Assistant Director: Motor Vehicle Registration and Licensing, Ref No. WCMD 57/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the activities of the Division Motor Vehicle Registration and Licensing, in terms of the Provincial Registration Authority (PRA), applications in terms of capturing of data for applications for sensitive transactions (transactions with a high risk of fraud and corruption), provincial helpdesk functions relating to the provincial call centre, the provincial walk-in centre, applications for special license numbers and all other motor vehicle administration related applications. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3-years supervisory experience in a vehicle licensing and driver regulation and standards working environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. 
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Develop and regularly revisit policy documents and standard operating procedures, in line with legislative and financial requirements; Advise management and compile submissions to management; Liaison and communication with various clients / stakeholders; Managerial functions.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; National Road Traffic Act, 1996; Western Cape Provincial Road Traffic Administration Act, 2012; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999, National Treasury Regulations and Provincial Treasury Instructions; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000.

Skills needed:

• Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Reporting; Problem-solving; Plan