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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM
 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 25 March 2019 
 
 
 
NOTE: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful. 

 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: MANUFACTURING REF NO: DEDAT 2019-07 
SALARY: R1 005 063 per annum (Level 13) (All-inclusive salary package). The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal need. 
CENTRE: Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A relevant 3-year degree (NQF 7 qualification); A minimum of 5 years’ management experience in an economic development environment; Code 8 driving license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities; Relevant project management experience relating to economic development. Recommendation: Experience working in government; Degree in economics; Management experience; Research and statistical analytics (Economic market assessments and feasibility studies); Stakeholder management; Experience as a development economist working in different sectors not just manufacturing. Competencies: Decision making; Problem solving; Creative thinking; Project management; Team work; Conflict resolution; Report writing skills; Planning; and Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES: Manage the development of sector strategies and policies including the implementation thereof relating to the development of a particular sector in the economy; Build and maintain networks with key stakeholders and ensure horizontal and vertical alignment within the Manufacturing and Oil & Gas sector; Develop, support and implement the market growth and the promotion of the manufacturing sector; Identify sector specific blockages and participate in the unblocking of opportunities in order to achieve strategic outcomes relating to economic development for the Western Cape; Oversee, co-develop and support programmes to improve sector competitiveness and development of the Manufacturing sector; Strategic management of the Directorate; Human resource management of the Directorate; and Management of the financial resources of the Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Ilse van Schalkwyk at (021) 483 9494 

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SKILLS INCENTIVES REF NO: DEDAT 2019-08 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY: R697 011 per annum (Level 11) 
CENTRE: Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience; a valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Labour Relations Act; Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Public service procedures; Management principles and people management procedures; Financial systems in the public service; Budgeting and other financial processes; Asset Management, intervention control and risk management; Strategic capability and leadership skills. Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES: Facilitate the initiation of research and analysis of skill development data, information and funding partnerships at government and industry level; Develop and maintain partnerships for skills development strategies, initiatives, projects and sources of skills funding; Facilitate and participate in skills development forums to assist with the work placement of youth to gain experiential learning and the allocation of funding for appropriate skills projects; 4Collect and analyse SETA related information; Facilitate the SETA Co-ordination to assist with the knowledge management regarding the current interventions including partnerships established between various skills stakeholders; Report on funding and projects, perform the due diligence and required governance arrangements, as required by partners, subject to the audit readiness and scrutiny of independent assurance providers. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr A Phillips at (021) 483 9418 
 
NOTE: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202