Director Transport jobs

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government, has an opportunity for a suitably qualified, competent and dynamic individual to render a secretarial support service to the Director: Provincial Transport Registration. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering secretarial/administrative support services to management/senior management.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director; Renders administrative support services; Provides support to Director regarding meetings; Supports the Director with the administration of the Director’s budget; Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. Act as Liaison between the PTR and internal and external stakeholders and role-players

Competencies

Knowledge of and working experience with the 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; manage public service procedures, processes and systems; manage financial processes in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions and other applicable financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; perform administrative procedures and processes; manage general office administration and database management; manage information and records; use relevant software packages and computer programmes effectively; use general information support systems such as BAS; use current technology, including social media and applications;

Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; perform legal and computer-related functions; communicate effectively in the required language; organise and plan activities effectively; manage people and interpersonal relationships; communicate effectively in writing; liaise and network with clients and stakeholders; compile and write reports; conduct research; solve problems; manage projects; uphold high ethical standards; maintain confidentiality;

Other: gather and analyse information; demonstrate self-management and motivation; maintain good telephone etiquette; demonstrate a high level of reliability; act with tact and discretion; communicate effectively with people at different levels and from diverse backgrounds; conduct research and analyse documents and situations; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines; maintain safety and security awareness.

Remuneration

R 338 106- R 398 277 per annum (Salary level 7)

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

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