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POST 07/244 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LAND TRANSPORT SYSTEMS,

🏒 PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE GOVERNMENT πŸ“ Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. ⏳ Closes: 23 Mar 2026 β›” Closed 🧾 Post: 07/244 # Ref: . WCMD 77/2025 R1
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This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 23 Mar 2026.

Key details

Salary
R468 459 - β€’ per annum
Centre
Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
Reference
. WCMD 77/2025 R1
Closing date
23 Mar 2026

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Overview
Join the Western Cape Government to lead data and technology management for land transport systems, ensuring effective stakeholder collaboration and compliance.

Requirements

Competencies

  • Knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions
  • Transport related regulatory, legislation policies and frameworks
  • Land transport systems and/or ICT systems
  • Transport related information services
  • Integrated Transport Hub (ITH) as a central hub for information exchange
  • Optimisation of data management processes
  • Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function
  • Project management
  • Operational management practices. Skills needed: Numeracy
  • Literacy
  • Computer Literacy
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Accounting, Finance and Audit
  • Analytical thinking
  • Planning
  • Organising
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting.

Duties

ITH Data and Technology Management; Data Integration and Management; Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration; Risk Management and Compliance; Managerial Functions; Experience in Land transport systems and/or ICT systems.


How to apply

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 DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER WESTERN CAPE GOVERNMENT
CLOSING DATE: 23 March 2026

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Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.

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.

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. OTHER POSTS

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