TRADE & INVESTMENT KWAZULU-NATAL (TIKZN) VACANCIES

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TRADE & INVESTMENT KWAZULU-NATAL (TIKZN)
 

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT
 
Business Unit: Investment Promotion
EXECUTIVE MANAGER: INVESTMENT PROMOTION
Reference: TIKZN/001/2025
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Job Grade: E1
Duration: Five-Year Fixed Term Contract
 
Brief Outline of Duties: 
To pioneer the development and implementation of investment attraction, facilitation, business retention and expansion strategies aimed at positioning KZN as a preferred investment. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (Among others) 

1. Lead and drive transformation initiatives within the Business Unit 
2. Investment promotion (generation, attraction, and facilitation) 
3. Business retention and expansion 
4. Development, management, and reporting on strategic and operational plans for the Business Unit 
5. Budget and resource management 
6. Stakeholder Engagement (Internal and External) 
7. People Management 

 
JOB SPECIFICATION 
Educational and /or Technical Competencies: 

• A master’s degree in business sciences/economics/ Investment Promotion or related qualification. 
• Valid driver’s license. 

 
Experience:

• 10 years relevant senior management experience in related field; 
• 5 years project management experience. 

 
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

• Experience in developing corporate strategies and plans. 
• Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy. 
• Financial acumen, awareness, and knowledge. 
• Sound leadership Management skills. 
• Ability to work in cross-functional projects/teams. 
• Excellent co-ordination and project management skills. 
• Computer literate at an intermediate level. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 

 
 
Closing date: 28 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
To apply for this position, kindly submit your motivation letter, curriculum vitae and copies of educational qualification. Application for the position can be emailed to [email protected].
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. Women and People with disability are encouraged to apply for this position. Prospective employee will be subjected to competency assessments and security vetting as part of the selection process. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful. 
 
(PLEASE QUOTE THE POSITION NAME AND REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION SUBJECT LINE)
 
 
 
 

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INTERNAL / EXTERNAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT
 
Business Unit: Office of the CEO
COMPANY SECRETARY
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Job Grade: D2
Duration: Permanent
Location TIKZN Head Office, Durban
Reference No TIKZN 002/2025
 
Brief Outline of Duties: 
To provide administrative and advisory support to the Board ensuring that the Entity is directed, managed, and controlled to comply with corporate governance, legal and other regulatory requirements. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (Among others) 

1. Corporate governance. 
2. Board secretariat. 
3. Risk management. 
4. Governance of the organisation. 
5. Office administration. 

 
JOB SPECIFICATION 
Educational and /or Technical Competencies: 

• Postgraduate University Law Degree / LLB /Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa qualification (CIS)/ Postgraduate qualification in Commerce. 

 
Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in corporate governance at management level of which 3 years’ experience should be in Board secretariat and Board administration. 
• Experience with, and a detailed understanding of public sector legislation, Companies Act, King IV report regulations and statutory provisions affecting TIKZN.

 
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

• Organisational and planning skills. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 
• Computer literate at an advanced level. 

 
 
Closing date: 28 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
To apply for this position, kindly submit your motivation letter, curriculum vitae, and copies of educational qualification. Application for the position can be emailed to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. Women and People with disability are encouraged to apply for this position. Prospective employees will be subjected to competency assessments and background vetting as part of the selection process. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful. 
 
(PLEASE QUOTE THE POSITION NAME ON YOUR APPLICATION SUBJECT LINE)
 
 
 
 

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INTERNAL / EXTERNAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT
 
Business Unit: Investment Promotion
PROJECT MANAGER: INVESTMENT PROMOTION
Reporting to: General Manager: Investment Promotion
Job Grade: D1
Duration: Permanent
Reference No TIKZN/003/2025
 
Brief Outline of Duties: 
To attract domestic and foreign investment in line with the strategic initiatives of TIKZN through the promotion and facilitation of the investment opportunities in key provincial priority sectors. Knowledge and exposure in the ICT, manufacturing and Agriculture sectors is essential
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (Among others) 

1. Investment Promotion 
2. Investment Facilitation 
3. Stakeholder engagement 
4. Client Enquiry Management 
5. Reporting

 
JOB SPECIFICATION 
Educational and / or Technical Competencies: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Business Administration, or related qualification is essential. 
• Honours degree in in Economics or Business Administration, or related qualification will be an added advantage. 

 
Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Project Management within the Investment Promotion and Facilitation environment.

 
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

• Thorough knowledge of economic sectors is essential. 
• Working knowledge of relevant South African legislations 
• Knowledge of international trends in investment 
• Knowledge of international trade and investment dynamics 
• Basic understanding of incentives and grants. 
• Knowledge of work permits and company registration processes and documents. 

 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• Organisational and Planning Skills 
• Good verbal and written communication skills 
• Computer Literate at an intermediate level 
• Good Office etiquette 
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently as well as a team player 
• Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills. 
• Ability to get up to speed with new processes/procedures and able to adapt readily to change 
• Good project management skills 
• Good time management skills 
• Ability to interpret relevant legislative requirements and conditions of services Judgement 

 
 
Closing date: 28 February@ 23h59. 
 
To apply for this position, kindly submit your motivation letter, curriculum vitae and copies of educational qualification. Application for the position can be emailed to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. People with disability are encouraged to apply for this position. Prospective employee will be subjected to competency assessments and security vetting as part of the selection process. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful. 
 
(PLEASE QUOTE THE POSITION NAME AND REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION SUBJECT LINE)
 
 
 
 
 

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 INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP ADVERTISEMENT 
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) is a South African trade and investment promotion provincial public entity established in terms of the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Agency Act, No. 05 of 2010. The following internship positions are based at the Head Office in Durban 
 
INTERNSHIP: BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION 
Ref: TIKZN/IP/2025 
 
Key Performance Areas 

• Project filling and log in project details in project tracking tools. 
• Co-ordination and preparation of Technical Assistance Fund applications. 
• General support to Manager Destination Marketing, Project Managers and Business Retention and Expansion Officers for sector events, roundtables and projects. 
• Co-ordination and preparation of BEE financial scheme assistance applications. 
• General administration 

 
Qualifications: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Economics/ Development Studies/ Business Administration or Business Management. 
• Postgraduate degree would serve as an added advantage. 

 
 
Equity Statement 
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally and will ensure our recruitment process is in line with achieving our Employment Equity goals. 
 
Closing date: 21 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
Applications can be submitted to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. People with disability are encouraged to apply for this development opportunity. 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
 
 
 

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP ADVERTISEMENT
 
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) is a South African trade and investment promotion provincial public entity established in terms of the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Agency Act, No. 05 of 2010. The following internship positions are based at the Head Office in Durban 
 
INTERNSHIP- COMMUNICATIONS: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS 
Ref: TIKZN/M&C/2025 
 
Brief Outline of Duties: 
The Communications Intern will assist the Marketing and Communications (M&C) team in executing communication strategies, enhancing the visibility of TIKZN’s brand, and supporting stakeholder engagement efforts. This internship offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in public relations, content creation, digital communications, and media relations. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (Among others) 

• Content development: Multimedia, 
• press releases, 
• newsletters and 
• other communication materials 
• Social media management: 
  • Managing and creating content for social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.). 
  • Planning and scheduling posts to align with communications strategies. 
  • Knowledge of trends and best practices in digital communication. 
• Event support: 
  • Assist in planning and executing events 
  • Provide on-site support during events 

 
JOB SPECIFICATION 
Educational and /or Technical Competencies: 

• National Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or Journalism 
• Course in digital or social media marketing is advantageous. 

 
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Understanding of the digital marketing landscape. 
• Understanding of marketing platforms and digital marketing platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms. 
• Creative writing ability. 

 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Computer literacy at an intermediate level. 
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel. 
• Ability to aspire to a culture of service excellence. 
• Proactive and eager to learn. 
• Creative thinker with problem-solving abilities. 
• Professional demeanour and ability to maintain confidentiality. 

 
 
Equity Statement 
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally and will ensure our recruitment process is in line with achieving our Employment Equity goals. 
 
Closing date: 21 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
Applications can be submitted to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes.
Prospective employees will be subjected to competency assessments and security vetting as part of the selection process. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP ADVERTISEMENT
 
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) is a South African trade and investment promotion provincial public entity established in terms of the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Agency Act, No. 05 of 2010. The following internship positions are based at the Head Office in Durban 
 
INTERNSHIP - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT 
Ref: TIKZN/IT/2025 
 
Brief Outline of Duties: 
To provide IT Desktop Support services and log calls for the IT Help desk. To provide Website and Desktop Publishing services. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (Among others) 

• IT Helpdesk Call Logging 
• Desktop Support 
• Network support 
• Management of servers and applications including Microsoft and Linux based systems 
• Management of LAN devices including switches and firewalls 
• Management of WAN links and WAN partners where the monitoring of link usage and WAN optimization will be required 
• Management of Information Security system/processes i.e. anti-virus and other forms of end-point protection and policies 
• Management of VoIP telephone devices and PBX systems 

 
JOB SPECIFICATION 
Educational and /or Technical Competencies: 
The intern should have as a minimum: 

• Bachelor of Information Technology Degree or Diploma in Information Technology 
• Exposure to Microsoft 365 and Azure would be an added advantage. 

 
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
Sound knowledge of: 

• Information Technology Hardware Infrastructure Maintenance and Support. 
• Website and Desktop Publishing. 
• Latest Technologies e.g. Microsoft 365, Azure. 
• Understanding of the ICT regulations. 

 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Computer literacy at an intermediate level. 
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel. 
• Ability to aspire to a culture of service excellence. 

 
 
Closing date: 21 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
Applications can be submitted to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes.
Prospective employees will be subjected to competency assessments and security vetting as part of the selection process. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
 
 

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP ADVERTISEMENT 
 
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) is a South African trade and investment promotion provincial public entity established in terms of the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Agency Act, No. 05 of 2010. The following internship positions are based at the Head Office in Durban 
 
INTERNSHIP: INVESTMENT PROMOTION 
Ref: TIKZN/IP/2025 
 
Key Performance Areas 

• Project filling and log in project details in project tracking tools. 
• Co-ordination and preparation of Technical Assistance Fund applications. 
• General support for Project Managers for sector events/ roundtables. 
• Co-ordination and preparation of BEE financial scheme assistance applications. 
• General administration. 

 
Qualifications: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Economics/ Development Studies/ Business Administration or Business Management. 
• Postgraduate degree would serve as an added advantage. 

 
 
Equity Statement 
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally and will ensure our recruitment process is in line with achieving our Employment Equity goals. 
 
Closing date: 21 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
Applications can be submitted to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. People with disability are encouraged to apply for this development opportunity. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
 
 
 

​INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP ADVERTISEMENT 
 
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) is a South African trade and investment promotion provincial public entity established in terms of the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Agency Act, No. 05 of 2010. The following internship positions are based at the Head Office in Durban 
 
INTERNSHIP: HUMAN RESOURCES 
Ref: TIKZN/HR/2025 
 
Key Performance Areas 

• Coordination and facilitation of Training and Development initiatives. 
• Assist with the coordination and facilitation of Performance management processes. 
• To assist with provision of secretarial and administrative support to the General Manager: HR, Executive Manager: Corporate Services and other committees, as and when required. 
• Ensure proper records keeping and management system in HR. 
• Collation of information for report compilation/ writing purposes. 
• Provide administrative support for Employee Wellness programmes. 
• Facilitate the Recruitment and Selection process. 
• Assist with leave management and employee benefits processes. 

 
Qualifications:

• National Diploma/ Degree in Human Resources and Management/ Labour Relations. 
• Postgraduate in Industrial Psychology/ Labour Relations/ Human Resources Management will serve as an added advantage. 

 
 
Equity Statement 
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally and will ensure our recruitment process is in line with achieving our Employment Equity goals. ` 
 
Closing date: 21 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
Applications can be submitted to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. People with disability are encouraged to apply for this development opportunity. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.

​​INTERNAL/EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP ADVERTISEMENT
 
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal (TIKZN) is a South African trade and investment promotion provincial public entity established in terms of the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Agency Act, No. 05 of 2010. The following internship positions are based at the Head Office in Durban 
 
ETHICS INTERNSHIP: CORPORATE SERVICES 
Ref: TIKZN/Ethics/2025 
 
Key Performance Areas 

• Research, identify, assess, and inform the Executive Manager: Corporate Services of internal and external matters which affect the Ethics office. 
• Interacting and advising business units to serve as a resource for ethical dilemmas. 
• Assist with the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the Ethics Office. 
• Disseminate ethics policies, procedures including all ethics information. 
• Develops and implements internal and external ethics communication plans. 
• Facilitates road shows for dissemination of executive decisions and board decisions on ethics strategies. 
• Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the Ethics Office. 
• Ensure that ethics information, files, and documents are securely stored, and privacy / confidentiality is maintained. 
• General administration. 

 
Qualifications: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law/ Corporate Governance/risk Management and Compliance or equivalent. 
• Postgraduate degree would serve as an added advantage. 

 
 
Equity Statement 
We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally and will ensure our recruitment process is in line with achieving our Employment Equity goals. 
 
Closing date: 21 February 2025 @ 23h59. 
 
Applications can be submitted to [email protected]. 
 
TIKZN subscribes to the principles of employment equity in its recruitment processes. People with disability are encouraged to apply for this development opportunity. 
 
NB: Applicants who have not received any correspondence from us within three (3) months of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful.

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