQL, Oracle, MS Access, etc Comprehensive Teamworking experience. Strong knowledge of source control and version control tools.

Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: ICT Governance and Compliance. Extensive knowledge to design test plans according to the software requirements specification. Extensive knowledge of the software development process and its technologies. Programming Languages. Development, Implementation and Integration Methodologies, including Testing, Packaging and Release. IT Quality Management. Business Process Management. General Management, including Business, Human Resource. Management and General Financial Management. ICT Procurement practices. IT Security and ICT Standards. COTS (Commercial of the Shelf) Products. OSS (Open Source Software) Products. Application Maintenance and Support. Enterprise architecture framework (TOGAF, Zachman, FEAF, MODAF, GWEA Framework, MIOS). Extensive knowledge of user interfaces designs. Extensive knowledge of solution Integration strategies and tools Comprehensive knowledge of Cloud Computing Extensive knowledge of source control and version control tools like Git and SVN Comprehensive knowledge of virtualisation and containerisation Comprehensive knowledge of DevOps (Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Testing, Continuous Monitoring Infrastructure as Code, Config Management) Comprehensive knowledge of Agile Methodologies (Feature-Driven Development, Test-Driven Development, Scrum, Extreme Programming) Extensive knowledge of coding Extensive knowledge of software testing techniques and tools Extensive knowledge of software team leadership.
Other Special Requirements N/A

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;
1. Register using your ID and personal information;
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
3. Log in using your username and password;
4. Click on “Employment & Labour;
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs;
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour;
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs

For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered

Closing Date: 12 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on the Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance scorecard contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY -2452

REFERENCE NR : VAC00436/26 & VAC00666/26
JOB TITLE : Senior Software Developer X2
JOB LEVEL : D2
SALARY : R 651 627 - R 977 440
REPORT TO : Technical Manager
DIVISION : Application Development & Maintenance
DEPARTMENT : Application Maintenance
LOCATION : SITA Centurion
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
To lead the design, implementation, debugging, documentation, release and maintenance of software-based solutions, write code and enhance software/systems in accordance with ICT standards and the enterprise architecture for Government.

Key Responsibility Area

Leads Code Reviews for accuracy and functionality, participate in suggesting and supporting coding best practices and provide feedback on code quality.
Supervision of the Software development team.
Provide maintenance and enhancement support of the existing systems.
Implementation, debugging, documentation and release of the software solutions.
Lead the design and development of new features for the software systems, and improvement of the existing ones.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: 3-Year National Diploma in IT / Degree in Software Engineering/ Computer Science /Information Technology or relevant qualification equivalent to NQF Level 6.
Experience: 6-7 years’ experience with full software development lifecycle (SLDC), including solution development, operational responsibility in a large corporate/public sector organisation. The experience must include Experience in solution analysis, and development for the development, implementation and maintenance/enhancements of systems within the corporate/public sector, including: Successfully developed and implemented applications Software development team leadership competency Software development deliverable effort planning, estimations and execution management Developed efficient and effective IT solutions to diverse and complex business problems. Extensive experience with a wide variety of database management systems and maintenance. Extensive experience with a wide variety of programming languages and technologies. Extensive experience with working on multiple tasks and report status. Experience in interacting with customers.

Experience must include:

Experience with base installation Intelligent capture or Documentum.
Experience with maintaining and supporting Captiva InputAccel/Intelligent capture or Documentum environments.
Development and implementation of Intelligent Capture or Documentum Solutions.
Understanding of Intelligent Capture or Documentum architecture.

Technical Competencies Description
Solid understanding of computer science including algorithms, data structures, operating systems and databases. ICT Governance and Compliance Governance e.g. Cobit and ITIL Strong knowledge to design test plans according to the software requirements specification. Broad and extensive knowledge of the software development process and its technologies. Extensive knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of software requirements specifications, models and designs. Strong knowledge of user interfaces. Strong knowledge of solution Integration strategies and tools Working knowledge of Cloud Computing Strong knowledge source control and version control tools like Git and SVN Working knowledge of virtualisation and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Working knowledge of DevOps (Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Testing, Continuous Monitoring Infrastructure as Code, Config Management) Working knowledge of Agile Methodologies(Feature-Driven Development, Test-Driven Development, Scrum, Extreme Programming) Extensive background in coding Extensive knowledge of software testing techniques and tools Extensive knowledge of software team leadership IT Quality Management e.g. ISO9001 and CMMI IT Security ICT Standards COTS (Commercial of the Shelf) Products OSS (Open Source Software) Products IT Strategies and Architectures Strong knowledge of data integration tools Execution of Architecture methods and practices e.g. TOGAF and GWEA.

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;
1. Register using your ID and personal information;
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
3. Log in using your username and password;
4. Click on “Employment & Labour;
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs;
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour;
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered

Closing Date: 12 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on the Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance scorecard contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

VACANCY -2450

REFERENCE NR : VAC00688/26, VAC00713/24 & VAC00503/25
JOB TITLE : Senior Software Developer (JAVA) X3
JOB LEVEL : D2
SALARY : R 651 627 - R 977 440
REPORT TO : Technical Manager
DIVISION : Application Development and Maintenance
DEPT : Application Development Services
LOCATION : SITA Centurion
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
To lead the design, implementation, debugging, documentation, release and maintenance of software-based solutions, write code and enhance software/systems in accordance with ICT standards and the enterprise architecture for Government.

Key Responsibility Areas

Lead the design and development of new features for the software systems, and improvement of the existing ones;
Implementation, debugging, documentation and release of the software solutions;
Provide maintenance and enhancement support of the existing systems;
Perform software systems coding assignments and testing
Supervision of the Software development team.
Develop integrated Technical Service Specifications for single or multiple software components to clearly set direction for building software components

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: 3 years National Higher Diploma/ Bachelor's degree in ICT (Computer Science, Information Systems, Technology and Engineering) or related field.
Experience: 6 -7 years' experience working as a Full stack JAVA software developer within a large corporate/public sector organisation. Experience in leading the delivery of software development solution working in collaboration with other disciplines. A solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SLDC) and Agile methodology. Experience in Spring/Spring Boot and JAVA EE related frameworks, use of frontend technologies (Angular), ORM Tools (JPA, Spring Data, Hibernate), Integration technologies and Relational databases (Oracle, MySQL etc.). The candidate must have successfully developed and implemented applications and provided leadership within the project. Extensive experience with a wide variety of database management systems. Extensive experience with a wide variety of programming languages and technologies. Extensive experience with working on multiple tasks and report status. Experience in interacting with customers.

Technical Competencies Description
Solid understanding of computer science including algorithms, data structures, operating systems and databases. Experience in Web Application Technologies (Servlets, JSF, JSP, JSTL, HTML, CSS, BOOTSFACES, PRIMEFACES, etc.). Experience using the following application servers to develop: Oracle WebLogic, WebSphere and WildFly or JAVA related application servers. ICT Governance and Compliance Governance e.g. Cobit and ITIL Strong knowledge to design test plans according to the software requirements specification. Broad and extensive knowledge of the software development process and its technologies. Extensive knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of software requirements specifications, models and designs. Strong knowledge of user interfaces. Strong knowledge of solution Integration strategies and tools Working knowledge of Cloud Computing Strong knowledge of source control and version control tools like Git and SVN. Working knowledge of virtualisation and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes). Working knowledge of DevOps (Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Testing, Continuous Monitoring Infrastructure as Code, Config Management) Working knowledge of Agile Methodologies(Feature-Driven Development, Test-Driven Development, Scrum, Extreme Programming) Extensive background in coding Extensive knowledge of software testing techniques and tools Extensive knowledge of software team leadership IT Quality Management e.g. ISO9001 and CMMI IT Security ICT Standards COTS (Commercial of the Shelf) Products OSS (Open Source Software) Products IT Strategies and Architectures Strong knowledge of data integration tools Execution of Architecture methods and practices e.g. TOGAF and GWEA
Technical competencies: Application Development, Application Maintenance and Support, Database Administration.
Leadership competencies: Customer Experience, Collaboration, Communicating and Influencing, and Honesty, Integrity, Fairness, Outcomes driven, Innovation, Planning and Organising, Creative Problem Solving, Managing People and Driving Performance, Decision-making and Responding to Change and Pressure.
Other Special Requirements N/A.

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process
1. Register using your ID and personal information
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration
3. Log in using your username and password
4. Click on “Employment & Labour
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
For queries/support egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882

Closing Date: 12 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves a right not to make an appointment.
Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance score card contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.
CV’s sent to incorrect email address will not be considered

VACANCY - 2449

REFERENCE NR : VAC00687/26
JOB TITLE : Software Developer (JAVA)
JOB LEVEL : C5
SALARY : R 478 420 - R 717 630
REPORT TO : Technical Manager
DIVISION : Application Development and Maintenance
DEPARTMENT : Applications Development Services
LOCATION : SITA Centurion
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)

Purpose of the job
To research, design, install, test and maintain and enhance software systems write and coding of individual programmes in accordance with ICT standards and the enterprise architecture for Government.

Key Responsibility Area

Develop/Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency using SITAs software development technology stack/framework.
Implementation, debugging, documentation and release of the software solutions.
Perform software/systems coding assignments and testing.
Develop integrated Technical Service Specifications for single or multiple software components to clearly set direction for building software components.

Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualification: 3 Year Diploma / Degree in ICT (Computer Science, Information Systems, Technology and Engineering) or related field.
Experience: 3 - 5 years’ experience working as a Full stack JAVA software developer within a large corporate/public sector organisation. A solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SLDC) and Agile methodology. Experience in Spring/Spring Boot and JAVA EE related frameworks, use of frontend technologies (Angular), ORM Tools (JPA, Spring Data, Hibernate) and Relational databases (Oracle, MySQL etc.).

Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Understanding of computer science including algorithms, data structures, operating systems and databases. Experience in Web Application Technologies (Servlets, JSF, JSP, JSTL, HTML, CSS, BOOTSFACES, PRIMEFACES, etc.). Understanding of the user requirement process. Understand various tools and techniques in identifying functional requirements of software. Knowledge of Governance e.g. Cobit and ITIL Knowledge of the software development process and its technologies Knowledge to design and develop test plans and software simulator to facilitate different levels of testing. Knowledge to report the results of different levels of testing report, the discrepancies between the software and its related documents. Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models. Understand the requirements for verification and validation of design documentations, verify and validate different levels of software/system design. Development methodologies (e.g. RUP, OpenUp, Agile), SDLC COTS (Commercial of the Shelf) Products Security (Software and Technologies). Software Development Fundamentals. Software Requirements. Comprehensive knowledge of software testing techniques and tools. Comprehensive Team-working experience.
Other Special Requirements N/A

How to apply
To apply please log onto the e-Government Portal: www.eservices.gov.za and follow the following process;
1. Register using your ID and personal information;
2. Use received one-time pin to complete the registration;
3. Log in using your username and password;
4. Click on “Employment & Labour;
5. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs;
Or, if candidate has registered on eservices portal, access www.eservices.gov.za, then follow the below steps:
1. Click on “Employment & Labour;
2. Click on “Recruitment Citizen”
3. Login using your username and password
4. Click on “Recruitment Citizen” to create profile, update profile, browse and apply for jobs
For queries/support contact egovsupport@sita.co.za OR call 080 1414 882
CV`s sent to the above email addresses will not be considered

Closing Date: 12 August 2025

Disclaimer
SITA is an Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on the Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Preference will be given to members of designated groups.

If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
The appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance scorecard contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.

ERRATUM

The below-mentioned position, advertised in the Sunday Times on 25 May 2025 as well as on the SITA Website; Affirmative Portfolios Website, Social media platforms, is hereby withdrawn and substituted by the following under-mentioned advertisement. Applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply
:R2 783 486 to R4 175 230

PURPOSE OF THE JOB :
To strategically transform and effectively position SITA to be a lead Government ICT organisation that will enable public sector service delivery within its mandate and to direct the development of long-term objectives, policies, budgets and operating plans for SITA in achieve core business goals and build a customer focused organisation to ensure overall viability and success.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :
A minimum (NQF Level 8) qualification or relevant qualification in ICT related engineering including Electrical Engineering, ICT/IT, or related field. All qualifications obtained outside the Republic of South Africa must be SAQA accredited at the behest and expense of the candidate.
Master’s degree (NQF Level 9) in Business or areas above will be an added advantage
Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience at a Senior Management level, of which five (5) years should be on Executive Management level with experience of dealing with the Board of Directors or equivalent structure of governance.
Experience in the development and implementation of organisational turnaround- plans will be a distinct advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Oversee the strategic corporate risks and mitigating strategies and oversee successful implementation thereof.
Monitor changes within the statutory provisions and national standards to ensure strategic organisational legal and regulatory compliance.
Direct the necessary activities to ensure compliance with corporate governance – PFMA, KING IV and other legislative provision.
Ongoing interaction with all relevant stakeholders. Oversee and finalise the development of financial plans on an on-going basis, this includes revenue forecasting, fair pricing and fair practices.
Develop long term Corporate Strategy and Intent, oversee implementation thereof, and corporate business plan to achieve organisational mandate.
Develop and implement annual performance plan.
Oversee the establishment and implementation of a customer-focused organisation
Ensure strategic alignment of the organisation within the business in terms of vision, mission values, ethics, policy, and governance.
Ensure that all transformation components/requirements are met and aligned to the strategy in compliance with the legislative shareholder and strategic requirements.
Ensure that policies are implemented in the business to serve as the framework within which to operate.
Ensure effective, efficient, and strategic execution of SITA strategy.
Ensure that policies are implemented in the business to serve as the framework within which to operate.
Carry the legal accountability as a statutory director for ensuring compliance in respect of fiduciary duties and corporate governance, as a member of executive leadership.
Serve as an executive director of the Board.
Ensure sufficient funds are generated to ensure the long-term viability of SITA.
Oversee the alignment of budgets with organisational strategic objectives.
Oversight and reporting of operational expenditures.
Ensure financial performance targets are set and achieved.
Direct the capital expenditure budget needed for macro projects.
Ensure financial performance and ensure statutory compliance.
Approval of budget and expenditure.
Lead and manage the EXCO team in the achievement of set organisational objectives and targets by ensuring that the company is a high performing entity and ensure that the values and ethical Codes of Conduct of SITA must always be displayed.
Ensure that the Executive team’s roles and responsibilities are clarified, performance objectives are set and managed and conduct
Executive performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective actions where necessary.
Ensure that an Executive succession plan is implemented.
Build a proactive environment where the executive team can take responsibility for results.
Manage strategic Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Ensure that Employment Equity targets are set and achieved.
Ensure identification of critical skills essential for the sustainability of service delivery and the development of succession plans.
Give feedback to relevant stakeholders on bargaining councils, employee management headcount related issues, legislature around people management-related requirements, consequence management, feedback to labour the ministry, legislature, to relevant structures of government around the restructuring of the organisation and its impact on government.

Should you wish to apply for the position use the following links:
SITA Website; Affirmative Portfolios Website, Social media platforms; Twitter; Facebook and Linked-In.

NB: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A CV; CERTIFIED COPIES OF IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENT; DRIVER’S LICENSE AND QUALIFICATIONS. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION.

Applications can be directed to: https://affirmativeportfolios.co.za/sita/

Telephonic enquiries: Mr Eugene Geldenhuys (011 883 5035; Cell 066 4198654) Email enquiries\:eugeneg@affirm.co.za

CLOSING DATE: 10 AUGUST 2025 (16:00)

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