Chief Director: Integrated Economic Development Services (IEDS) at North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism

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Chief Director: Integrated Economic Development Services (IEDS) at North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism July, 2026 | MyJobMag with North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism July, 2026. REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree NQF Level 7 or equivalent as recognised by SAQA. A higher qualification in Economics / Economic…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Chief Director: Integrated Economic Development Services (IEDS) at North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism July, 2026 | MyJobMag
• Organization: North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism July, 2026
• Country / coverage: South Africa
• Location: South Africa
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Tenders / Consultancies
• Sector: Education
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-07-29
• Application deadline: Aug 7, 2026

Description

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree NQF Level 7 or equivalent as recognised by SAQA. A higher qualification in Economics / Economic Development / Economic Management and Analysis / Business Entrepreneurship will serve as an added advantage. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior management level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors. A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Financial management, Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project management, Change management, Knowledge management, Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and Analysis, People management and Empowerment, Client orientation and customer focus, Communication, Honesty and Integrity. Computer literacy. DUTIES : Manage the contribution by the Department to the local economic growth and development. Identify regulatory burdens that negatively affect business development. Manage strategic projects and partnership / service delivery level agreements with key stakeholders in the sector and ensure that they are successfully completed within the budgetary timelines and performance requirements. Manage the empowerment of enterprises of the designated groups with the aim of addressing economic disparities. Manage the implementation of broad economic strategies and other imperative initiatives to transform the provincial economy. Conduct viability and financial management and market processes to aid decision-making about the type of project support and links to support programmes. Assess the impact on increased coordination and partnership regarding funding of enterprises SMMEs and Cooperatives. Facilitate the alignment of all procurement policies to empower Cooperatives and SMMEs at provincial and local levels. Ensure proper implementation of the incubation and skills development programme to sustain small businesses in the province. Manage the implementation of Departmental Risk Management policy. Collaborate with municipalities through their integrated development plans to develop and implement enterprise development programmes towards improved Local Economic Development. Manage the provision of technical support to the Province and municipalities during the implementation of Small Business Portfolio programmes within the districts/municipalities DDM. Manage and ensure effective and efficient utilisation of the financial, human and physical resources of the Chief Directorate in line with the applicable legislation. Communication verbal, written and formal presentations, etc with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and deliver relevant information.

Responsibilities

• REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree NQF Level 7 or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• A higher qualification in Economics / Economic Development / Economic Management and Analysis / Business Entrepreneurship will serve as an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior management level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors.
• Competencies: Financial management, Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project management, Change management, Knowledge management, Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and Analysis, People management and Empowerment, Client…
• DUTIES : Manage the contribution by the Department to the local economic growth and development.
• Identify regulatory burdens that negatively affect business development.

Requirements / Eligibility

• : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree NQF Level 7 or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• A higher qualification in Economics / Economic Development / Economic Management and Analysis / Business Entrepreneurship will serve as an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior management level or equivalent to SMS level from other sectors.
• Competencies: Financial management, Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project management, Change management, Knowledge management, Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and Analysis, People management and Empowerment, Client…
• DUTIES : Manage the contribution by the Department to the local economic growth and development.

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