Job Description

Closing Date

2025/10/20

Reference Number

WCG250730-3

Tracking Number

DEDAT 35/2025

Job Title

Deputy Director: Green Economy Programmes and Projects, Ref No. DEDAT 35/2025

Department

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Salary level

11

Enquiries

Mr A Trikam at (021) 483 9117

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 person to manage the development and implementation of Green Economy programmes and projects.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics or Environmental Science; A minimum of 3 years middle management experience; 3 years project management experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Facilitate and develop green economy strategies and plans; Implement and coordinate green economy programmes and projects; Facilitate and co-ordinate stakeholder engagements; People Management; Financial Management.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Sustainability; Statistical information and applied in economics; Public service procedures; Research; People Management processes; Capacity Building; Project management; Public Financial Management Act and its Regulations; Stakeholder management.

Skills needed:

Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Communication skills (written and verbal); Numeracy; Languag skills; Project management; Interpersonal skills; Analytical skills; Planning and organising skills; Motivational skills; Policy formulation; Presentation/facilitation skills; Financial management skills; People management skills; Problem solving skills. It will be advantageous to have 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.

Remuneration

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

Note on remuneration: Cost-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

086 137 0214

. 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.