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DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY 
 
APPLICATIONS: can be submitted: By post to the Registry Office, The Department of Trade and Industry, Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001; Hand-delivered to the dti Campus, corner of Meintjies and Robert Sobukwe Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria; or go to: http://www.thedti.gov.za and click on the “Careers” link to submit online application. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 30 April 2019 
 
 
NOTE: Applications must be submitted with a completed and signed form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents or http://www.thedti.gov.za/careers. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise and the selection panel for MMS and SMS positions will further recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency-based assessment. Background verification and security vetting will form part of the selection process and successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. The dti is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The dti reserves the right not to fill any advertised position(s)
 
 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
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DIRECTOR: GREEN INDUSTRIES REF NO: IDD/GREEN IND 016 
This is a re-advertisement of the position posted on circular 13 (dated 05 April 2019), re-posted due to amendments on the overview and duties. Candidates who have previously applied need not to re-apply 
Overview: To lead & manage policies and programmes to improve the environmental performance of South African Industries, align Industrial Policy and Environmental objectives as part of the sector programmes for the Green Industries Chief Directorate, support the establishment of new industries that supply green goods and services and oversee the compilation of the dti’s Environmental Implementation Plan required i.t.o. the Environmental Management Act. 
SALARY: R1 005 063 per annum (Level 13) (All-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Mandatory requirements: An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Economics or equivalent qualification. 5 years’ relevant experience at a middle/senior managerial level in the Green Economy sector in the public or private sector. Key Requirements: Experience in Policy Formulation and Implementation. Experience in Project Management, Financial Management, Stakeholder management and, Research and Analysis. A sound knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulation, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Industrial Policy Action Plan, National Water Act, National Environmental Management Act, Waste Act and National Energy Act. Strategic Capability and Leadership Research. People Management and Empowerment skills. Planning and organising skills. Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Change Management. Communication (Verbal and excellent writing skills). Relationship Management. Analytical and Thinking skills. Problem Solving skills. 


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DUTIES: Lead the process of aligning Industrial Policy with the Environmental objectives of government Manage and direct the Industrial Policy Action Plan process relating to the development and implementation of key action programmes to align industrial policy and environmental objectives. Engage in continual policy advocacy and co-ordination in the Green Economy. Manage the strategic planning for the directorate/sub-directorates. Develop the strategic focus and policy direction for the directorate/sub-directorates. Ensure the maintenance of effective internal administration of the directorate/sub-directorates: the filing of all documents, the maintenance of records, approval of procurement and expenditure and all reporting requirements. Manage stakeholders, including other Government departments and tiers of government, organized business and labour. Work closely with other units within the dti and other departments to develop and align industrial policy and environmental objectives. Establish contact and set up information sharing session with other units in the dti. Liaising, consulting and networking with appropriate and relevant stakeholders for developing joint programs. Represent the department in all forums and focus groups addressing Environment and Energy Efficiency challenges. Provide analysis of the industrial value chains in order to align Industrial policy and Environment objectives. Consolidate all research findings to formulate policies, procedures and strategies in line with the Industrial Policy Action Plan. Continuously review policies and methodologies and benchmark against international best practice. Manage consultants appointed to conduct studies. Provide support with the implementation of programmes. Manage expenditure of the Directorate. Manage, train and develop staff in accordance with Personal Development Plans and Divisional Training and Development plans. Manage the strategic planning of the unit and execution of the operational plan. Monitor implementation of sector development interventions. Develop and monitor implementation of corrective action to facilitate the implementation of the interventions. Provide the necessary support to complete the interventions. Provide leadership in identifying and developing new sub sectors in the Green Economy. Oversee the compilation of the dti’s Environmental Implementation Plan. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Should you have enquiries or experience any problem submitting your application contact the Recruitment Office on 012 394 1809/1835.