Job Requirements
A recognized Advanced Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 or equivalent qualification preferably in Local Economic Development, Development Planning and /or Economics or any other relevant qualification. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level in the relevant field. An understanding of various government programmes. Local government legislation, co-operative governance, community employment programmes, outcome-based approach five years local government Plan, the LED Framework, the linkages between LED, Integrated Development Planning and Spatial Planning and the National Growth Path. Pre Entry SMS or Nyukela Certificate is required prior to appointment. A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Financial management, Change management, Knowledge management, People management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Service delivery innovations, Client orientation and customer focus, Problem solving and analysis, Communications.
Duties
Provide support to municipalities in the development and implementation of LED strategies. Support municipalities in building vibrant LED structures. Monitor and evaluate LED programmes implementation and impact thereof. Mobilise and coordinate public/private sector support to municipal LED programmes. Development and implement LED capacity building programme.
What is the Salary
R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive SMS remuneration package)
Location
Mbombela (Head Office)
How to Apply
Mr PP Mokwena Tel No: (013) 766 6225 and Ms. NI Mashego Tel No: (013) 766 6543
Applications must be email to: Coghstarecruitment@mpg.gov.za OR, couriered OR Hand delivered to: Rhino Building extension 2 No.7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Mbombela, 1200. FOR ATTENTION : The Director: HRM & D
Apply Before:
5/29/2026
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