Road Safety Officer: Eden, Ref No. WCMD 48/2026

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Road Safety Officer: Eden, Ref No. WCMD 48/2026, within the Western Cape Mobility Department. The Department's vision is to lead in the delivery of government infrastructure and related services, with a mission to deliver infrastructure and services to promote socio-economic outcomes and safe, empowered, and connected communities. The Department's strategic goals are to continually provide... **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Render support with the planning and execution of road safety interventions in the Region. * Render support with the hosting of road safety interventions in the Eden Region and provide feedback and solutions to improve service delivery. * Account for progress and performance. * Manage resources and equipment. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in Education, Communication, Public Relations, Project Management, and Social Science. * A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. * A valid code B driving license. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and working experience with implementing legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies, and best practices relevant to line functions, as well as using information systems for knowledge and information management. They should be capable of providing traffic safety education, planning and executing road safety interventions, and creating awareness among road users about traffic safety projects and issues. Key competencies include strategy planning, project management, strategic thinking, performance management, and the ability to use general support systems and manage operational activities. The candidate should also have experience with procurement and tendering processes, developing, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing policies, and managing modern systems of governance and administration, including public service procedures. An understanding of regional and local political, economic, and social affairs impacting the provincial government of the Western Cape is required, along with knowledge of Constitutional, legal, and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector. Proficiency in managing public finance, human resources, and related administrative processes, including implementing the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, and other applicable financial policies, is essential. The candidate should understand the functioning of the Province and related functional areas, implement government policies, and manage Labour Relations legislation and regulations. Necessary skills include numeracy, literacy, computer-related functions, effective communication, planning and organizing activities and resources, problem-solving, compiling and writing reports, working effectively under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and the willingness to work irregular hours and travel regularly when required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/road-safety-officer-eden-ref-no-wcmd-48-2026-western-cape-mobility-department Source: myjobmag

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• At least 1 year of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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