Job Description

Closing Date

2025/10/20

Reference Number

WCG250909-1

Tracking Number

DEDAT 50/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Tourism Sector, Ref No. DEDAT 50/2025

Department

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Ms N Losi at (021) 832 5782

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 suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate and facilitate the creation of opportunities to influence economic growth and job creation within the tourism sector (Destination Management).

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Commerce/Tourism/Public Administration; A minimum of 3-years relevant experience (Project management relating to tourism, economic development, public administration and tourism industry); 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.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Stakeholder engagements; Project Management; Maintain provincial safety and support mechanisms for tourists; Setting up meetings with stakeholders and minute taking; Assisting the public with tourism related enquiries; Report writing; Facilitate and coordinate tourist road signage applications.

The following will be advantageous:

Experience in the following: Project management; Stakeholder management; Financial management experience; Coordination of meetings (in-person and virtual) and events; Researching and tracking of tourism trends experience; Tourism safety/ destination management experience.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Tourism Second Amendment Act (3 of 2014) and applicable policies and procedures; Skills needed: Analytical thinking; Planning and Organisational; Problem-solving; Decision making; Creative thinking; Accuracy and numeracy; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Presentation; Leading and supervising; Working with people; Networking; Ability to work independently and as part of a team' Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. 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, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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.