Chief Transport Policy & Strategy Leader

Ditshaba; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ditshaba is seeking a senior transport policy and program leader to steer national policy, strategy, and programs for sustainable public transport. Lead high‑level initiatives, coordinate across transport spheres, and drive green modernization while engaging key stakeholders.

The role requires deep knowledge of transport policy, regulation, and grants, with a track record of senior management in the transport sector. Pretoria-based role with national scope.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 8 qualification in Civil Engineering, Transport Economics, Transport and Logistics Management, Transport Management, Maritime Studies or Mechanical Engineering.
• Master’s Degree (NQF Level 9) in any of the above fields or in Management/Finance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in driving the Department’s transport policy, strategy, and programs.
• Oversee safe, reliable, efficient, integrated, and eco-friendly public transport systems.
• Oversee the development and implementation of national and rural public transport strategies, scholar and non-motorised transport frameworks, and green transport systems/digital modernization.
• Ensure effective management of DORA grants, Air Traffic Navigation services, and the Air Services Licensing Councils.
• Drive coordination of policy, regulation, legislation, and implementation across all transport spheres.
• Promote partnerships with social stakeholders and civil society for sectoral development.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Regulatory frameworks

Climate & green transport

Education

NQF8 qualification in Civil/Transport/Maritime/Mechanical

Master’s Degree (NQF9) in related field or Management/Finance

Job description

Ditshaba is seeking a senior transport policy and program leader to steer national policy, strategy, and programs for sustainable public transport. Lead high‑level initiatives, coordinate across transport spheres, and drive green modernization while engaging key stakeholders.

The role requires deep knowledge of transport policy, regulation, and grants, with a track record of senior management in the transport sector. Pretoria-based role with national scope.