Job Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Development Studies / Political Science / Economics or Town and Regional Planning; A minimum of 3 years management experience; 3 years economic development experience; 5 years public sector project management experience; 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. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Public sector – policy and strategy development and public service procedures; International experience; Innovations and research outputs relating to economic catalytic projects; Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Public service regulatory frameworks; People management processes; Project management; Public Financial Management Act and its regulation; Stakeholder management; Public sector economic development projects. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Interpersonal skills; Analytical skills; Planning and organising; Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation skills to present to different audiences; Research skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties
Facilitate catalytic infrastructure projects and programmes aligned to the strategy and plans; Facilitate and co-ordinate stakeholder engagements, i.e. Establish fora, steering committees and task teams as relevant and as per the Cape Catalyst methodology for projects and programmes; Develop, co- ordinate and manage catalytic infrastructure intervention strategies; Manage and oversee work of professional service providers; People Management; Financial Management.
What is the Salary
R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
Location
Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.
How to Apply
Mr J Bezuidenhout Tel No: (021) 483 3522
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Apply Before:
5/25/2026
Reference No:
DEDAT 15/2026
Additional Information