WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL SERVICES AND ICT SECTOR REF NO: DEDAT 05/2023 
SALARY : R766 584 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or equivalent) or higher in economics, development studies or investment management; A minimum of 3 years management level experience. Recommendation: Qualification or experience in research; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Western Cape Economy; Services sector; Investment Promotion and Development; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Research and report writing; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : To develop operational financial services and ICT sector programmes derived from the strategic framework for Trade and Sector Development (TSD); Maintain networks with key stakeholders and ensure horizontal and vertical alignment with the sector; Support and implement the market growth and promotion of the sector; Identify sector specific blockages and participate in the unblocking of opportunities in order to achieve strategic outcomes; Co-develop and support programmes to improve sector competitiveness and development; To act as a project manager for the various Financial Services and ICT programmes being designed and developed through national and provincial government policy; Human Resource Management; Financial Management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms I van Schalkwyk Tel No: (021) 483 9494 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC COORDINATION REF NO: DEDAT 06/2023 
SALARY : R393 711 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience within a strategic and operational support environment. Recommendation: Proven experience in the coordination and assessment of strategic documents (including Annual Reports and Annual Performance Plans) and coordinating and reporting on strategic matters within a national or provincial government department. Competencies: Knowledge of the implementation and reporting on the following: Provincial and national government strategic planning strategies and frameworks; Policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices in applicable areas, including Human Rights Mainstreaming, POPIA and PAIA; Strategic management processes, including Ethics, Values-driven Change Management and Service Delivery Improvement Planning; Public Finance Management Act; Basic Knowledge of Economics; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organising; Facilitation/coordination; Problem solving; Communication (written, verbal, presentation, report writing); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Policy analysis 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate departmental strategic processes including Annual Performance Plan, Annual Report, Strategic Plan (Midterm review) and Annual Operational Plan; Facilitate the Department’s reporting on strategic matters by project managing the process and all strategic reporting and activities as they relate to all interactions with the National Departments, Department of the Premier, Provincial Treasury and the Office of the Auditor General; Facilitate strategic support to the Department through the management and reporting of cross-cutting issues relating to departmental strategic responsibilities, including Service Delivery Improvement, Human Rights Mainstreaming and Values driven Change Management; Raise awareness on POPIA, PAIA and Ethics. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Carstens Tel No: (021) 483 9223 /Martie.Carstens@westerncape.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: KNOWLEDGE AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT REF NO: DEDAT 04/2023 
SALARY : R269 214 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Post school qualification (1-2 years) in Knowledge Management or Data Management; A minimum of 3 year relevant experience. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant software packages; Relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures, including, Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and data management; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); Skills needed: Numeracy and literacy; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project management; Accounting finance and audit; Information technology; Economic and financial analysis; Legal administration. 
 
DUTIES : Render line administrative support services; Co-ordinate reporting activities and maintain the relevant systems; Provide knowledge management, enterprise content management (ECM) and procurement support; Assist with the administration of the user asset management plan, business continuity plan and security services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Stevens Tel No: (021) 483 9243