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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CAPE CATALYST

Department of Economic Development and Tourism · western cape

Salary band

R 573 897

Closing date

17 August 2026

Reference

DEDAT 23/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Location

Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.

Salary

R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09)

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ administrative or project management experience in an economic development environment. Competencies: Working

Duties

Provide project administration support in respect of projects and programmes: Develop and prepare funding proposals for projects and programmes; Provide project office services and administration as it relates to the programmes; Develop and administer procurement processes or transfers of projects; Develop terms of reference (Tor) and compliance processes; Oversee service providers and implementing agencies compliance to terms and conditions of projects; Monitor and evaluate project progress to ensure alignment of project objectives; Identify project risks; Implement risk mitigation measures and administer red tape challenges; Participate in strategic and decision-making

Enquiries

Mr Jan Bezuidenhout Tel No: (021) 483 5827

Notes

s and presentations for decision-making structures; Keep a log of economic catalytic infrastructure opportunities emanating from provincial as well as municipal infrastructure assets; Provide support in respect of budget

Closing Date

as no late applications will be considered. EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (WCED)

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Requirements

·An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
·A minimum of 3 years’ administrative or project management experience in an economic development environment
·Competencies: Working

Key Duties

·Provide project administration support in respect of projects and programmes: Develop and prepare funding proposals for projects and programmes
·Provide project office services and administration as it relates to the programmes
·Develop and administer procurement processes or transfers of projects
·Develop terms of reference (Tor) and compliance processes
·Oversee service providers and implementing agencies compliance to terms and conditions of projects
·Monitor and evaluate project progress to ensure alignment of project objectives
·Identify project risks
·Implement risk mitigation measures and administer red tape challenges
·Participate in strategic and decision-making

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✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
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