Director: Unscheduled Public Transport Services

Department: Transport

Branch: Unscheduled Public Transport Services

Primary Function: Provide strategic leadership and oversight in the planning, regulation, coordination and monitoring of unscheduled public transport service and nosiness development initiatives. This includes the management of local transport operations (e.g. minibus taxis, meter taxis, e-hailing), long distance and cross-broader transport operations, as well as business development and capacity building programmes and integrated corridor management. The role ensures the delivery of safe, reliable, Integrated, and affordable public transport systems that are aligned with national transport policy, municipal strategic priorities and developmental goals.

Leading Competencies:

• Computer literacy on Basic Microsoft programs;
• Excellent strategic thinking;
• Planning and execution skills;
• Ability to identify strategic challenges and priorities;
• Demonstrated ability to lead an organization through major changes and maintain momentum, inspiring continuous focus on key business drivers and the organizations mission and values;
• Excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills with an understanding of the implication of various actions on strategic, financial and organizational;
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution skills;
• Good written communication (MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Excel). Core Competencies:
• Knowledge of the Local Government Environment;
• Knowledge of the City’s strategy (IDP) prescribed methodologies, Legislative, Public and Regulatory Framework;
• In depth knowledge of function principles, techniques & tools and how they can be practically applied.
• Knowledge on Corporate Governance;
• Knowledge of public transport legislation, including but not limited to the NLTA, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of principle and practices of municipal organization, administration and personnel management. “All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.” VACANCY C IRCULAR Publication Date: This Vacancy is open to Employees of the Monday, 22 June 2026 037/2026 City of Johannesburg and External Candidates