Job Description

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government, has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individuals to improve road safety education in the Metro: East/North Region with the aim of improving service delivery that is changing the behaviour of all road users, resulting in a reduction of road user fatalities, pedestrians in particular. 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) in Education, Communication, Public Relations, Project Management and Social Science; A minimum of 1 year experience in a road safety management working environment or related fields.; A Valid (code B or higher) driving licence.



NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Render support with the planning and execution of road safety interventions in the Metro: East/North Region; Accounting for progress and performance; Render support to achieve road safety targets in the Metro: East/North Region in accordance with set standards to enhance service delivery; Competent stewardship.

Competencies

Knowledge in the following:

Provisioning of traffic safety education; Planning and execution of road safety interventions; Creation of awareness and inform road users of traffic safety projects and road safety issues; Marketing of products and services to a variety of target groups; Planning of: Strategy planning process; Project management process; Strategic thinking process; Performance management process; General support systems;

Skills needed:

Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Organising; Problem-solving; Report-writing; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines; Willingness to regularly travel away from office.

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

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.

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