HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: MOBILITY is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Social Development. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. | closing date: 06 July 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Circular Post No: 20/362
Job Ref Number: WCMD 10/2026 5-Year Contract
Department: Western Cape Department of Social Development
Province: Western Cape
Centre: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
Closing Date: 06 July 2026
Salary: R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive salary package, plus a 10% non-pensionable HOD allowance. Note: The remuneration package consists of
a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund.
a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund.
Applications
Where to send your application.
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
Salary
R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive salary package, plus a 10% non-pensionable HOD allowance. Note: The remuneration package consists of
a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund.
Requirements
- An appropriate qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience at a senior managerial level.
- Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment: The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme (Nyukela) before the candidate can be appointed into this post.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical knowledge and experience in the transport, freight and logistics sectors.
- Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line function.
- Proven leadership experience – strong background in the public sector, infrastructure, transport, or urban mobility.
- Visionary thinking – the ability to develop and execute innovative policies.
- Collaboration skills – experience working across government and private sectors.
- Commitment to service delivery – a results driven approach to solving complex challenges.
- Knowledge of sustainability trends – awareness of global best practices in green mobility.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of performance management in general.
- Skills in the following: Strategic and conceptual thinking in complex environments.
- Executive-level advisory and communication skills.
- Project and programme management.
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Strong leadership, planning, organising, and people management skills.
- High-level computer literacy and digital workplace expertise.
Duties
- Line Management: Ensure the delivery of an integrated mobility system in the Western Cape which includes the: Establishment and maintenance of strategic partnerships with the different spheres of government, SOE’s, NGO’S and the Private Sector.
- Strategic coordination and facilitation of the integration of public transport with relevant stakeholders.
- Strategic planning and rendering of effective services in the different modes of transport.
- Lead strategic development and implementation of mobility policies and strategies across the province.
- Ensure the regulation of transport services.
- Ensure the rendering of effective services with regard to adjudication, issuing and cancelation of operating licenses, registration of public transport entities and members and the handling of mediation, conflicts and disputes.
- Manage vehicle administration and licensing.
- Ensure the rendering of an effective traffic law enforcement service, provision of training to traffic police agencies, provision of education awareness to stakeholders and the development and implementation of District Safety Plans.
- Champion innovation in public transport, freight and logistics network and road safety strategies Provide government motor transport services.
- Ensure the rendering of fleet services and ensure effective financial management services for GMT.
- Strategic Management (including change management): Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Department.
- Build strong partnerships with national, provincial and local spheres of government, private sector, civil society and international partners.
- Drive the Departments’ strategy.
- Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Department.
- Evaluate the performance of the Department on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards.
- Report to the Provincial Minister on a regular basis on the activities of the Department and on matters of substantial importance relating to Strategic management support.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Department and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it.
- People Management and Empowerment: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Department’s Business Plan.
- Motivate, train and guide employees within the Department, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery.
- Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Department.
- Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Department.
- Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process of the Department.
- Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Department.
- Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Department’s budget and expenditure.
- Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Department.
- Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Department.
- Ensure that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Department.
- Report to the Provincial Minister and relevant oversight role layers/committees on all aspects of the Department’s finances.
- Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Departments assets.
- Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to or the Department.
- Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards.
- Drive the reduction of green gas emissions to promote low-carbon transport systems in line with global sustainability goals.
Enquiries
Ms. L Esterhuyse – Louise.Esterhuyse@westerncape.gov.za
Notes
All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentryprogramme/ Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all
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Original Text
POST 20/362 : HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: MOBILITY REF NO: WCMD 10/2026 5-Year Contract
SALARY : R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive salary package, plus a 10% non-pensionable HOD allowance. Note: The remuneration package consists of
a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund.
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. Successful completion
of the Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment: The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior
Management Pre-entry Programme (Nyukela) before the candidate can be appointed into this post. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical
knowledge and experience in the transport, freight and logistics sectors.
Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line
function. Proven leadership experience – strong background in the public sector, infrastructure, transport, or urban mobility. Visionary thinking – the
ability to develop and execute innovative policies. Collaboration skills – experience working across government and private sectors. Commitment to
service delivery – a results driven approach to solving complex challenges.
Knowledge of sustainability trends – awareness of global best practices in green mobility. Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems
that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function. Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project
management. Proven knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes. Proven knowledge and understanding of policy
development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes.
Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration. Proven knowledge and understanding of public service
procedures, processes and systems. Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting
on the provincial government of the Western Cape. Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing
the South African public sector. Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes. Proven
knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts,
directives and collective agreements. Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments. Proven
knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day.
Proven knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations. Proven knowledge and understanding of performance
management in general. Skills in the following: Strategic and conceptual thinking in complex environments. Executive-level advisory and
communication skills. Project and programme management. Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Strong leadership, planning,
organising, and people management skills. High-level computer literacy and digital workplace expertise.
DUTIES : Line Management: Ensure the delivery of an integrated mobility system in the Western Cape which includes the: Establishment and maintenance of strategic
partnerships with the different spheres of government, SOE’s, NGO’S and the
Private Sector. Strategic coordination and facilitation of the integration of public transport with relevant stakeholders. Strategic planning and rendering of
effective services in the different modes of transport. Lead strategic development and implementation of mobility policies and strategies across the
province. Ensure the regulation of transport services. Ensure the rendering of effective services with regard to adjudication, issuing and cancelation of
operating licenses, registration of public transport entities and members and
the handling of mediation, conflicts and disputes. Manage vehicle administration and licensing. Ensure the rendering of an effective traffic law
enforcement service, provision of training to traffic police agencies, provision of education awareness to stakeholders and the development and
implementation of District Safety Plans. Champion innovation in public transport, freight and logistics network and road safety strategies Provide
government motor transport services. Ensure the rendering of fleet services and ensure effective financial management services for GMT. Strategic
Management (including change management): Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the
Department. Build strong partnerships with national, provincial and local spheres of government, private sector, civil society and international partners.
Drive the Departments’ strategy. Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Department. Evaluate the performance
of the Department on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. Report to the Provincial Minister on a
regular basis on the activities of the Department and on matters of substantial importance relating to Strategic management support. Monitor and ensure
compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Department and of the
resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it. People Management and Empowerment: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers
and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Department’s
Business Plan. Motivate, train and guide employees within the Department, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery. Actively manage the
performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Department.
Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the
Department. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process of the Department. Ensure the preparation of the Annual and
Adjustment Budgets for the Department. Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Department’s
budget and expenditure. Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of
purchases for the Department. Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Department. Ensure
that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Department.
Report to the Provincial Minister and relevant oversight role layers/committees on all aspects of the Department’s finances. Assume overall accountability for
the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Departments assets.
Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to or the Department. Ensure that full and
proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. Drive the reduction of green gas
emissions to promote low-carbon transport systems in line with global sustainability goals.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Esterhuyse – Louise.Esterhuyse@westerncape.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : 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
NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that
you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of
the employing department. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00. Should you experience any
difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861
370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will
be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic
managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency
assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated
candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry
Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the
Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is
to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme
is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentryprogramme/
Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all
applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful. All shortlisted
candidates, including SMS 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.
CLOSING DATE : 06 July 2026
OTHER POSTS
SALARY : R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), all-inclusive salary package, plus a 10% non-pensionable HOD allowance. Note: The remuneration package consists of
a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund.
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. Successful completion
of the Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment: The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior
Management Pre-entry Programme (Nyukela) before the candidate can be appointed into this post. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical
knowledge and experience in the transport, freight and logistics sectors.
Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line
function. Proven leadership experience – strong background in the public sector, infrastructure, transport, or urban mobility. Visionary thinking – the
ability to develop and execute innovative policies. Collaboration skills – experience working across government and private sectors. Commitment to
service delivery – a results driven approach to solving complex challenges.
Knowledge of sustainability trends – awareness of global best practices in green mobility. Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems
that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function. Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project
management. Proven knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes. Proven knowledge and understanding of policy
development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes.
Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration. Proven knowledge and understanding of public service
procedures, processes and systems. Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting
on the provincial government of the Western Cape. Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing
the South African public sector. Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes. Proven
knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts,
directives and collective agreements. Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments. Proven
knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day.
Proven knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations. Proven knowledge and understanding of performance
management in general. Skills in the following: Strategic and conceptual thinking in complex environments. Executive-level advisory and
communication skills. Project and programme management. Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Strong leadership, planning,
organising, and people management skills. High-level computer literacy and digital workplace expertise.
DUTIES : Line Management: Ensure the delivery of an integrated mobility system in the Western Cape which includes the: Establishment and maintenance of strategic
partnerships with the different spheres of government, SOE’s, NGO’S and the
Private Sector. Strategic coordination and facilitation of the integration of public transport with relevant stakeholders. Strategic planning and rendering of
effective services in the different modes of transport. Lead strategic development and implementation of mobility policies and strategies across the
province. Ensure the regulation of transport services. Ensure the rendering of effective services with regard to adjudication, issuing and cancelation of
operating licenses, registration of public transport entities and members and
the handling of mediation, conflicts and disputes. Manage vehicle administration and licensing. Ensure the rendering of an effective traffic law
enforcement service, provision of training to traffic police agencies, provision of education awareness to stakeholders and the development and
implementation of District Safety Plans. Champion innovation in public transport, freight and logistics network and road safety strategies Provide
government motor transport services. Ensure the rendering of fleet services and ensure effective financial management services for GMT. Strategic
Management (including change management): Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the
Department. Build strong partnerships with national, provincial and local spheres of government, private sector, civil society and international partners.
Drive the Departments’ strategy. Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Department. Evaluate the performance
of the Department on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. Report to the Provincial Minister on a
regular basis on the activities of the Department and on matters of substantial importance relating to Strategic management support. Monitor and ensure
compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Department and of the
resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it. People Management and Empowerment: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers
and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Department’s
Business Plan. Motivate, train and guide employees within the Department, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery. Actively manage the
performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Department.
Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the
Department. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process of the Department. Ensure the preparation of the Annual and
Adjustment Budgets for the Department. Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Department’s
budget and expenditure. Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of
purchases for the Department. Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Department. Ensure
that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Department.
Report to the Provincial Minister and relevant oversight role layers/committees on all aspects of the Department’s finances. Assume overall accountability for
the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Departments assets.
Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to or the Department. Ensure that full and
proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. Drive the reduction of green gas
emissions to promote low-carbon transport systems in line with global sustainability goals.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Esterhuyse – Louise.Esterhuyse@westerncape.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : 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
NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that
you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of
the employing department. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00. Should you experience any
difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861
370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will
be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic
managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency
assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated
candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry
Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the
Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is
to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme
is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentryprogramme/
Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all
applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful. All shortlisted
candidates, including SMS 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.
CLOSING DATE : 06 July 2026
OTHER POSTS
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.