Director: Air Transport
Retail
Minimum Requirements
- A qualification at NQF 7 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Transport and Logistics Management / Transport Management/ Transport Economics / Public Administration with minimum of 5 year’s working experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the aviation sector.
- Knowledge and skills: Understanding of global and regional aviation landscape.
- Thorough understanding of the role of aviation in the national economy.
- Thorough understanding of the international civil aviation system and the role of International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
- An understanding of regional initiatives as embodied by the 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, etc.
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- A proven leadership and management skills.
- Report writing skills.
- A demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams, projects and budgets.
- Communication
- Financial Management
- Strategic capability & leadership; people management and empowerment
- Project/Programme management
- Client orientation and customer focus.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and enhance South Africa’s position on bilateral air transport.
- Manage all aspects relating to licensing and permits, safety and security.
- Participate in project teams to achieve a multi-disciplinary approach to meet set objectives of the Department and South Africa.
- Manage the resources of the Directorate.
