WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM VACANCIES

​NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. 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 1managerial 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. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. 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: GREEN ECONOMY PROGRAMME AND PROJECTS REF NO: DEDAT 51/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Economics or Economic Development, Sustainability or Climate Change or Town Planning or Engineering as recognised by SAQA; 5 years’ middle and/ or senior management experience; The successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme (see paragraph 4 in notes below). Competencies: Extensive knowledge of applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Knowledge in development economics; Knowledge in sustainability; Knowledge in statistical information and applied in economics; Knowledge in sustainability; Knowledge in statistical information and applied in economics; Public service procedures; Knowledge of research; Knowledge of People Management processes; Knowledge of labour relations; Empowerment (SMME, Broad-based BEE);Knowledge of capacity Building; Knowledge project management; Knowledge of financial management; Financial systems in the public service; Budgeting and other financial processes; Asset Management and Intervention Control; Financial delegations. 
 
DUTIES : Line Management Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Manage and coordinate green economy projects including transversal projects relating to resource resilience; Facilitate and manage the alignment between all relevant stakeholder interest within the green economy; Identify and drive opportunities for innovation within industry development; Facilitate an enabling skills environment for the green economy; Guide an enabling regulatory environment for the green economy; Monitor and oversee the performance of entities contracted by the WCG to deliver on the Green Economy related priorities; Communicate and source intelligence regarding the Green Economy and resource resilience; Strategic Management (including change management): Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate; Participate in the Chief Directorate’s strategic planning process; Active involvement in the development and management of the strategic and annual performance and operational plans for the Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against predetermined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Chief Director: Green Economy on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources employed by it. People Management: Participation in the recruitment of staff in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s Annual Performance and Operational Plan; Motivate, train and guide staff within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of staff within the Directorate; Monitor information capacity building within the Directorate; Active involvement in the compilation of a human resource plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Directorate; Promote sound labour relations within the Directorate; Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Directorate. Financial Management Active participation in the budgeting process at Branch level; Preparing of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Directorate; Assume direct responsibility for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct responsibility for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Directorate; Report to the Chief Director: Green Economy on all aspects of the Directorate’s finances; Perform diligently all duties assigned by the Chief Director: Green Economy. Assume overall responsibility for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Directorate’s assets; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Directorate are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ajay Trikam Tel No: (021) 483 9117

​OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: GREEN ECONOMY PROGRAMMES AND PROJECTS REF NO: DEDAT 35/2025 
SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics or Environmental Science; A minimum of 3 years middle management experience; 3 years project management experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Sustainability; Statistical information and applied in economics; Public service procedures; Research; People Management processes; Capacity Building; Project management; Public Financial Management Act and its Regulations; Stakeholder management. Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Communication skills (written and verbal); Numeracy; Language skills; Project management; Interpersonal skills; Analytical skills; Planning and organising skills; Motivational skills; Policy formulation; Presentation/facilitation skills; Financial management skills; People management skills; Problem solving skills. It will be advantageous to have 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. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate and develop green economy strategies and plans; Implement and coordinate green economy programmes and projects; Facilitate and co-ordinate stakeholder engagements; People Management; Financial Management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Trikam Tel No: (021) 483 9117 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DEDAT 49/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics / Business or related field; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in enterprise development and administration. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Understanding of business analysis and financial interpretation as a tool for SMME development; Government processes and procedures; Procurement and access to market opportunities in both the public and private sector; Stakeholder management; Project Management; Skills needed: Computer Literacy; Communication skills (written and verbal); Presenting and communicating information; Deciding and initiating action Problem solving; Network and building bonds; Impact and influence; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher). NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. 
 
DUTIES : Support the development of initiatives to enable small business access to non-financial and financial support; Support the implementation of initiatives to provide market access opportunities; Support the implementation of initiatives to enhance entrepreneurship (social and business) ; Support the development of initiatives to improve the enable environment for business through government interaction; Support the development of initiatives to identity gaps and /or blockages for service delivery improvement and refer to the relevant components; Facilitate building and strengthening partnerships to provide small businesses with business development services( e.g.: leveraging of funding and supplier development). This will be advantageous: A post-graduate tertiary qualification in Economics, Business or related field; Experience in project management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Clint Higgins Tel No: (021) 483 8768 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TOURISM SECTOR REF NO: DEDAT 50/2025 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Commerce/Tourism/Public Administration; A minimum of 3-years relevant experience (Project management relating to tourism, economic development, public administration and tourism industry); 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: Tourism Second Amendment Act (3 of 2014) and applicable policies and procedures; Skills needed: Analytical thinking; Planning and Organisational; Problem-solving; Decision making; Creative thinking; Accuracy and numeracy; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Presentation; Leading and supervising; Working with people; Networking; Ability to work independently and as part of a team' Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy. 
 
DUTIES : Stakeholder engagements; Project Management; Maintain provincial safety and support mechanisms for tourists; Setting up meetings with stakeholders and minute taking; Assisting the public with tourism related enquiries; Report writing; Facilitate and coordinate tourist road signage applications. The following will be advantageous: Experience in the following: Project management; Stakeholder management; Financial management experience; Coordination of meetings (in-person and virtual) and events; Researching and tracking of tourism trends experience; Tourism safety/ destination management experience. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Losi Tel No: (021) 832 5782 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: OFFICE OF THE HOD, REF NO: DEDAT 52/2025 
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Basic Accounting systems (BAS), Departmental Delegations (preferably DEDAT) and Supplier Data Bases; Provincial procurement processes; Business and organisational structure of the department; Basic departmental/provincial financial systems and procedures. Skills in the following: Sound communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy MS Office (Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook); within quick turnaround times; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work under pressure and problem solve issues; Understanding of meeting protocol; Ability to coordinate high level inquiries and responses; High level of professionalism; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. 
 
DUTIES : Liaise and report on the status of high volumes of internal and external and enquiries to the Head of Department and the Ministry liaison. Provide general procurement coordination; Responsible for maintaining and managing the office filing system (physical and electronic); Coordinate and render support pertaining to administrative matters; Assist with the procurement, planning and coordinating strategic engagements, forums, and workshops (internal and external); Track and record all incoming and outgoing documents to and from the office of the Head of Department using a centralized database; Facilitate travel arrangements, process and review BAS and Subsistence & Travel (S&T) claims. The following will be advantageous: Diploma in Office Administration (NQF Level 6); Practical experience in the following: Providing clerical support services with the use of Excel spreadsheets for capturing, tracking, and reporting of data and information; The procurement of venues and conferencing facilities for executive engagements, workshops and/or forums with external stakeholders; General administration; Procurement in line with Provincial Treasury circulars; Checking correctness of subsistence and travel of officials and submit to managers for approval; Minute taking; Asset management checking officer duties; Leave administration duties for the office; The use of MS Teams, MS Planner, OneDrive and SharePoint as part of routine clerical support services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Titus Tel No: (021) 483 4842