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Assistant Director: Economic Policy Development Ref No: Ad- Econ Pol Dev 05/DEC 2025
An appropriate NQF 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or any other relevant Economic Planning qualification at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA.
A minimum of 3 years’ administrative experience in Economic Planning, Spatial Policy Development, or Analysis environment.
A valid driver’s License.
Skills, Training and Competencies:
The successful candidate must have an indepth knowledge of Public Policy, Economic Strategy Development,
Spatial Policy Development and an understanding of the Economy of the KwaZuluNatal Province.
An in-depth knowledge of the National Development Plan,
Project Management Principles, Policy Analysis and Interpretation, Public Policy, and Economic Strategy Development.
Sound knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations,
Public Finance Management Act,
Labour Relations Act,
Basic Conditions of Employment Act,
Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles),
Employee Performance Management System,
Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act,
National Development Plan, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act,
Project Management Principle.
Skills such as Presentation Skills,
Analytical skills, Interpersonal Relations,
Computer Skills,
Organisation Skills,
Research Skills,
Financial Management Skills,
Report Writing Skills,
Problem Solving Skills,
Communication skills (verbal and written),
Project Management skills,
Decision Making Skills,
Facilitation Skills.
Attributes such as Innovative, time frame driven,
Confidentiality, honesty, integrity, and commitment