Job Requirements
An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Industrial Engineering/ Economics / Development Studies or other relevant disciplines at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA.
Duties
Key Performance Areas: The successful candidate will be required to Provide strategic leadership and direction in promoting Maritime Services and Port operations through participatory determination in the industry Co-ordinate and develop Annual Performance, Operational and Strategic Plans for the Chief Directorate Provide strategic direction and coordination in the implementation of the KZN integrated Aerotropolis strategy (IAS) and the associated master plan to support Aerotropolis development Provide strategic leadership and guidance in the implementation of strategies to support industrial economic HUBs and Special Economic Zones (SEZs) Coordinate the development and implementation of policies Manage human, financial resources and assets of the Chief Directorate. Skills, Training, And Competencies: The successful candidate must have: Extensive knowledge of the Durban Aerotropolis Master Plan; Industrial Economic Hubs, Maritime Industry, and Special Economic Zones Strategies; National Maritime Transport Policy; Provincial Industrial Development Strategy (PIDS); and National Development Plan. Broad understanding of the public sector environment. Provincial Growth and Development Plan (PGDP), District Growth and Development Plan (DGDP). Good knowledge of strategy development and policy implementation in accordance with agreed norms and standards. Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service, e.g., the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, the Public Service Act, the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, the Public Service Regulations, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Labour Relations Act. Good stakeholder coordination and engagement, Sound research, knowledge management, strategic capability and leadership, problem solving and analysis, and empowerment. Knowledge and understanding of Employee Performance and Management System, knowledge of the Security Management Act, Bill of Rights, Community Outreach, and Public participation. Skills: Ability to communicate at all levels, including Provincial Departments, Senior Management, and Private Sector Organizations. Computer literacy, strategic planning, negotiating skills, programme and project management principles, report writing, and presentation skills. Broad knowledge of service delivery innovation, change management, and financial management. Strategic and leadership, policy 95 analysis and development, management and administration, advanced written and verbal communication, people management, corporate planning, decision making, research, knowledge management,
What is the Salary
R1 494 900 – R1 787 328 per annum (Level 14) (All-inclusive salary package to be structured under the rules of SMS)
Location
Head Office: Pietermaritzburg
How to Apply
MS F F Pupuma: Tel No: 033 264 2543 / 082 788 8330
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Apply Before:
4/24/2026
Reference No:
Additional Information
Target: Females And People With Disabilities Who Meet The Requirements.