Deputy Director: Secondary Sector Support

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Business Administration / Development Studies / Engineering or equivalent / related recognised by SAQA.
• Postgraduate degree in Economics / Business Administration / Development Studies / Engineering would be an added advantage.
• 3 years relevant experience in the Economic Development sector with specific focus in Manufacturing (Automotive, Clothing and Textile, Furniture, Metals, Chemicals, Plastics etc.) / Construction (Residential, Commercial, Industrial etc.) Utilities (Electricity/Energy, Gas, Water Treatment) at a supervisory/managerial (ASD) level.
• Training in MS packages, Project Management and a valid driver’s license.
• Have competencies in:
• Communication and Presentation (verbal and written), Problem Solving and Analysis, Planning and Organising Skills, Project Management, Programme Design and Delivery, Interpersonal skills, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Stakeholder relations, Negotiation skills and Research and Reporting writing.
• Knowledge and expertise in industrial policy and industrial development, national industrial action plans, trade directives, secondary sectors (i.e., manufacturing, construction, utilities) and Value Chain Analysis.
• Job related knowledge and skills:
• Sector Policy development, interpretation, implementation, Financial Management, People Management and Sector / Industry Stakeholder Management (Public and Private).
• B/EB Driver’s license will be considered as an additional.

Duties

• Develop, review, and promote policy frameworks and strategies to ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive and tailor-made ecosystem for the sectors (Secondary).
• Conduct extensive research to inform decision making regarding support requirements within the economic value chain (Secondary sectors).
• Benchmark and develop case studies against best practices in Secondary (manufacturing, construction and utilities) in relation to sector strategies, policies, innovations and common practices.
• Gather sector- specific evidence based on performance of the economy, new and existing support programmes and mechanisms to accelerate growth, generation of income sustainability and job creation for MSMEs operating within the Secondary sectors.
• Identify challenges, gaps, performance, and trends regarding the implementation of deliverables of the Masterplans and propose solutions as well as report on implementation, progress and support provided across assigned areas.
• Develop and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports on implementation and support provided across assigned areas.
• Draft general (basic to complex) correspondence such as response letters, emails, status reports, presentations, memos, and submissions.
• Conduct Stakeholder engagements with the role-players within the sector.
• Act as a focal point to liaise among the key role players in the implementation of the Masterplan.
• Manage the operations and resources of the sub-directorate in line with relevant prescripts.

How to apply

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Notes from the department

• Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of:
• A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV.
• Submission of copies of qualifications, Identity document, and any other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• All non-SA citizens will be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa when shortlisted.
• Personnel suitability checks will be done during the selection process.
• Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• In the pursuit of diversity and redress, appointments will be made in line with the DSBD EE Plan.
• All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment, as well as complete a financial interest declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter.
• The Department reserves the right not to fill or withdraw any advertised post.
• Note: a new application for employment (Z83) form is applicable from 01 January 2021.
• The new form can be downloaded online at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp