• Full Time
  • Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Kwazulu-Natal:Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs oversees socio-economic transformation in the province. It leads policy and strategic initiatives to promote development and growth in various sectors of the economy. To achieve its goals, the department collaborates with stakeholders.

 

Director: Statistical Database and Knowledge Management

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors, Masters
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location KwaZulu-Natal
  • Job Field Data, Business Analysis and AI   ICT / Computer  

REQUIREMENTS:

  • An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Statistics, Economics, Econometrics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or Economics at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA.
  • A Postgraduate Degree will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of five years’ Middle/Senior Management experience in impact assessment, economic modelling, applied statistics, and data management.
  • Completion of Nyukela Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) upon appointment.
  • A valid driver’s licence.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

The successful candidate will be required to:

  • Ensure effective functioning of the Infrastructure research unit through planning, management of resources, risk management, operation of Sukuma Sakhe, and implementation of the District Development Model.
  • Design economic impact assessment tools and systems.
  • Undertake ex-ante and ex-post economic impact assessments of programs, interventions, and projects.
  • Contribute towards strategic management through the generation of impact assessment reports.
  • Develop economic impact assessment policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery.
  • Provide strategic management of the resources of the Impact Assessment unit. Manage the resources of the Directorate.

CLOSING DATE: 30 January 2026 (at 16h00)

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Kwazulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs website.

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