• Reference Number : REFS/057035
• Directorate : ROAD SAFETY CENTRAL CORRIDOR
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 487 197.00 per annum plus service benefits
• Enquiries : Call Mr. Tshidiso Chabane/ Ms. Dolly Seboane/ Tlalane Koenane 011 689 3845/ 3723/ 3847

Requirements :

• A Grade 12 certificate plus a relevant tertiary qualification (3-year Diploma/Degree or equivalent). 3 years' experience at administrative/ supervisory level in the field of Road Safety. All valid relevant driving licenses (A and EC). No criminal record or any pending cases against you. Knowledge and Skills: Relevant legislative and Policy framework. Knowledge and understanding of Road Safety Plan. Project management. Strategic planning. PSR and PFMA. Understanding of the strategic plan for the department. Knowledge and understanding of departmental strategic priorities and programmes. Records management. Resource management. Customer relationship management. Performance management. Finance management. Conflict management. Projects management. Self-management. Time management. Risk management. Change management. Public Information Management. Networking. Handling pressure. Diversity. Decision-making. Interpersonal relations. Strategic thinking and planning. Probing. Negotiation. Written and oral communication. Report writing. Presentation and facilitation skills. Public speaking.

Duties :

• Assist to coordinate institutional arrangements for effective implementation of the GSS. Assist with the alignment of Road Safety activities within and outside the Department. Assist with the implementation of road safety strategies as per national department (NDoT) directive to schools and the general public. Ensure Public Education through training of road users and communities with the focus on Community outreach programmes, road shows and promotional projects. Ensure training of all Gauteng educators on road safety education. Assist with coordination and management of Gauteng Pedestrian Management plan with all stakeholders. Development and implementation of the operational plan for the regional office. Effective performance management and capacity building of the regional staff. Recommend Disciplinary hearing against any Officer under your jurisdiction who is reasonably suspected of having committed an act of Misconduct in the execution of their duties. Manage grievances according to prescribed procedures. Facilitate at least one team building activity per quarter. Ensure that leave is utilized and managed according to the relevant policies and instructions. Develop and implement in-service training programme and monitor formal training needs of the unit. Monitor and evaluate operational performance of the region to ensure continuous alignment and development. Ensure the management of Performance Management and Development System as per the approved PMDS policy. Ensure proper record keeping of activities of the centre including minutes of every meeting convened. Compile monthly reports and submit. Attend operational meetings and any other meeting as required by strategic leadership. Manage assets as per inventories of the centre. Ensuring appropriate use of all facilities. Ensure effective loss control measures are in place to address loss of equipment's. Monitor vehicle costs for costs for the station/centre and identify and monitor members involved in accidents and ensure that motor vehicle fleet is managed properly and that vehicles are in good running order. Coordinate stakeholder relations with other state departments, NGOs, Road Safety Officials and Law enforcement agencies (LEAS). Identify relevant risks. Develop plan to address risks. Implement and monitor risk plan. Monitor monthly expenditure and inspection reports from Province and implement corrective action in problem areas. Regular budget and management discussions as part of management meetings. Document overtime planning based on priorities. Participate in budget planning as required by the province. Respond to requests from head office regarding financial queries within provided time limits. Monitor and manage the procurement needs of the centre. Evaluate progress. Coordinate Road Safety projects with regional team leaders. Draft business plans for the project. Draft an activity plan/detailed work plan. Manage project budget and procurement process. Ensure effective implementation of the respective project activities. Compile monthly project progress report on status. Engage with various role players on project implementation. Encourage road user compliance to road rules. Coordinate formal, informal and non-formal education and communication through projects and programmes targeting the categories of road users in order to change their behaviour and attitudes and increased knowledge and skills. Identify and engage key stakeholders in road safety promotion initiatives. Establish partnerships with relevant departments, local government etc. to foster mutual relations and pursue common interests. Participate in the communication forum for Law Enforcement Agencies.

Notes :

• Gauteng DCS is an equal opportunity employer and gender sensitive employer, and it is its intention to promote retrospectivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources Directives will be taken into consideration. NOTE: Applicants must apply online at: www.gautengonline.gov.za / http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. CLOSING DATE: 09 November 2026. NOTE: Applications must be submitted on new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents (effective from 01 January 2021). All fields in Part A to D of the Z83 form must be completed, and Part E to G noting that there is limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer” to CV or see attached, this is acceptable as long as the CV is attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. The question related to the conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed. The fully completed and signed new Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only (only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications). Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements, as well as late applications, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Suitable candidates will undergo a personnel suitability check (Vetting, criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification, and employment verification). The Department of Community Safety reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes. Candidate will be placed according to corridor coordination and the Department’s needs. The Department will not accept posted, emailed or hand delivered applications. We encourage youth, people with disability, coloured, Indian and white to apply and a confirmation of disabilities from a registered medical practitioner must be attached to the application. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Community Safety

Location : CENTRAL CORRIDOR

Closing Date : 09-11-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.