Chief Director: Economic Empowerment and Transformation

Requirements

• NQF level 7 qualification in Economics/Development Studies / Public Policy / Public Administration/ Business Administration.
• A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage Nyukela Certificate for entry into SMS (Senior Management Service) from the National School of Government submitted prior to appointment.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior management level in Economic Empowerment and Transformation environment.
• Code 8/10.

Duties

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans for economic empowerment and transformation.
• Oversee the formulation of policies that support inclusive economic growth and monitor their effectiveness.
• Evaluate and identify barriers to economic empowerment faced by historically disadvantaged groups.
• Support the implementation of policies and initiatives to promote entrepreneurship and economic inclusion among groups.
• Guide the development of partnerships with private enterprises and NGOs to create opportunities for skills development and capacity-building.
• Assess the impact of empowerment programmes on improving socio-economic conditions.
• Advocate for policies and regulations that support the economic upliftment of marginalised communities.
• Collaborate with educational institutions to create pathways for education and training for underrepresented groups.
• Engage with government officials, community leaders and stakeholders to ensure programmes are culturally sensitive and inclusive.
• Develop a strategic roadmap for targeted programmes aimed at industry development and economic transformation.
• Allocate resources and funding to support the implementation of the programs across key sectors.
• Collaborate with industry leaders to identify growth opportunities and address bottlenecks hindering transformation.
• Monitor program implementation to ensure alignment with transformation objectives and desired outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of industry-focused initiatives in driving economic transformation.
• Facilitate access to markets and investment opportunities for emerging businesses from historically marginalised backgrounds.
• Conduct regular assessments to measure the impact of the programs on industry growth and transformation.
• Guide the implementation of programmes to promote industrial development, transformation of industries and to enhance competitiveness.
• Manage the development and implementation of mechanisms to monitor equity ownership by previously disadvantaged groups as well as compliance and enforcement of BBBEE codes.
• Assess the implementation of BBBEE and local production and content compliance.
• Provide advisory services regarding various transformation charters.
• Lead the development of strategies to bridge the gap between job seekers and employment opportunities, especially for marginalised groups.
• Establish partnerships with public and private entities to create job placement programs.
• Manage and guide the designing of initiatives to support entrepreneurship as a means of job creation and economic participation.
• Monitor labour market trends and analyse data to identify areas with high potential for job creation.
• Collaborate with educational institutions to align curricula with market demands and promote skills development for employability.
• Oversee mentorship and coaching programs to prepare individuals for employment or entrepreneurship.
• Advocate for inclusive hiring practices within businesses and organisations.
• Build and maintain partnerships with public and private sector entities.
• Facilitate dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders to advance inclusive economic growth, transformation and empowerment.
• Provide expert advice to government and relevant stakeholders on inclusive economic growth, transformation and empowerment.
• Represent the department in forums and committees related to inclusive economic growth, transformation and empowerment.
• Perform strategic and operational planning.
• Oversee the administrative support functions.
• Perform people management functions.
• Perform financial management functions.
• Perform asset management functions.

How to apply

New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.

Enquiries

Notes from the department

• Application form (Z83) should be accompanied by a recently updated CV.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to bring their originally certifies copies of their qualifications, ID and drivers licence.
• Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
• Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
• If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Kindly note that: successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance in terms of a criminal record check, verifications of qualifications.
• All short-listed candidates may be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, for which the logistics will be communicated by the department.
• All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments.
• One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.