Senior Operations Officer

About the role

The Senior Operations Officer will lead stakeholder engagement initiatives for the AARTO national rollout, coordinating with issuing authorities, provincial bodies and technical committees. This role ensures effective communication, policy implementation and reporting across the transport and road safety sector.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement plans with Issuing Authorities and other partners.
• Prepare, present and consolidate engagement reports for the AARTO National Steering Committee.
• Attend and report on meetings with provincial and local authorities, DLTCs and RAs.
• Support the secretariat of the AARTO National Steering Committee, including drafting communiqués and compiling reports.
• Assist in organising and facilitating national road safety summits, conferences and technical committee meetings.
• Ensure policies align with the AARTO national roll‑out and monitor compliance.

Required profile

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification; National Diploma or Degree in Road Traffic/Transport is advantageous.
• 3–5 years’ experience in road traffic, road safety or transport sector.
• Proven experience engaging with provincial Issuing Authorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication, presentation and facilitation abilities.
• Demonstrated stakeholder relationship management and project coordination skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and sound knowledge of the AARTO Act and related legislation.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer

• Annual salary of R 605,742