Chief Director: Economic Infrastructure and Logistics Full Time

Job Requirements

A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the SAQA in Transport and Logistics Management/ Economics/ Development Planning or relevant qualification. 5 years senior managerial experience in developing and managing PPPs, including structuring and delivering infrastructure projects with PPP component, Transport and Logistics and Economic Infrastructure in public/private environment. Key Requirements: Proven experience structuring, packaging and managing PPP projects and developing bankable project pipelines. Experience preparing business cases, feasibility studies and project packaging for infrastructure projects. Experience coordinating with development partners, financiers and SOEs. Experience in freight logistics and supply-chain analysis (domestic and cross-border). Programme and project management experience, including monitoring deliverables and implementation. Financial management experience including management of programme-level budgets. Stakeholder engagement experience at provincial, regional and national levels and hosting multi‑stakeholder events. Experience 94 in monitoring and evaluation and preparing consolidated reports for senior management and oversight bodies. Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability and willingness to travel locally and internationally as required.

Duties

Implementation of Programmes and Strategies: Lead development and implementation of the Economic Infrastructure and Logistics strategy aligned to the Spatial Industrial Development Strategy. Facilitate business-case development and oversee packaging and feasibility studies for PPP and infrastructure projects. Oversee development of infrastructure and logistics programmes in SEZs and industrial parks and assess demand/supply for services. Monitoring and Evaluation: Implement SDIP reporting standards and prepare consolidated reports for EXCO, Portfolio Committee and other oversight structures. Report on domestic and international infrastructure/investment trends and site-visit outcomes that affect prioritised industrial sectors. Partner with research and technical institutions (e.g., CSIR) to analyse and optimise logistics solutions. Economic Infrastructure and Logistics: Identify, assess and develop a pipeline of bankable PPP and infrastructure projects. Manage project structuring, co‑financing arrangements and liaison with development partners and private financiers. Provide guidance on rail, energy and freight logistics opportunities, and maintain databases of specialised companies. Communication and Marketing: Provide strategic guidance on packaging the dtic’s infrastructure and logistics offerings for investment attraction. Support development of regional databases (e.g., North Africa) to promote cross‑border collaboration and investment. Project Management; Oversee implementation of PPP and infrastructure projects, including contract negotiation, deal closure and compliance monitoring. Intervene to resolve implementation challenges and ensure projects meet delivery targets and regulatory requirements. Risk Management: Advise on financial and operational risks associated with PPPs and infrastructure projects and recommend mitigation measures. Monitor and report on economic and business risks affecting project implementation. Stakeholder & Customer Relations Management: Represent the dtic in corridor and SEZ development structures and host infrastructure summits to promote collaboration. Build and maintain relationships with SOEs, provincial authorities, industry and international partners. Chief Directorate Management: Manage staff performance, training and development; oversee financial resources and assets of the Chief Directorate. Lead strategic planning, execution of the operational plan and reporting against business plans and targets.

What is the Salary

R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive remuneration package)

Location

Sunnyside, Pretoria

How to Apply

Ms K Xaluva Tel No: (012) 394 1563 / L Mdashe Tel No: (012) 394 3103

can be submitted: Via e-mail to applications@thedtic.gov.za (Ref no. must appear in subject-line – if no reference no. is provided the application may not be considered), by post to The Director: Human Resources Management, Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001; Hand-delivered to the dtic Campus, corner of Meintjies and Robert Sobukwe Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria.

Apply Before:

3/30/2026

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Additional Information

In terms of the dtic’s EE requirements, preference will be given to African males and persons with disabilities.

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