Assistant Director: Transversal Support, Ref No. WCMD 59/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG), has an exciting employment opportunity for a suitable, qualified and competent individual to manage the general administrative support services for the Directorates Operator Licensing and Permits, Provincial Transport Registration and Transport Administration and Licensing. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, have the willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year qualification on NQF Level 6. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Provide financial support services; Manage the document management services; Manage the general administrative support duties;
Managerial functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of and working experience with: 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 projects; implement operational management practices; manage procurement and tendering processes; develop, implement, monitor and review policies and operational processes; manage public service procedures, processes and systems; manage public finance, human resources and related administrative processes; 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 general office administration and database management; manage performance management processes;

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: work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.

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.

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