Assistant Director: Candidate Programme And Professional Development, Ref No. Doi 25/2025

Assistant Director: Candidate Programme and Professional Development, Ref No.
DOI 25/2025Details Closing Date: 2025/04/14
Reference Number: WCG250307-3
Tracking Number: DOI 25/2025
Job Title: Assistant Director: Candidate Programme and Professional Development
Department: Department of Infrastructure
Salary Level: 9
Enquiries: Michael Hendrickse at (021) 483 3107
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Purpose: The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate and facilitate all administrative aspects for the branch as well as professional development and roads candidate programme for roads engineers.
Minimum Requirements: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience;A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.
NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.Recommendation: Extensive knowledge and experience in Human Resources;Exposure to professional needs for training programmes and Performance Management;Knowledge and experience in roads engineering or related services;Experience in developing instructional and training programmes;Proven experience in written communication;Ability to collect data and assess program's monitoring and evaluation activities;Strong interpersonal and communication skills;Strong leadership and coaching skills;Willingness and ability to travel regularly throughout the Western Cape.Key Performance Areas: Manage and oversee the resources to ensure the achievement of component goals;Ensure compliance with relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of component projects and goals;Determine and communicate financial requirements to execute assigned deliverables;Communicate and apply the Batho Pele concept in service delivery;Human Resource Management: Motivate, train and guide staff within the component to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery;Manage information by applying tools and techniques to inform decision-making in government operations, produce reports, enhance service delivery, support transparency, support integration/collaboration across departments and government spheres.Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); Road and Transport Legislation and Policies;Skills Development frameworks; OSD on Engineering and Related occupations;Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction;Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques;Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources;Political sciences and public policy;Relationship management;Communication (written and verbal);Problem solving and decision making skills.Remuneration: R 444 036 - R 532 602 per annum (Salary Level 9)
Note on remuneration: In addition to 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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests.
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, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00.
You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214.
Otherwise, 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.
Policy: The Western Cape Government is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.
Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

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