Chief Director: Economic Empowerment and Transformation

About

The Department of Economic Development seeks a Chief Director to lead economic empowerment and transformation strategy, policies, partnerships, programmes and departmental management functions. Applicants need an NQF 7 qualification in a relevant field, Nyukela Certificate for entry into SMS, at least five years' senior management experience in the specified environment, and Code 8/10. Reference: REFS/057142 Number of posts: 1 Salary: R1 554 696 to R 1 580 000 per annum Duty station: 56 Eloff Street (Marshalltown) Umnotho House

How to apply

Applications to be submitted online only at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans for economic emplowerment 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 programmess on improving socio-economic conditions.
• Advocate for policies and regulations that support the economic upliftment of marginalized 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.

Qualifications

• NQF 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.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior management level in Economic Empowerment and Transformation environment.
• Code 8/10.