Job Requirements
An undergraduate qualification in Social Sciences, Communication or Education field (NQF Level 6 or higher); plus 3-5 years’ junior/middle management experience in a road safety programme implementation environment; plus A valid driver’s licence (minimum Code B); plus Proficiency in IsiZulu and English). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Traffic Safety Management and Project Management. Knowledge of Road Safety Strategies and Best Practices in the field of Road Safety. Knowledge of the National Road Traffic Act and Regulations. Knowledge of Road Safety Key Priorities. Knowledge of Road Safety Programs and Projects. Knowledge of Data Analysis. Knowledge of Program Development. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act. Knowledge of Community Development. Facilitation knowledge. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of Capacity Development and Empowerment. Knowledge of Road Safety Standards. Analytical and innovative thinking skills. Report writing and formulation skills. Ability to work independently. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Presentation skills. Computer skills. Community support and development skills. Organizing skills for arranging workshops and meetings. Policy and strategy development skills. Skills in the management of financial resources. The ideal candidate should be conscientious, committed to community development and innovative. He/she should also have the ability to communicate with people at all levels, be receptive to new ideas and have good people management skills.
Duties
Manage provision of road safety education. Plan and co-ordinate road safety projects. Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery. Manage resources of the Road Safety component.
What is the Salary
R896 436 per annum (level 11) (all-inclusive remuneration package)
Location
Regional Office, Pietermaritzburg
How to Apply
Mr S Madela Tel No: 033 – 392 6600
Please note applications can be hand delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, or couriered via postal services to Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X 9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Attention: Mr B Hornsby
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
Apply Before:
3/20/2026
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Additional Information
It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling this position.