Job Description

Closing Date

2025/05/26

Reference Number

WCG250417-3

Tracking Number

DEDAT 22/2025

Job Title

Deputy Director: Municipal Economic Support, Ref No. DEDAT 22/2025

Department

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Salary level

11

Enquiries

Fayruz Dharsey (fayruz.dharsey@westerncape.gov.za)

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to support and co-ordinate regional and municipal economic growth.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics; A minimum of 3 years management level experience; 2 years of work experience must be in the stakeholder management or economic analysis and planning or location-based project implementation.

Recommendation

A Commerce qualification in Economics at NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas

Guide, facilitate and support local municipal economic planning, strategy and implementation; Facilitate and strengthen economic eco-systems within municipalities; Co-ordinate and synergize DEDAT plans and activities within municipalities and districts; Facilitate and coordinate municipal-level data and intelligence for economic planning; People Management; Financial Management.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Applicable economic policies and procedures; Economic Analysis; Research and economic data management; Stakeholder management; Project management; Monitoring and evaluation; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information; Financial management; Public service procedure. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer literacy; Language; Research; Written and verbal communication; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Analytical thinking (Policy and programmatic analysis); Problem solving; Decision-making; Project and knowledge management; Facilitation; Presentation; Networking; Organising and Planning; Report writing; Interpersonal relations; Financial management; Leadership and conflict management.

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary Level 11)

Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests.The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application,technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position,kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.