Western Cape Department of Economic Development & Tourism

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  1. Assistant Director: Tourism Sector
  2. Assistant Director: Strategic Coordination
  3. Assistant Director: Red Tape Reduction

Assistant Director: Tourism Sector

Closing Date2024/07/29
Reference NumberWCG240618-12
Tracking NumberDEDAT 22/2024
Job TitleAssistant Director: Tourism Sector, Ref No. DEDAT 22/2024
DepartmentDepartment of Economic Development and Tourism
Salary level9
EnquiriesMs H Nelson at (021) 483 9442
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityCape Town, CBD
Job PurposeThe Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate and facilitate the creation of opportunities to influence economic growth and job creation within the tourism sector (Regulation). 
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Commerce/Tourism/Law or Public Administration; A minimum of 3 years administrative experience (Project management relating to tourism, economic development, public administration or law; the tourism industry; Regulatory environment); A valid (Code B) or higher driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
RecommendationExperience in the following: Tourist Guiding industry; Supervision of staff; Compiling information for newsletters; Project Management; Working with SMMEs.
Key Performance AreasRegulate and administer tourist guide applications and renewals registrations (online system) to improve sector competitiveness and development; Monitor and investigate illegal tour guides; Maintain networks with key stakeholders and ensure vertical and horizontal alignment; People Management.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Tourism Second Amendment Act (3 of 2014) and applicable policies and procedures; Analytical thinking; Planning and Organisational; Problem-solving; Decision making; Creative thinking; Accuracy and numeracy; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation skills; Leading and supervising; Working with people; Networking; Ability to work independently and as part of a team’ Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy. 
RemunerationR 444 036 per annum (Salary level 9).Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.  
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Assistant Director: Strategic Coordination

Closing Date2024/07/29
Reference NumberWCG240612-2
Tracking NumberDEDAT 06/2023R1
Job TitleAssistant Director: Strategic Coordination, Ref No. DEDAT 06/2023 R1
DepartmentDepartment of Economic Development and Tourism
Salary level9
EnquiriesMs M Carstens at (021) 483 9223/Martie.Carstens@westerncape.gov.za
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityCape Town, CBD
Job PurposeThe Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a dynamic individual to assist with the coordination of transversal departmental strategic processes and reporting. 
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in a strategic planning, coordination, and reporting environment.
RecommendationProven working knowledge and experience in the following: Provincial and national government strategic planning strategies and frameworks; Strategic management processes, including Ethics, Change Management, and Service Delivery Improvement Planning. 
Key Performance AreasCoordination of the Department’s strategic planning processes regarding the Annual Performance Plan (APP), Annual Operational Plan (AOP), and the In-year changes; Coordination of the reporting on the Department’s strategic deliverables, including the Annual Report, the Service Delivery Improvement plan, POPIA, and PAIA; Facilitation of the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Operational Management Framework deliverables (e.g. Operations analysis and improvement, Operations Strategy, Operations design, and Operations planning and control); Coordinate responses for Human Rights Mainstreaming and Ethics; Provision of administration services within the Sub-directorate Strategic Coordination.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures, and best practices in applicable areas, including Human Rights Mainstreaming, POPIA, and PAIA; Public Finance Management Act ; All applicable DPME policies, frameworks, and guidelines applicable to strategic planning processes; Economics. Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organising; Facilitation/coordination; Problem solving; Communication (written, verbal, presentation, report writing); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Policy analysis.
RemunerationR 444 036 per annum (Salary level 9) Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.  
NotesKindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western CapeGovernment contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Assistant Director: Red Tape Reduction

Closing Date2024/07/29
Reference NumberWCG240612-1
Tracking NumberDEDAT 21/2024
Job TitleAssistant Director: Red Tape Reduction, Ref No. DEDAT 21/2024
DepartmentDepartment of Economic Development and Tourism
Salary level9
EnquiriesMs A. Augustus at Email: aeysha.augustus@westerncape.gov.za
Job TypePermanent
Location – CountrySouth Africa
Location – ProvinceWestern Cape
Location – Town / CityCape Town, CBD
Job PurposeThe Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to facilitate the removal of blockages and regulatory constraints that inhibit economic growth. 
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid driving licence (Code B or higher). NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport may also apply.
RecommendationBachelor’s degree, Experience in the following: Working for or with government as a stakeholder; Systems, data and reporting across a wide range of stakeholders; Presenting to senior and executive roleplayers; Stakeholder management; Communication techniques; Undertaking surveys and recommending process improvements.
Key Performance AreasManaging the Administration of the Case Management System of the Department; Identify blockages and inhibitors to economic growth and development; Support the advocacy and the creation of awareness amongst stakeholders of the significance of red tape reduction; Facilitate the resolving of identified blockages and regulatory restraints. 
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: All 3 spheres of government, and their roles; Monitoring and Evaluation; Basic research and writing surveys; The concept of red tape and its reduction; Stakeholder Relationship Management . Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Plannng; Organising; Report writing; Problem-solving; Analytical thinking; Computer literacy (MS Office).
RemunerationR 444 036 per annum (Salary level 9)Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.  
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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