Director: Local & Regional Economic Developement (LRED) at Eastern Cape Department: Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate plus NQF Level 7 (B- Degree/ Advanced Diploma) in Economics, Development Studies, Regional and Urban Planning, Public Administration or Business Management. Post Graduate qualification in Economic Development, Regional Planning or related field, Membership of Professional Economic/LED bodies will be an added advantage. 5 years relevant experience at middle management or Senior Management level. A valid driver’s license required. 

Duties

• Manage Strategy and Programme development, develop, review and implement Provincial and regional economic development strategies, policies and frameworks. Promote spatial economic growth and competitiveness in alignment with national, provincial and local development priorities. Manage Municipal & Regional Support and Project Packaging, Provide Technical and Capacity support to Municipalities and Regional structures to plan, package and implement Economic Development initiatives.
• Manage LRED Fund and Programme Oversight, Provide post investment monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of funded projects. Ensure accountability, transparency and efficient utilisation of financial resources in line with PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Establish and strengthen partnerships and Intergovernmental coordination with Municipalities and Provincial Departments (COGTA), Enterprise Development and BRAG, National Departments, Public entities, Development agencies, private sector, academic institutions, and Business associations. Manage the allocated resources of the Office in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives.