ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LAND TRANSPORT SYSTEMS
Department of Social Development · western cape · Western Cape Mobility Department
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
- Reference
- WCMD 51/2026
- Salary band
- R 573 897
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Social Development Location: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government Salary: R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09) Requirements: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/ B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in information systems, business analysis/management and project management.; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory level experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. 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. Application instructions: 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 Enquiries: Mr N Hendricks Tel No: (021) 483 6904 244 Closing Date: 2026-11-09T23:59:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/ B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in information systems, business analysis/management and project management
- ✓A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory level experience
- ✓A valid code B (or higher) driving licence
- ✓NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply
- ✓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
Key responsibilities
- •ITH Data and Technology Management
- •Data Integration and Management
- •Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
- •Risk Management and Compliance
- •Managerial Functions
About Department of Social Development
Social Development is responsible for social welfare policy and services - social grants administration (via SASSA), child protection, support for people with disabilities, substance abuse services, and community development programmes.
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