WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM

 
 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM REF NO: DEDAT 2019-38 
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum (Level 16) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Postgraduate Degree (NQF 8); A Minimum of 8 years’ senior management experience. 3 years of which must be with any organ of state as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: latest advances in public management theory and practice, modern systems of governance and administration, policies of the government of the day, global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape, Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector, inter-governmental and international relations, communications, media management, public relations, public participation and public education; Strong conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; Strong leadership, team building and interpersonal skills; Exceptional planning, organizing and people management skills; The ability to multi task, deal with ambiguity and manage change in an ever-changing environment and under pressurized circumstances. 
 
DUTIES : Manage economic coordination and stakeholder engagements to create an enabling environment for viable economic growth and job opportunities; Facilitate the creation of opportunities to influence economic growth and job creation with specific priority sectors, Financial Services and ICT Sector, Oil, Gas and Maritime, Tourism and Agri-processing; Promote the transformation of the Western cape economy towards green economic growth; Optimise communication and stakeholder relationships with economic stakeholders and partners; Drive the development and implementation of the Provincial Economic Development and Tourism Strategy as well as the departmental strategic planning processes; Evaluate the performance of the department on a continuous basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Ensure that sound people and financial management practices are adhered to in the department; Facilitate delivery through sound administration and the engagement of all spheres of government and social partners. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms LS Esterhuyse at Tel No: (021) 483 5856/083 629 3244 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
CLOSING DATE : 13 January 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION REF NO: DEDAT 2019-48 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum (Level 14) (All-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year graduate qualification (NQF 7) as recognized by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior management level; A valid code 8 driver's license (or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities). Recommendations: Postgraduate qualification would be an advantage; Extensive knowledge of applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Competence in at least 2 official languages in the Western Cape. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership; People management and empowerment; Programme and project management; Financial management; Change management; Knowledge management; Service delivery innovation; Problem solving and analysis; Client orientation and customer focus; Communication. 
 
DUTIES : Translation of the departmental vision into the Chief Directorate's goals; and to align programme and operational support; Develop and maintain a provincial skills development strategy and methodologies to narrow the gap between the demand for and the supply of skills; Provide an understanding of the skills required to stimulate economic growth through the promotion of coordination, partnerships and collaboration in support of gaining access to occupationally directed programmes and projects; Leverage skills funding incentives from various partners and the development of data and information management systems to support evidence-based decision making to skills development interventions; Drive the promotion of incentive benefits to industry in pursuit of skills development interventions; Financial Management; People Management and Empowerment. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Julies at Tel No: (021) 483 9000 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 January 2020

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TOURISM SECTION REF NO: DEDAT 2019-42 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
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. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Knowledge of HRM processes; Labour relations; Financial management; Project management; Public Service procedures; Applicable policies and procedures; Relationship management; Applied strategic Thinking; Creative thinking; Decision making; Proven computer literacy; Problem-solving; Service delivery Innovation; Impact & influence, networking; Organisation communication & effectiveness; Self-management; Team membership; Continuous improvement; Diversity management. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate the development of sector strategies and policies including the implementation thereof; Maintain networks with key stakeholders and support horizontal and vertical alignment with the tourism sector; Support and implement the market growth and promotion of the tourism sector; Participate in the unblocking of opportunities in order to achieve strategic outcomes; Provide an administrative service for support programmes to improve sector competitiveness and development; Support and implement an enabling environment for tourists in terms of the National Tourism Second Amendment Act (70 of 2000). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr B Nopote at Tel No: (021) 483 9411 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
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 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 January 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING REF NO: DEDAT 2019-47 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) with a minimum of 6 years’ experience in a financial management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards; Adjustment Estimate process; Basic Accounting System; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Ability to effectively use computer hardware and software as delivery tools. 
 
DUTIES : Effective and efficient operational management of the Budget management component; Recruitment and selection; Financial Management; Participation in Strategic Management; Co-ordination of the Budgeting and Planning portfolio; Strategic Planning process; Budget process; Adjustment estimate process; Adjustment estimate process; Training in terms of budgeting and planning to line functions; Co-ordinate of the Reporting Portfolio; Quarterly reporting; Annual reporting; Training in terms of reporting to line functions; Committees/Forums/Working groups; Accompany CFO to CFO sector specific forum at National Treasury. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Le Breton at Tel No: (021) 483 9158 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
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 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 January 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER: PROCUREMENT REF NO: DEDAT 2019-45 
SALARY : R316 791 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) with a minimum of 3 years’ administrative experience in a Supply Chain Management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: PFMA; Supply Chain Management; Procurement prescripts; Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills; Supervisory skills; Excellent report writing skills; Proven computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Decision making; Organising and Planning; Problem Solving; Analytical Skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide the following services: Demand Management, Acquisition Management, Contract Management, Logistics and Payment, File & Database Management and general. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms H Baker Tel No: (021) 483 9297 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
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 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 January 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
PROCUREMENT CLERK: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: DEDAT 2019-46 
SALARY : R173 703 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification). Recommendations: Experience in the following: Contract administration processes; Supply Chain management processes and procedures. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Demand Management; Acquisition Management; Public Finance Management Act; AO system; Procurement prescripts; Bidding; Procurement; Written and verbal communication skills; Proven computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Administration of compliance documentation; Capture orders on Logistical Information System (LOGIS); Loading of terms of reference on IPS; Download and collate documents from IPS; Draft minutes in meetings; Compile memo's in task teams; Assist with the opening of bids; Task team preparation; Ensure that compliance is adhered to; Ensure that relevant prescripts are adhered to throughout the procurement processes including LOGIS; Capture orders on LOGIS; Updating of project files; Updating databases daily.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms H Baker at Tel No: (021) 483 9297 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
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 
 
CLOSING DATE : 20 January 2020