Job Requirements
An appropriate bachelor’s degree in urban or Regional Planning / Transport Economics / Economic Development / Economics / Policy Development / Engineering (Civil, infrastructure), or Transport Logistics at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA.
Duties
Key Performance Areas: The successful candidate will be required to: Oversee and provide strategic leadership for the Implementation of the Durban Aerotropolis Master Plan and the Integrated Aerotropolis Strategy Oversee and provide strategic leadership for the Implementation of the KZN Regional Airport 97 Strategy Oversee and provide strategic leadership for Advancing knowledge and skills in the field of Aerotropolis and Aviation Industry Technical Economic support and source of information in the development of Aerotropolis Supervise the Aerotropolis Development Administration, Risk Management and Budgeting processes and Manage human resources. Skills, Training, And Competencies: The successful candidate must demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of Aerotropolis theory, including how airports become economic growth engines that link logistics, commerce, planning, and community development. Advance knowledge of Aerotropolis and Airport cities development strategy, global value chains, and connectivity of Aerotropolis, business development, and investment attraction around airports. Knowledge of Urban planning and spatial development, including land-use planning, master planning frameworks, and sustainability principles. Economic development principles, including job creation strategies, investment attraction, economic modelling, and regional competitiveness. Public-private partnerships (PPP) and infrastructure financing with respect to how government and private investors align funding and risk. Transport logistics and connectivity planning with intermodal transport (air, road, rail) and logistics infrastructure. Policy, regulatory, and governance frameworks. Strong Knowledge of the KZN Integrated Aerotropolis Strategy, Durban Aerotropolis Master Plan, KZN Regional Airport Strategy; basic understanding of the South African Civil Aviation Authority Regulations (SACAA), International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO); 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 (BCEA), the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Labour Relations Act, Skills Development Act, Service Delivery Frameworks, policies, and strategies relevant to Aerotropolis development (e.g. National Airports Development Plan, Bilateral Agreements). Skills: Strategic leadership and management Skills. Strategic capability, and leadership, problem-solving, and analysis; financial & budgetary management, administration, people management, risk management, corporate planning, decision making; Creative, analytical & innovative thinking, Computer literacy, good report-writing, negotiation, verbal and written communication, research, basic driving, presentation, project management, and ability to communicate at all levels, including Provincial Departments, Senior Management, and Private Sector Organizations.
What is the Salary
R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (Level 13) (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
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e- Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs or submit their Z83 and CV directly to the following email address: kznjobs@kznedtea.gov.za All attachments for Email applications must include an application form Z83 and CV only combined in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicating the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS), where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) list at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.” Please
Apply Before:
4/24/2026
Reference No:
DIR-AERO
Additional Information
Target: Females And People With Disabilities Who Meet The Requirements.