Reference Number
WCG250721-1
Tracking Number
DEDAT 04/2025R1
Job Title
Assistant Director: Financial Services and ICT Sector, Ref No. DEDAT 04/2025 R1
Department
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
Enquiries
Mr K Morudi at (021) 483 9026
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 competent individual to support and facilitate investment in the related services industries of the Western Cape economy. This includes identifying and promoting economic growth opportunities in sectors such as financial services and ICT, as well as supporting investment in priority sectors within the province.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics or Investment Management; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in administration or project management relating to sector development or investment management
Recommendation
A postgraduate qualification; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher). NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Key Performance Areas
Facilitate the implementation of sector strategies, policies, programmes and projects; Maintain networks with key stakeholders and support horizontal and vertical alignment; Support and implement the market growth, Investment, and related promotion of the prioritised sectors; Participate in the unblocking of opportunities to achieve strategic outcomes; Provide an administrative service to support programmes, the Directorate and the Chief- directorate; Provide support relating to the investment facilitation role and function of the Chief Directorate and Department.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Project Management; Strategic Planning; Skills needed: Applied Strategic Thinking; Creative Thinking; Decision Making; Computer Literacy; Problem Solving Legal Administration; Self-delivery innovation; Stakeholder management; Organisation communication; Self-Management; Team Membership; Investment facilitation & management.Communication (written and verbal).
Remuneration
R 468 459 - R 551 823 per annum (Salary level 9)
Note on remuneration in addition to 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.
