Assistant Director:Transport Policy Development and Research

North West: Department of Community Safety & Transport Management · North West

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REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent plus a three-year National Diploma / Bachelor's degree as recognised by SAQA in Transport Management/ Transport and logistics Management / Transport Economics NQF level 6.
Three 03 to Five 05 years relevant work experience in Transport Management of which two 2 years must be at supervisory salary level 7/8 level in Transport Management environment or transport Policy Development and Research. Project Management Course will be an added advantage. A valid Driving License. Computer Literacy.
Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of National Land Transport Act, Act no 5 of 2009, White Paper on National Transport Policy, 2021. Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Skills: Basic research and data analysis skills. Facilitation and Good presentation skills. Interpersonal and report writing skill. Good verbal and written communication. Ability to function independently and as a team. Willingness to travel and work irregular hours. Problem solving skills and decision making. Ability to manage personnel as well as Government resources.
Ability to formulate, interpret and implement policies. Work ethics and integrity. Ability to adhere to strict deadlines. Organizing, planning and stakeholder liaison skills. Conflict management and negotiation skills.

Manage the facilitation and coordination for the development of Provincial Transport Legislation, Policy and Strategies. Manage the implementation and monitoring of Transport Legislations, Policies and Strategies. Manage the liaison with internal and external stakeholders for the purpose of developing, monitoring and evaluating Transport Legislations, Policies and Strategies.
Represent the Sub -Directorate on various Committees and Task Teams in relation to the development, implementation and monitoring Transport Legislations, Policies and Strategies.
Provide support to the Department in the compilation of all specific reports and presentations. Prepare operational budget needs, monitor and report expenditure of the Sub-Directorate: Transport Policy and Research. Management of projects. Compile monthly and quarterly reports for the sub-directorate.