Requirements
A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Economics / Development Planning Studies or relevant qualifications. 3–5 years’ relevant managerial experience in regional or local economic development in both the private and public sectors. Key Requirements: Demonstrated experience in capacity building programmes, institutional development, and stakeholder coordination within the public sector, municipalities, or development agencies. Proven experience in policy implementation, programme/project management, and intergovernmental relations. Sound understanding of Local Economic Development (LED) frameworks, policies, and strategies in South Africa. Knowledge of cooperative governance and intergovernmental relations (IGR), particularly as it relates to municipalities and local economic growth. Familiarity with capacity building methodologies, institutional strengthening approaches, and performance monitoring systems. Understanding of government planning cycles (IDPs, PGDS, NDP alignment) and financial management principles (PFMA, MFMA). Strong project and programme management skills (planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation). Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills. Strategic thinking and policy analysis skills. Report writing, presentation, and facilitation skills. Financial and human resource management skills. Ability to use research, data, and evidence to inform decision-making.
Duties
Industrial Parks Revitalization – Project Management: Identify key regional industrial clusters and value chains that can unlock economic potential. Manage and coordinate regional industrial development projects and 71 strategies for industrial parks, townships, and rural communities. Ring- fence clusters and develop implementation frameworks for identified regional projects. Manage project milestones and targets in line with the annual performance plan. Industrial Parks Revitalization Programme (IPRP) Support: Manage the implementation of IPRP for industrial parks, townships, and the rural economy. Ensure effective communication of IPRP across all stakeholders. Manage the institutionalization of IPRP management and operations with all provinces and agencies. Advise beneficiaries and stakeholders on broader regional industrial development programs and strategies. Stakeholder Management: Identify and analyze key stakeholders in regions. Promote regional industrial development and cluster growth. Facilitate and build strategic partnerships to implement industrial park projects. Communicate project status to stakeholders and follow up on information requests. Improve internal work processes to enhance customer service. Compile reports on strategic operational areas for relevant stakeholders. Policy Implementation: Contribute to the development and monitoring of the National Industrial Parks Policy. Conduct workshops and gather stakeholder input to guide supported state-owned industrial parks, aligning with department strategies and policies. Provide input to promote inclusive economic participation and transformation in townships and rural communities. Compile quarterly insights on policy implementation and engage with international stakeholders such as UNIDO, GIZ, SECO, and WB. 4. 4.5 Contribute to policy development internally. Monitoring and Evaluation: Track project alignment and performance against the strategic outcomes of sub-directorate programs. Benchmark and improve processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness, and suggest corrective actions. Provide input for annual reviews regarding the impact of Industrial Parks Revitalization on regional development and cluster initiatives, and prepare reports. Produce quarterly reports on the performance of regional industrial development and cluster initiatives for IPs, townships, and rural interventions. Sub- directorate Management: Manage the collection of inputs for quarterly and annual reports, business plans, and targets. Oversee financial resources and assets of the unit. Manage human resources within the sub- directorate. Oversee reporting on financial and operational risks.
Salary
R1 059 105 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
Location
Sunnyside, Pretoria
Application
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