This vacancy has closed. It closed on 28 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DATABASE MANAGEMENT

Department of Transport

Transformation Interventions

Reference number: DOT 143/2026
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification in Public Management or Commerce (NQF Level 6 or higher); plus A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a BBBEE/ transformation environment; plus A valid drivers’ licence (minimum code B). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Admin procedures and control. Understanding of Public Service and Departmental legislation, procedures and standards. Knowledge of transformation policies. Understanding of organisational objectives and values. Knowledge of departmental budget and expenditure processes. Leadership skills. Motivation skills. Decision-making skills. Ability to interpret and apply legislation/policy/standards. Ability to assess quality of services delivered. Computer literacy skills. Interpersonal skills. Written and verbal communication skills. Facilitation skills. Training skills. Report Writing Skills. Policy Development Skills. Monitoring and Evaluation Skills. The ideal candidate should be dedicated, loyal, committed, adhere to the Code of Conduct i.e. ethics, morals, commitment to Departmental objectives and programs and adherence to Departmental policies, procedures and standards. He/ she should also be able to work with accuracy and quality, be people orientated, a team player, reliable, honest, punctual and self-motivated.

Duties

Develop and manage the Empowerment programmes including Departmental areas of participation, skills development programmes, and other integrated empowerment information. Conduct analysis of statistical information with a view to identifying new development programs in line with value chain principles. Ensure compliances in terms of BEE Transformation interventions across the Department. Report monthly on the status of the BBBEE performance. Provide advice, guidance and input to transformation policy development. Manage and supervise staff within the component.

Where to send your application

Applications/Address: Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs 172 Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying for jobs on the KZN online e-Recruitment system or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs Please note that applicants should only use one of the following methods when applying for a post: either through the online e-Recruitment system or submit a hardcopy application as directed. Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications may alternatively be hand-delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg. FOR ATTENTION : Mr B Hornsby

Enquiries

Mr N Sithole Tel No: (033) 355 8788

Note

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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