NOTE : Applications must be on a Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department, and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (including full particulars of training, educational qualifications, skills, competencies and knowledge). All educational qualifications will be verified, and they must be certified copies of the original educational certificates. Certified copy of the Identity Document or National Identity Card must be attached as well. The date on certifying stamp must not be older than 3 months. If an applicant wishes to withdraw his or her application, it must be done in writing and addressed to the Head of Department. Under no circumstances will the Department accept required application documents through facsimile or e-mail. The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to the personnel suitability check, competency assessment, as well as a technical test prior or during the interview. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Due to the huge number of applications for posts, acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be done. We will only communicate with candidates to be invited for interviews. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment of position(s). 
 

 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR – INTERGATED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REF NO: 23/DEED/2018/NW 
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(Those who had previously applied are advised to re-apply as there are changes in the inherent requirements of the post.) 
SALARY : All-Inclusive Remuneration Package of R1 127 334 per annum (Salary Level 14). 60% or 70% of the inclusive salary package must go into the basic salary. (N.B. 60% is applicable to all persons appointed to the SMS from outside the Public Service). The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to the employee’s personal needs. 
CENTRE : Mahikeng / Mmabatho 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Post graduate qualification (NQF 8) in Economics or Economic Development or Economic Management and Analysis or Entrepreneurship. Advanced qualification(s) in the afore-mentioned fields of study will be an added advantage. Applicants must include grade 12 certificate and other post matric qualifications. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in related working field at senior management level in the Public Service or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors. Internationally obtained educational qualifications must be verified by SAQA. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Financial management, Strategic Capability and leadership, Programme and Project management, Change management, Knowledge Management, Service delivery Innovation, Problem solving and Analysis, People management and Empowerment, Client orientation and customer focus, Communication, Honesty and Integrity. Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the contribution by the Department to the local economic growth and development. Identify regulatory burdens that negatively affect business development. Improve service delivery at municipalities for the benefit of small enterprise development. Manage strategic projects and partnership/service level agreements with key stakeholders in the sector and ensure that they are successfully completed within budgetary timelines and performance requirements. Manage the empowerment of enterprises of the designated groups with the aim of addressing economic disparities. Manage the implementation of broad economic strategies and other imperative initiatives to transform the provincial economy. Conduct viability and feasibility studies on prospective projects in terms of, inter alia, technical, socio-economic, environmental and financial management and market processes to aid decision-making about the type of project support and links to support programmes. Assess the impact on increased coordination and partnership with stakeholders on enterprise development. Ensure proper implementation of accessibility of information in regard to funding of enterprises (SMME’s and Cooperatives). Facilitate the alignment of all procurement policies to empower Cooperatives and SMMEs at provincial and local levels. Ensure proper implementation of incubation and skills development programme to sustain small business in the province. Manage the implementation of Departmental Risk Management policy. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Moeketsi Senqhi Tel No: 018 387 7908/7928