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Director: Skills Programmes and Projects (DEDAT 54/2025)
Closing Date: 2025/11/10
Reference Number: WCG251007-1
Tracking Number: DEDAT 54/2025
Job Title: Director: Skills Programmes and Projects
Department: Department of Economic Development and Tourism
Salary Level: 13
Enquiries: Mr Nezaam Joseph at (021) 483 9011
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: South Africa
Location – Province: Western Cape
Location – Town / City: Cape Town
Job Purpose:
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism in the Western Cape Government is looking for a dynamic and innovative senior manager. This role focuses on providing the right skills to help stimulate economic growth in the region. As the Director, you will lead efforts to develop and manage skills programs and projects that support economic development.
Minimum Requirements:
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in commerce or economics related to a discipline recognized by SAQA.
- At least 5 years of middle and/or senior management experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in skills, education, or economic development areas, or in implementing related priorities.
Recommendation:
None specified.
Key Performance Areas:
In this role, you will provide strategic management, advice, and guidance in several key functional areas. These include developing and managing workplace skills projects, partnering with higher education institutions to create relevant curricula, facilitating learner placements with host companies, and driving skills development initiatives overall.
Strategic Management:
You will define and regularly review the purpose, objectives, priorities, and activities of the Directorate. Lead the strategic planning process and develop and manage the strategic and business plans. Continuously evaluate the Directorate’s performance against set key measurable objectives and standards to ensure ongoing improvement and alignment with departmental goals.
People Management:
Participate in recruiting the right number and level of employees to meet the Directorate’s business plan. Motivate, train, and guide your team to achieve and maintain high standards in service delivery. Manage performance evaluations and rewards effectively. Build capacity through training and ensure involvement in workforce planning, service delivery improvement programs, and information resources planning. Promote good labor relations and maintain discipline within the team.
Financial Management:
Take part in the budgeting process at the Directorate level. Prepare annual and adjustment budgets. Ensure efficient, economic, and effective control over the budget and expenditures. Follow correct tender and procurement procedures for all purchases. Manage contracts effectively and ensure all spending aligns with strategic objectives. Report on financial aspects to the Chief Director and relevant oversight bodies. Safeguard the Directorate’s assets and implement proper risk management procedures.
Competencies:
– Strategic Capability and Leadership
– Programme and Project Management
– Change Management
– Financial Management
– People Management and Empowerment
Remuneration:
All-inclusive salary package of R1,266,714.00 per annum (Level 13). This includes a basic salary component (70%) plus the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The rest of the package can be structured based on your personal needs.
Notes:
- Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
- All shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date, time, and place set by the selection panel. Submit your application on or before the closing date, as no late applications will be considered. The selection process follows the Employment Equity (EE) targets of the department. By applying, you consent to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers for references, including checks on disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a technical exercise to test job-related skills, followed by interviews. The panel may recommend a generic managerial competency assessment as per DPSA directives.
- The selected candidate must complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (120 notional hours, 15 days) before appointment. Details are available at: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentryprogramme/
- Due to high interest, we receive many applications and may not respond to all. If you do not hear from us within 10 weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Technical Support: Available Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 16:00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214 for online application issues.
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Assistant Director: Business Regulation and Governance (Tribunal Support), Ref No. DEDAT 53/2025
Closing Date: 2025/11/10
Reference Number: WCG251001-5
Tracking Number: DEDAT 53/2025
Job Title: Assistant Director: Business Regulation and Governance (Tribunal Support)
Department: Department of Economic Development and Tourism
Salary Level: 9
Enquiries: Mr B Nopote at (021) 483 9411 or [email protected]
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 in the Western Cape Government seeks a qualified and competent individual for this role. You will provide administrative and prosecution services, as well as teamwork support, to the Western Cape Consumer Affairs Tribunal (WCCAT). Additionally, you will perform inspectorate functions within the Office of the Consumer Protector to ensure smooth operations with stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements:
– An appropriate 3-year Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent or higher qualification) in the legal field.
– A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a legal and/or regulatory environment.
Recommendation:
None specified.
Key Performance Areas:
Provide administrative and operational services to the Western Cape Consumer Affairs Tribunal (WCCAT). Offer prosecution services to WCCAT. Handle project implementation and administration. Develop and implement operational plans for counterfeit goods operations. It would be advantageous to have admission as an attorney or advocate, and working knowledge of legal processes.
Competencies:
Knowledge of:
– The legal environment related to consumer protection and court processes.
– Labour processes.
– Financial management, including the Public Finance Management Act.
– Project management.
– Public service procedures.
– Applicable policies and procedures.
– Relationship management.
– ECM (MyContent) system.
Skills Needed:
– Proven computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
– Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
– Project management abilities.
– Accounting, finance, and audit knowledge.
– Information technology formal training.
– Legal administration expertise.
– Strategic planning skills.
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
It would be advantageous to have a valid Code B (or higher) driver’s licence. Note: People with disabilities that limit driving but who have reasonable transport access are encouraged to apply.
Remuneration:
R468,459 – R561,894 per annum (Salary Level 9). In addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (such as medical assistance, housing assistance, and pension-fund contributions), these are funded or co-funded according to applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes:
Shortlisted candidates must submit copies of their documentation for verification. They will complete a practical assessment, attend an interview on a date and time set by the department, and may undergo competency assessments or proficiency tests. The selection process is guided by the department’s Employment Equity (EE) targets.
By applying, you consent to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers for references, including checks on disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
For difficulties with online applications, technical support is available Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For other queries, contact the enquiries person listed. Submit your application before the closing date, as no late applications will be considered.
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