Deputy Director: Consumer Education: Ref No: Dedt 2025/26/26 at Mpumalanga Department Economic Development and Tourism

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate SAQA recognized NQF level 07) tertiary qualification in Consumer Sciences/Economics/Law/Public Administration/Development Studies/ Education/ Communications with a minimum of three (3) years work experience in consumer protection/education/public awareness programmes environment at junior management (Assistant Director level).
• A valid drivers license.
• Knowledge of the legal framework, Public Finance Management Act 01, 1999 and other relevant prescripts.
• Knowledge of the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, 2017. Liquor Act 59 of 2003, Mpumalanga Consumer Affairs Regulations, Mpumalanga Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. economic data and the ability to draw inference from them, understanding of the National and Provincial sectors.
• Ability to interact with industry key players across sectors and governance frameworks.
• Experience community development and public education approaches, experience working with vulnerable or underserved communities, media engagement and public communication experience, exposure to intergovernmental relations and partnerships.

Competencies:

• Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and project management, Stakeholder engagement and communication, Policy analysis and implementation, Monitoring and evaluation, Technical Competencies, Knowledge of consumer protection legislation and regulatory frameworks, Consumer education methodologies and public awareness strategies, Research, data analysis, and reporting, Budgeting and financial management, Behavioural Competencies, Ethical conduct and integrity, Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills, Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity, Problemsolving and decision-making, Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines client orientation, communication, honesty and integrity, advanced computer skills( word, excel, power-point).