Deputy Director: Economic Empowerment

Requirements

An NQF 6 qualification in Commerce / Business Studies / Economics / Business Management or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Five (5) years’ experience with Business Communities, Disadvantaged Groups and Development Environment of which three (3) years must be at supervisory level (ASD level). Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of national and provincial policy 158 frameworks, local government systems, business and industries driving the Limpopo economy. In-dept knowledge of Local Economic Development, Economic Development Trends and Public Administration. Planning and organising. Problem solving and decision making. People management and empowerment. Team leadership. Project management. Coordination. Client orientation and customer focus. Diversity management. Communication (verbal and written).

Key Responsibilities

Policy development and implementation of strategic and operational plans. Develop and support the establishment of enterprises across all sectors, including target groups. Develop and implement policies and programmes to promote economic empowerment. Facilitate stakeholder’s engagement with key stakeholders including businesses, government agencies, private/civil sector to foster collaboration and support for economic empowerment initiatives. Develop and promote the implementation of B-BBEE intervention programmes. Creating an enable environment for the implementation of B- BBEE. Provision of non-financial and financial support to enterprises. Development of strategies that identify economic opportunities suitable for the target groups in sectors identified. Develop and implement capacity and skills development programmes and mentorship programmes through shared partnerships. Facilitate in conjunction with stakeholders the improvement of enterprises through product development and competitiveness enhancement to assist in expansion and market access. Develop strategies targeting vulnerable groups that enable them to access resources for participation in identified sub-sector. Manage and utilize resources (financial, human and physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Ms WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691