CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSONS FOR THE BELOW-MENTIONED POSTS. CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY SUBSCRIBES TO THE PRINCIPLES OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY AS ESPOUSED IN THE RELEVANT LEGISLATION. 

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 

[Task Grade 15: Salary Scale R691 922.00 – R898 173.00 per annum] 

Total remuneration package – R1, 144, 685.88 per annum subject to certain conditions 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Matric,
• National Diploma in Business Management/Bachelor’s degree in Management or Economics or relevant qualification majoring in Business Management 
• At least 5 – 7 years’ relevant experience of which three (3) years must be at managerial or supervisory level 
• Hands-on experience in strategic consulting and/or business development is an added advantage 
• Valid Driver’s License 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO): 

• Tracking global industry and technology trends to formulate appropriate industry promotion and marketing strategies for Chris Hani District Programs. 
• Identify and promote companies to make Chris Hani District Programs a part of their regional & global activities. 
• Knowledge and experience in preparation of feasibility and viability studies. 
• Work with local authorities at each Local Municipality to help build and understand capabilities to enable desired activities. 
• Working with CEOs, senior management and decision-makers in both the private and public sectors to attract investments towards Chris Hani District Programs as well as facilitate project implementation. 
• Work with Chris Hani District Municipality companies to help them access business opportunities created by Investment Companies and government. 
• Prepare analytic report on sustainable investments and liaise with financial institutions. 

NB: APPLICATIONS FOR VACANT POSTS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY APPLICATION FORM OBTAINABLE FROM CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY WEBSITE AND CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICES. 

www.chrishanidm.gov.za

Fringe Benefits: Medical Aid Scheme, Housing Subsidy, Pension Scheme, Group Life, 13th Cheque and car scheme [where applicable]. 

Enquiries may be directed to Mr. S. Kati or Human Resources Office at 045 808 4634/4669 and 4620 

PLEASE NOTE: 

1.     Preference will be given to suitable qualified person in line with the employment equity act and approved employment equity plan of the district municipality. 

2.     It is compulsory to submit your application on a Chris Hani District Municipality application form accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of your qualifications, certified identity document and certified copy of your valid driver’s license when required. Failure to do so your application will be disqualified 

3.     No faxed CV’s or e-mail applications will be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by the Municipality. If the candidate / applicant is found canvassing any of the panelists, he / she automatically disqualify him/herself.

4.     Appointment will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of determining the validity of qualifications, current and previous employment reference check, criminal checks. 

5.     Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be contacted after 30 days from the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

6.     Closing date of the advertisement is the 13th October 2026 

Applications must be forwarded to: 

The Chris Hani District Municipality, Human Resources Section. Private Bag X 7121, Queenstown, 5320 or hand deliver to 15 Bells Road, Komani. 

G MASHIYI 

MUNICIPAL MANAGER