Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250724-2

Tracking Number

WCMD 74/2025

Job Title

Deputy Director: PRE Projects, Ref No. WCMD 74/2025

Department

Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level

11

Enquiries

Ms B Macmahon at (021) 483 0211

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Vangate Shared Services Centre, Athlone

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) Projects, Service Delivery initiatives and the administration of applications for operator licenses in the regions. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years middle management experience in a eNaTIS Systems Management working environment.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) Projects; Manage PRE Service Delivery initiatives and issues; Manage the provincial regulatory entity function in the regions (Eden and West-Coast, Winelands and Overberg); Oversee that the processing of applications for operating licenses is adhered to; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-Directorate; People Management; Financial Management.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements.

Skills needed:

Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Managerial; Leadership; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Policy Implementation (Impact on system); Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Facilitation and presentation; Problem-solving; Research.

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary Level 11)

Note on remuneration in addition Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from

Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

. Contact the helpline at

086 137 0214

. For all other queries relating to the position.