MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM It is the intention of the Department to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate(s) whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representatively in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. The Department reserves the right to withdraw posts, if by doing so, the interests of the Department will be best served. APPLICATIONS : Applications quoting reference number must be addressed to the Head: Economic Development and Tourism. Applications must be posted to Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Private Bag X11215 Nelspruit 1200 or delivered at Nokuthula Simelane Building, N0 7 Government Boulevard Riverside Park Extension 02 Mbombela 1201 CLOSING DATE : 18 December 2022 at 16h15
NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed new Z83 form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered, a recent comprehensive CV; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated); Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents, all Non SA citizens must attach a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a generic managerial competency assessment; and personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizen verification, financial records, qualification verification and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing a financial interests declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. Note: Prior to appointment, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. MANAGEMENT ECHELON DIRECTOR: BUSINESS REGULATIONS REF NO: DEDT 2022/23/01 Re-advertised and applicants who applied earlier are encouraged to reapply. SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13), total cost to employer that consists of basic Salary, state contribution to Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion that an employee may structure according to personal needs. CENTRE : Head Office, Mbombela REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate SAQA recognized NQF level 07 tertiary qualification in Law with more than ten (10) years of relevant work experience, with five (05) years relevant work experience at middle management level. Admission to practice as an Attorney of Advocate in the High Court of South Africa will be added advantage. An in depth understanding of national and provincial economic policies will be an added advantage. Knowledge of the legal framework, Public Finance Management Act 01, 1999 and other relevant prescripts. Knowledge of the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator Act, 2017. Liquor Act 59 of 2003, Mpumalanga Consumer Affairs Regulations, Mpumalanga Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. Knowledge of Government budgeting processes. Competencies: The preferable candidate must display the following competencies at advanced competent levels: strategic capability, leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation and customer focus and communication, honesty and integrity. DUTIES : Ensure compliance with Business Regulatory Legislations. Provide leadership in implementing consumer protection, education and awareness strategies that create an environment conducive for fair trade. Protection of consumers from unfair business practices. Provide advices and information on consumer rights and responsibilities. Handle consumer complaints and adjudicate on consumer cases. Implement business licensing and trading hour’s legislation. Create awareness on the effects of liquor and gambling. Consult all relevant stakeholders on business legislations. Conduct capacity building through workshops and consumer education and awareness programmes. Capacitate municipalities to formulate and review trading by-laws. Manage the facilitation of consumer court sittings in accordance with Mpumalanga Consumer Protection and related legislations. ENQUIRIES : Ms IN Phiri Tel No: 013 766 4246 DIRECTOR: ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DEDT 2022/23/02 SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13), total cost to employer that consists of basic salary state contribution to Government Employee Pension Fund (GEPF) and flexible portion that an employee may structure according to his/her personal needs. CENTRE : Head Office, Mbombela REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate SAQA recognized undergraduate NQF level 07 tertiary qualification in B Com- Economics/ B Com-Business Management or Economics qualification, with five (05) years relevant work experience at middle management level in private or public sector development. An in-depth understanding of SMME development, policy formulation and implementation. Good understanding and knowledge of Government Frameworks that relate to Economic Development, Provincial Growth Development Strategy and Growth Development Strategy. Generic knowledge of the South African economic policies, priority economic sectors in Mpumalanga and regulated industries. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service laws, government processes, regulations and procedures. Knowledge of government policies and processes, above average skills, IT (Microsoft programmes), planning and stakeholder management, effective communication skills (verbal and writing). The ability to manage and work in a team and independently is a prerequisite. Competencies: A preferable candidate must competently display these competencies: strategic capability, leadership, programme and project management, financial and management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, customer focus and communication, honesty and integrity. DUTIES : Develop a provincial SMME strategy and ensure implementation of the strategy. Identify small business opportunities that match the small business targets for the province. Facilitate the development of enterprise development programmes framework and strategies. Explore and develop partnerships with other organisations to provide sustainable business models. Establish interventions to ensure effective implementation of the programmes. Facilitate and support the establishment of Cooperatives. Facilitate engagements with regional and national economic development agencies. Develop intervention strategies. Ensure the facilitation of access and linkages to markets for SMMEs and Cooperatives. Provide strategic management in the coordination of financial and non-financial support. Manage human and financial resources of the Directorate. Manage all governance related matters of the Directorate. ENQUIRIES : Ms IN Phiri Tel No: 013 766 4246 DIRECTOR: LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DEDT 2022/23/03 SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13), total cost to employer, consisting of basic salary, state contribution to Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion that an employee may structure according to personal needs. CENTRE : Head Office: Mbombela REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate SAQA recognized undergraduate NQF level 07 tertiary qualification in Economics/ Development Studies with five (05) years relevant working experience in middle management level. Good understanding of the South African economy, economic data and the ability to draw inference from them. Knowledge and insight into insight of the provincial priority sectors provincially. Ability and experience in dealing proactively with a range of players across industries, academia and the public sector and the community. Knowledge of government policies and processes, above average skills in terms of IT (Microsoft programmes), planning and stakeholder management, effective communication skills (verbal and writing). The ability to manage and work in a team and independently is a prerequisite. Competencies: The preferable candidate must display the following competencies at advanced competent levels: Strategic Capability, Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus and Communication, Honesty and Integrity. DUTIES : To assist District and Local Municipalities to develop local economies in partnership with key stakeholders as identified by the Provincial LED Strategy and local LED Strategies. To provide project support and advice for LED projects at District and Local Municipal level. To facilitate and support the Local LED Strategy alignment, development and integration of LED, IPAP, NDP and the PGDS for customized district and local LED support. To assist the district and local municipalities to improve their ability to leverage competitive and comparative advantage for growth, to coordinate and facilitate skills development and capacity building among LED practitioners and officials at district and local municipal level. Support and assist Provincial, District and Local LED Forums. Provide strategic management in the coordination of financial and non-financial support. Manage human and financial resources of the Directorate. Manage all governance related matters of the Directorate. ENQUIRIES : Ms IN Phiri Tel No: 013 766 4246 DIRECTOR: SECTOR DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DEDT 2022/23/04 Re-advertised and applicants who applied earlier are encouraged to reapply. SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13), total cost to employer consisting of basic salary, state contribution to Government Employee Pension Fund (GEPF) and flexible portion that an employee may structure according to personal needs. CENTRE : Head Office, Mbombela REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate SAQA recognized undergraduate NQF level 07 tertiary qualification in Economics with more than ten (10) years of relevant work experience, with five (5) years at middle management level in private or public sector development and policy formulation and implementation. Good understanding and knowledge of Government Frameworks that relate to Economic Development, Provincial Growth Development Strategy and Growth Development Strategy. Generic knowledge of the South African economic policies, priority economic sectors in Mpumalanga and regulated industries. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service laws, government processes, regulations and procedures. Competencies: The preferable candidate must display the following competencies at advanced level: Strategic Capability, Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus and Communication, Honesty and Integrity. DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and technical support in the formulation and implementation of the province’s economic growth and development path. Provide strategic direction and leadership in sectors reforms and coordinate the development of the priority sectors in Mpumalanga. Identify development, growth and beneficiation opportunities and advise on improving the competitiveness of the sectors in Mpumalanga. Support and participate in all relevant provincial and national structures. Lead and facilitate dialogues in all priority sectors across departments. Assist all producers, manufactures and exporters to access domestic and international markets. ENQUIRIES : Ms IN Phiri Tel No: 013 766 4246
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