Assistant Director: Provincial Regulatory Entity (West Coast)Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) at NQF 6;
• A minimum of 3-years relevant experience at supervisory level.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge in the following:
• Implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; apply the National Land Transport Act (Act No.
• 5 of 2009); apply the Road Transportation Act (Act No.
• 74 of 1977); apply the Western Cape Road Transportation Amendment Law Act (Act No.
• 8 of 1996); apply the National Land Transport Regulations, 2009; manage the functions, activities, processes and procedures of a Walk-In-Centre; process applications for operating licences; manage financial management, monitoring and reporting procedures, systems and reports of the Directorate; perform general office administration and database management; manage financial processes in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions and other applicable financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements;
• Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; plan and organise activities; compile and write reports; provide leadership; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; deliver presentations; influence and motivate stakeholders; analyse information and data;
• Other: maintain effective interpersonal relationships; resolve conflicts; coach and mentor staff; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.

Duties

• Manage the issuing of operating licenses in the region;
• Manage enquiries and complaints;
• Liaise with different stakeholders in the industry;
• Ensure accurate Reporting, Analysis and Record Keeping;
• Managerial functions.

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Notes from the department

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
• Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• 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, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
• Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.