Assistant Director: (Eden), Ref No. WCMD 58/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) have an exciting employment opportunity for a suitable qualified and competent individual to influence road user behaviour by conducting road safety education and awareness interventions in the Eden Region. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours 
and meet tight deadlines.

Tracking Number

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Remuneration

R 487 197- R 573 897 per annum (Salary level 9)

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 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. 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.1,098,195

Oversee the planning of road safety education and awareness interventions in the Eden Region; Ensure that the road safety targets are reached in the West Coast Region to enhance road safety and service delivery; Accounting for progress and performance; Competent asset stewardship; Managerial functions.

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) at NQF 6 in Education, Communication, PubliRelations, Project Management and Social Science.; A minimum of 3 years experience at supervisory level in a road safety management working environment or related fields; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).

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

Knowledge of 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; provide traffic safety education; plan and execute road safety interventions; create awareness and inform road users about traffic safety projects and road safety issues; market heavy-duty driver training assistance; monitor services rendered by driver training schools; manage projects; implement operational management practices; manage public service procedures, processes and systems;

Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions;

Other: plan and organise activities; conduct analysis; compile and write reports; communicate effectively; deliver presentations; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; solve problems; perform supervisory functions; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; travel regularly away from the office when required.