Assistant Director: Traffic Law Fee Collection and Disbursement, Ref No. WCMD 53/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government, has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the collection and disbursement of traffic law fees, including registration and licensing fees, miscellaneous fees, and statutory payments. This post is stationed in Cape Town.

Tracking Number

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Remuneration

R 497 197-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.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from08:00 to 16.00, you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contactthe enquiries person as indicated in the advert

Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Traffic Law Fees Management; Policy, Compliance and Advisory Support; Manage Fees Collection and Disbursement Operations; Liaison and communication with various clients / stakeholders; Managerial functions. 

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.

Knowledge of and working experience with the following: 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; manage motor vehicle licensing fee collection and disbursement processes; manage RTMC transaction fee collection and disbursement processes; manage National Traffic Information (NaTIS) fee collection and disbursement processes; manage the driving licence card production account; manage driver fitness fee collection and disbursement processes; manage vehicle fitness fee collection and disbursement processes; manage financial management, monitoring and reporting procedures, systems and reports of the Directorate; 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; perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; plan and organise activities and resources; compile and write reports; provide leadership; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; deliver presentations; influence and motivate stakeholders; analyse information and data; perform legal administration; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; resolve conflicts; coach and mentor staff; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.