Knowledge: • A knowledge and understanding of the global and regional aviation landscape • A thorough knowledge and understanding of the South African Civil Aviation including its regulations, standards, challenges, opportunities and best practices • Thorough understanding of the role of aviation in the national economy • Thorough understanding of international civil aviation systems and the role of international Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) • An understanding of regional initiatives as embodied by African Union (AU) and the new partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC, SADC, Civil Aviation Committee, SADC Aviation Safety Organisation). 

 Requirements: • A qualification at NQF (Level 8) as recognised by SAQA in Transport and Logistics Management/Transport Management/Transport Economics/Civil Engineering/Law/Aeronautical Engineering/Business Management/Public Management/Administration/Policy Studies with 8 years’ experience at a senior management level in the aviation sector. 

 Duties: • Manage the development of internationally competitive regulatory framework for civil aviation • Ensure the provision of aviation economic analysis, regulation and strategies for industry development • Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of the impact of aviation safety, security and environmental regulatory framework • Represent South Africa at the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Council • Participate in project teams to achieve a multi-disciplinary approach to meet set objectives of the Department • Manage the resources of the Branch.  Enquiries: Adv Adam Masombuka, tel. (012) 309 3888   The information related to each post (full details) can be found on the Department website: www.transport.gov.za and www.dpsa.gov.za

 SALARY: R1 813 182 per annum (Level 15) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual needs.