Director: Non-Capital IncentivesPretoria
Closes Friday 20 November 2026 at 16:30
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Senior manager role leading the Non-Capital Incentives directorate in the Tourism sector. Suits a manager with a NQF level 7 qualification and at least 5 years' middle or senior management experience.
- Duties include setting directorate strategy, overseeing business and operational plans, and monitoring programmes and projects.
- You will design and manage support programmes for small enterprises, including applications, assessments and adjudication committee support.
- Must-have: a NQF level 7 qualification in accounting, business management, economics, business administration, development finance or equivalent, and at least 5 years' experience in middle or senior management.
- Also required: knowledge of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, the Tourism Act and tourism policy, plus project management experience. A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel are needed.
- The SMS pre-entry certificate is required and must be completed before any appointment.
- Based in Pretoria. Apply by email using the address given in the advert, quoting reference DT60/2026.
- The closing date is not stated in the text.
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Requirements
- A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Accounting / Business Management / Economics / Business Administration / Development Finance or equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an appropriate field in a Middle / Senior Management position and experience in the provision of support for small enterprises.
- Essential knowledge:
- A good understanding of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, relevant Public Sector Regulations, the Tourism Act and relevant Tourism policy documents (e.g.
- National Tourism Sector Strategy, Tourism Growth Partnership Plan, etc.).
- Knowledge of the structure and functioning of the Tourism sector.
- Understanding and experience in Project Management.
- Knowledge of the role and functioning of government incentive and financial support programmes will be an added advantage.
- Skills requirement:
- Strategic thinking skills (analytical, conceptual, problem solving);
- Policy formulation and implementation skills;
- Leadership and management skills (incl.
- Project Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Risk Management and Stakeholder Management);
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation); and a high-level of Computer Literacy.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- One of the minimum entry requirements for an SMS-level post is the pre-entry certificate.
- For more details on the pre-entry course, visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/ training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
- The candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment.
Duties
- The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing strategic direction for the directorate through the formulation of business plans aligned to Departmental objectives.
- Overseeing the development of operational plans to guide implementation of functional responsibilities.
- Monitoring implementation of programmes and projects to ensure alignment with developed plans and strategic departmental objectives.
- Compiling quarterly implementation and management reports.
- Design and refining of new and existing programmes.
- Managing the ongoing implementation and administration of programmes to facilitate growth and development.
- Ensuring that programmes are accessible to eligible enterprises and are effective in achieving the intended impact.
- Ensuring effective internal and external stakeholder management.
- Developing operating standards and procedures for the receipt, processing, evaluation and adjudication of applications to programmes Developing and applying effective internal controls to mitigate risks in the implementation of programmes.
- Ensuring fair assessment and evaluation of applications in line with programme guidelines.
- Providing relevant support to adjudication committees.
- Ensuring that budget preparation is in line with strategic plans and Departmental objectives and expenditure is correctly projected, monitored and reported on.
- Managing Human Resources.
- Monitoring and reporting on the utilisation of equipment.
- Co-ordinating and monitoring the implementation of memoranda of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure reviews.
- Managing the processing of claims and payments to service providers.
- Developing and review payment process documentation.
- Reviewing and approving project payments.
How to apply
Email application: Recruitment6026@tourism.gov.za
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Enquiries
Mr B Meyer Tel No: (012) 444 6580
Notes from the department
EE Requirements: Coloured and White Male and Female candidates as well as Youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
As printed in Circular 40 of 2026 · page 111 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 40/127: DIRECTOR: NON-CAPITAL INCENTIVES REF NO: DT60/2026 SALARY: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package consisting of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to the SMS dispensation) CENTRE: Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Accounting / Business Management / Economics / Business Administration / Development Finance or equivalent. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an appropriate field in a Middle / Senior Management position and experience in the provision of support for small enterprises. Essential knowledge: A good understanding of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, relevant Public Sector Regulations, the Tourism Act and relevant Tourism policy documents (e.g. National Tourism Sector Strategy, Tourism Growth Partnership Plan, etc.). Knowledge of the structure and functioning of the Tourism sector. Understanding and experience in Project Management. Knowledge of the role and functioning of government incentive and financial support programmes will be an added advantage. Skills requirement: Strategic thinking skills (analytical, conceptual, problem solving); Policy formulation and implementation skills; Leadership and management skills (incl. Project Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Risk Management and Stakeholder Management); Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation); and a high-level of Computer Literacy. Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. One of the minimum entry requirements for an SMS-level post is the pre-entry certificate. For more details on the pre-entry course, visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/ training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any appointment. DUTIES: The successful candidate will be responsible for: Providing strategic direction for the directorate through the formulation of business plans aligned to Departmental objectives. Overseeing the development of operational plans to guide implementation of functional responsibilities. Monitoring implementation of programmes and projects to ensure alignment with developed plans and strategic departmental objectives. Compiling quarterly implementation and management reports. Design and refining of new and existing programmes. Managing the ongoing implementation and administration of programmes to facilitate growth and development. Ensuring that programmes are accessible to eligible enterprises and are effective in achieving the intended impact. Ensuring effective internal and external stakeholder management. Developing operating standards and procedures for the receipt, processing, evaluation and adjudication of applications to programmes Developing and applying effective internal controls to mitigate risks in the implementation of programmes. Ensuring fair assessment and evaluation of applications in line with programme guidelines. Providing relevant support to adjudication committees. Ensuring that budget preparation is in line with strategic plans and Departmental objectives and expenditure is correctly projected, monitored and reported on. Managing Human Resources. Monitoring and reporting on the utilisation of equipment. Co-ordinating and monitoring the implementation of memoranda of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure reviews. Managing the processing of claims and payments to service providers. Developing and review payment process documentation. Reviewing and approving project payments. ENQUIRIES: Mr B Meyer Tel No: (012) 444 6580 APPLICATIONS: Email application: Recruitment6026@tourism.gov.za NOTE: EE Requirements: Coloured and White Male and Female candidates as well as Youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.