WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF MOBILITY VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. will be accepted. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: MOBILITY REF NO: DM 09/2023 
(5- Year Contract) 
SALARY : R1 590 747 per annum (Level 15), (all–inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Mobility, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) plus a postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 8 years’ senior management experience within the mobility/transport environment/industry of which 3 years must be with in any organ of state as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996. Recommendation: A postgraduate degree in Economics and/ or Future studies will serve as an advantage; Senior Management experience within the economic and mobility/transport sectors. Competencies: Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line function. Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function. Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management. Proven knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes. Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes. Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration. Proven knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems. Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape. Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector. Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes. Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements. Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments. Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day. Proven knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations. Proven knowledge and understanding of performance management in general. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure the delivery of an integrated mobility system in the Western Cape which includes the: Establishment and maintenance of strategic partnerships with the different spheres of government, SOE’s, NGO’S and the Private Sector. Strategic coordination and facilitation of the integration of public transport with relevant stakeholders. Strategic planning and rendering of effective services in the different modes of transport. Ensure the regulation of transport services. Ensure the rendering of effective services with regard to adjudication, issuing and cancelation of operating licenses, registration of public transport entities and members and the handling of mediation, conflicts and disputes. Manage vehicle administration and licensing. Promote and enhance traffic safety in the Province. Ensure the rendering of an effective traffic law enforcement service, provision of training to traffic police agencies, provision of education awareness to stakeholders and the development and implementation of District Safety Plans. Provide government motor transport services. Ensure the rendering of fleet services and ensure effective financial management services for GMT. Strategically enable the rendering of financial and support services to the Department. Shape transport in the province through the development of high level policies, strategies and programmes and the provision of research and systems for transport solutions. Ensure the rendering of operational management support services, financial management services and services delivered by the DOTP. Ensure the provision of effective and efficient services to the Provincial Minister. Play a leading and supporting role on different transversal and strategic platforms which include amongst others: Provincial Steering Committees. Provincial and National Transport/Mobility-related Forums and Committees. Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Department Drive the Departments’ strategy. Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Department. Evaluate the performance of the Department on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. Report to the Provincial Minister on a regular basis on the activities of the Department and on matters of substantial importance relating to Strategic management support. Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Department and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it. Foster and promote a culture of innovation the Department. Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Head of Department. Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Department’s Business Plan. Motivate, train and guide employees within the Department, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery. Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Department. Monitor information capacity building within the Department. Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Department. Promote sound labour relations within the Department. Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Department. Manage participation in the budgeting process of the Department. Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Department. Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Department’s budget and expenditure. Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Department. Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Department. Report to the Provincial Minister and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Department’s finances. Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Departments assets. Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to for the Department. Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Louise Esterhuyse Tel No: (021) 483 5856 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co