NATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND LABOUR COUNCIL (NEDLAC) VACANCIES

​NEDLAC has the following Permanent position:  
  
SENIOR MANAGER ECONOMICS   
Reporting Line: Executive Manager Programmes 
Location: Gauteng 
 
Closing Date: 21 February 2026 
   
Main Purpose:   
Overall management and oversight of an identified set of thematic programmes and projects.   
  
Key Responsibility Areas:   
1. Strategic Support  
• Charing and facilitation of meetings 
• Oversee the finalisation of terms of reference and processes for projects 
• Oversee the finalisation of work plans or programmes for projects 
• Keep abreast and research of current events affecting the work of the Unit and socioeconomic conditions and the impact these may have on Unit matters and agendas.  
  
2. Stakeholder Management  
• Implement the Stakeholder management plan/strategy.  
• Develop a stakeholder matrix 
  
3. Project Management   
• Implement strategy and objectives for Project Implementation  
• Manage that all projects are completed on time and within budget and that best practice development principles are applied to all programmes 
• Deliver projects effectively (time, cost, quality, control & fit for purpose) 
• Implement project management guidelines and principles 
• Provide input into the development and defining of project management methodologies, tools and templates.  
• Create project scopes, goals and deliverables that support Nedlac goals 
• Ensure the finalisation of project Agreements and processes within agreed timeframes   
• Identify and highlight issues for escalation where progress is not happening.  
• Formulate remedial measures or initiate dispute resolution – finding creative solutions to problem-solving 
• Analysing and understanding of issues that arise from projects.  
• Formulating budget proposals for the unit 
• Managing and monitor budget expenditure 
• Conceptualise and develop documents for submission to the Executive Manager  
• Editing and proof reading of documents for quality assurance  
  
4. People Management  
• Managing staff in line with their terms and conditions of employment.  
• Manage the performance of subordinates in accordance with the policies and procedures of NEDLAC.  
• Conduct quarterly performance management reviews and annual performance Management appraisals.  
• Implement and participate in progress evaluation and suggest measures to increase performances and results.  
• Manage the development of Personal Development Plans for subordinates and ensure implementation.  
• Coach and capacitate staff in line with their area of work.  
 
5. Risk Identification  
• Apply project feasibility processes.  
• Identify and report on the risks associated with projects and establish risk escalation mechanisms and mitigation strategies.  
• Engage with key stakeholders.  
 
6. Programme Reporting  
• Compile progress reports for submission to the Executive Manager: Programmes.  
• Reporting in line with terms of reference and project plans  
 
Qualifications & Experience Required
• Honours ‘degree or equivalent postgraduate qualifications in Social science/ Economics/Public policy/ Public administration or equivalent NQF 8. 
• At least 5+ experience in similar environment involving public policy, Policy formulation, Legislation, Monitoring & Evaluation   
• Knowledge of:  
1. Economic policy 
2. Trade policy,  
3. Finance, fiscal and monetary policy o Transformation issues  
4. Legislative and policy development  
• Computer skills (MS 0ffice), Project Management, Planning and organizing, negotiation, mediation, facilitation skills

​Remuneration Scale: R1 207 691.94 per annum (all-inclusive package)  Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days please consider your application unsuccessful.  
  
Conditions of service:   
NEDLAC is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve its equity objectives. Therefore, people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply