DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL

The Department of Roads and Transport is seeking a highly experienced and strategic individual to join their team as a Deputy Director General in Johannesburg. This vital leadership role involves overseeing the comprehensive planning, management, and integration of transport services across the province.

About the Role

• Reference Number: REFS/023005
• Directorate: Transport
• Number of Posts: 1

Key Responsibilities

As the Deputy Director General, you will be responsible for a wide range of strategic and operational duties, including:

• Managing, coordinating, and integrating the overall transport planning for the province.
• Overseeing the planning and development of transport infrastructure.
• Developing roads and transport policies and promoting Intergovernmental Relations (IGR).
• Ensuring effective implementation of the Gauteng Freight Implementation Strategy and integrating rail into the provincial transport network.
• Managing and overseeing the provision of integrated public transport services, including operations and special projects.
• Managing Road Traffic Act (RTA) fee collection services and the eNatis system.
• Overseeing provincial registration authority functions and ensuring legislative compliance.
• Administering the issuing of operating licenses, conversion of radius-based permits, and implementation of the Taxi Recapitalisation Project (TRP).
• Adjudicating applications for operating licenses and monitoring public transport.
• Conducting investigations related to land transport in the province and making recommendations to the MEC.
• Providing input on policy matters affecting operating license applications and public transport oversight.
• Participating in the development of the Department’s overall strategy.
• Developing and implementing business and operational plans for the unit.
• Managing the overall performance of the branch/unit and building partnerships with stakeholders.
• Providing leadership in identifying policy gaps, setting goals, and drafting policy documents.
• Ensuring effective risk management and compliance with legislation, regulations, and departmental policies.
• Managing component resources and performing general management functions.

Requirements

To be considered for this challenging position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Education: Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Civil Engineering, Transport Economics, Transport Management, or Urban Planning, as recognized by SAQA.
• Experience: At least 8 years of experience at a senior management level within a Transport management environment or related field.
• Licensing: Valid Driver’s License.
• Certification: Nyukela Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. This certificate, issued by the National School of Government, is a mandatory pre-entry requirement. You can obtain it online via the National School of Government’s website: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme
• Competencies & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Government regulatory frameworks and policies governing transport and roads (e.g., Provincial Medium Term Development Plan Gauteng vision 2023, National Land Transport Strategic Framework, PFMA, PSA). Excellent strategic capability, leadership, problem-solving, analysis, creativity, financial management, customer focus, communication, computer literacy, negotiation, conflict management, change management, planning, and organizing skills.

Salary

The total all-inclusive package for this position is R 1,741,770 – R 1,962,090 per annum. This includes a basic salary (70% of package) and a flexible portion (30%) which can be structured according to applicable rules. It also includes the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary).

Important Notes

• In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, females and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must use the most recent Z83 application form, available from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website (www.dpsa.gov.za/documents).
• Ensure all fields in the Z83 form are completed, initialled, and signed. A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to submit both the completed Z83 and CV will lead to disqualification.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document, and a valid driver’s license (if applicable). These copies must not be older than six months.
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Application Details

• Employer: Department of Roads and Transport
• Location: Johannesburg
• Closing Date: 01 August 2025
• Enquiries (Job Content): Ms Diana Lekoma-Manyadu, Tel No: 011 355 7591
• General HR Enquiries: 083 324 0044 / 083 792 4851

How to Apply

Only online applications will be considered. Please apply via the Gauteng Provincial Government Jobs Portal:

Apply Online Here