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    Chairperson (FS CSRT 06/02/2026)

    Job Details

    • Position: Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) Member / Chairperson (where applicable)

    • Department: Free State Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport

    • Centre: Head Office, Bloemfontein

    • Reference Number: FS CSRT 06/02/2026

    • Remuneration:

      • Sitting allowances per PRE and/or ad-hoc meeting

      • Chairperson receives a higher sitting allowance if externally appointed

      • Rates determined by the MEC

      • Subsistence and travel allowances covered by the Department

      • Payments aligned with the National Land Transport Act (NLTA)

    • Closing Date: 06 February 2026

    Job Overview

    The Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) is an advisory body appointed in terms of the National Land Transport Act (NLTA) No. 5 of 2009 and the Free State Public Transport Act. The PRE provides strategic oversight, governance support, and regulatory guidance to the Accounting Officer and the MEC for the Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport.

    Members of the PRE play a critical role in strengthening governance, improving public transport regulation, enhancing road safety, and ensuring that operating licensing and transport systems within the Free State Province are efficient, compliant, and sustainable.

     Key Responsibilities

    Governance, Oversight & Advisory Role

    • Serve as an advisory entity to the Accounting Officer and the MEC in line with the NLTA and Free State Public Transport Act.

    • Review and assess the effectiveness of departmental governance processes, risk management systems, and internal controls.

    • Evaluate the quality, integrity, and reliability of financial and management information.

    Operating Licensing & Regulatory Oversight

    • Review coordination of operating licensing activities to ensure full coverage and effective use of licensing resources.

    • Support and guide the Director: Operating Licensing in ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.

    • Ensure public transport motor vehicles and services comply with the NLTA and FSPTA.

    Risk Management & Audit Oversight

    • Review significant findings and recommendations from internal and external audits, including management responses.

    • Provide recommendations to strengthen the overall control environment.

    • Oversee information systems, programme management, and security controls.

    Service Delivery & Public Interest

    • Contribute to improving service delivery related to road safety, regulated public transport, and integrated transport systems.

    • Promote sustainable community safety through monitoring and assessment of public transport modes across the Free State.

    • Ensure transport services are delivered efficiently, economically, and effectively in the public interest.

    Job Requirements

    Qualifications

    • A postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification in one of the following fields:

      • Accounting

      • Internal Auditing

      • Risk Management

      • Information Technology

      • Law

      • Transport & Logistics

    Experience

    • Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in both the public and private sectors.

    • Proven knowledge and application of the National Land Transport Act (NLTA) No. 5 of 2009.

    • Technical knowledge of applicable prescripts, regulations, and governance frameworks.

    Competencies & Skills

    • Strong leadership and facilitation skills.

    • Analytical and strategic thinking ability.

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    • Independence, objectivity, and sound judgement.

    • High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.

    • Ability to inspire confidence, ask critical questions, and stimulate constructive discussion.

    • Knowledge of public sector risk management and internal control environments.

    • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

    Additional Notes

    • Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form with a detailed CV.

    • Certified documents are required only for shortlisted candidates.

    • Successful completion of the Nyukela SMS Pre-Entry Programme is mandatory.

    • Shortlisted candidates will undergo technical and integrity assessments.

    • Appointment is subject to verification, vetting, and a probation period.

    • The Department is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from designated groups and persons with disabilities.

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