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DIRECTOR: POLICY AND PLANNING

Provincial Administration: Gauteng

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R 1 317 384

Closing date

15 September 2026

Reference

REFS/056231

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Gauteng

Location

Umnotho House Johannesburg

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive package

Requirements

Grade 12. NQF Level 7 qualification in Economics, Development Economics or Public Policy as recognised by SAQA. A postgraduate qualification in Economics, Development Economics or Public Policy will be an added advantage. Nyukela Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS) from the National School of Government. Five (5) years' experience at middle/senior managerial level in an Economic Policy and Planning environment. Code 08/10 driver’s license is essential.

Duties

Participate in the National, Provincial and Sectoral macroeconomic policy and planning colloquiums. Manage the development of sound macroeconomic policies and lead the implementation thereof. Provide advice on macroeconomic policy implementation and report on progress as and when required. Identify macroeconomic policy and planning goals and objectives to support National, Provincial and Sectoral strategies. Manage macroeconomic research policy and planning, assessments and reviews. Develop impact evaluations of implemented programmes of the department. Analyse and identify macroeconomic opportunities for the economic development sector. Implement relevant macroeconomic policy and planning interventions. Align Provincial policy strategies and programmes with the National macroeconomic frameworks. Prepare and avail monthly, quarterly and annual macroeconomic progress reports. Monitor compliance and report thereof. Develop and implement macroeconomic intervention plans. Promote the development of macroeconomic policy development action plans. Lead and manage the implementation of Provincial and Sectoral economic development plans. Provide advice on appropriate macroeconomic policy direction across all sectors of the economy. Consult with stakeholders in the National, Provincial and Local Government, private sector, international organisations and entrepreneurs. Communicate new projects and improved sector policies and strategies. Collaborate with staff within the department, other departments and the private sector in the development of sector plans and implementation of projects. Prepare speeches and briefing notes for the Political Office-Bearers on macroeconomic policy-related matters. Liaise with Research and Educational Institutions on macroeconomic policy and strategies. Manage macroeconomic strategies and policy oversight. Drive macroeconomic policy advocacy initiatives. Pursue macroeconomic opportunities and provide implementation support. Engage implementing partners and assess progress on macroeconomic projects and ensure compliance. Report monthly, quarterly and annually on project implementation. Manage the collation of evidence- based information in line with the implementation plan and Service Level Agreements. Manage responses to audit queries. Manage the utilisation of people and equipmen

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The construction and built environment sector is a major employer in South Africa, driven by government infrastructure spending and private development. Quantity surveyors, site managers, civil engineers, and town planners are in consistent demand. Professional registration with bodies such as SACQSP (quantity surveyors), SACAP (architects), and SACLAP (landscape architects) is required for regulated posts. Large government infrastructure projects are administered through provincial departments of Public Works.

·Include your professional registration number and body (SACQSP, SACAP, ECSA, SACLAP) prominently on your CV.
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·Project and site management roles increasingly require knowledge of the JBCC (Joint Building Contracts Committee) standard contract.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Gauteng. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·NQF Level 7 qualification in Economics, Development Economics or Public Policy as recognised by SAQA
  • ·A postgraduate qualification in Economics, Development Economics or Public Policy will be an added advantage
  • ·Nyukela Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS) from the National School of Government
  • ·Five (5) years' experience at middle/senior managerial level in an Economic Policy and Planning environment
  • ·Code 08/10 driver’s license is essential

Key Duties

  • ·Participate in the National, Provincial and Sectoral macroeconomic policy and planning colloquiums
  • ·Manage the development of sound macroeconomic policies and lead the implementation thereof
  • ·Provide advice on macroeconomic policy implementation and report on progress as and when required
  • ·Identify macroeconomic policy and planning goals and objectives to support National, Provincial and Sectoral strategies
  • ·Manage macroeconomic research policy and planning, assessments and reviews
  • ·Develop impact evaluations of implemented programmes of the department
  • ·Analyse and identify macroeconomic opportunities for the economic development sector
  • ·Implement relevant macroeconomic policy and planning interventions
  • ·Align Provincial policy strategies and programmes with the National macroeconomic frameworks
  • ·Prepare and avail monthly, quarterly and annual macroeconomic progress reports

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

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  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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