Deputy Director: Oil Gas and Maritime Sector, Ref No. DEDAT 03/2025 R1 at Department of Economic Development & Tourism

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to work in the maritime and logistics sector to implement the economic strategy of the Western Cape accordingly.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics or Logistics; A minimum of 3 years management experience.

Key Performance Areas    

• To develop operational Oil, Gas and Maritime sector programmes derived from the strategic framework for Trade and Sector Development (TSD);
• Maintain networks with key stakeholders and ensure horizontal and vertical alignment with the sector;
• Support and implement the market growth and promotion of the sector;
• Identify sector specific blockages and participate in the unblocking of opportunities in order to achieve strategic outcomes;
• Co-develop and support programmes to improve sector competitiveness and development; To act as a project manager for the various Oil, Gas and Maritime programmes being designed and developed through national and provincial; Human Resource Management; Financial Management.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: HRM processes; Labour relations; Financial management; Project management; Public Service procedures; Applicable policies and procedures; Relationship management; Skills needed: Applied Strategic Thinking; Creative Thinking; Decision Making; Computer Literacy; Problem-solving; Service Delivery Innovation; Impact & Influence, networking; Organisation and Effectiveness; Self-management;Team membership; Communication (written and verbal).

Remuneration    

• All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary level 11)

Closing Date    
2025/12/01